The Department of Transport invites passionate and qualified professionals to apply for several key vacancies at its Pretoria head office.
Vacancy Overview
| Employer | Department of Transport |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 11 April 2025 |
| Location | Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa |
Post 1: Director-General
Reference: DOT/HRM/2025/07
Salary: R2 259 984 per annum (Level 16), all-inclusive + 10% HoD allowance
Contract: 5-Year Fixed Term
Requirements:
- NQF Level 8 in Civil Engineering, Transport Economics, Transport Management, Maritime Studies, etc.
- 10 years’ senior management experience
- Master’s degree (NQF 9) is an advantage
- Completion of NSG SMS Pre-Entry Programme
Duties: - Oversee the department’s strategic, financial, HR, and international operations
- Guide integrated transport policies across rail, air, road, maritime, and public transport
- Drive performance, service delivery, and governance across entities
How to Apply:
Email applications to: Recruitment@dot.gov.za
Subject line: Director-General: Transport
Enquiries: Ms Carmen Coetzee – Tel: (012) 309 3493
Post 2: Deputy Director-General: Road Transport
Reference: DOT/HRM/2025/08
Salary: R1 741 770 per annum (Level 15)
Requirements:
- NQF Level 8 in Civil Engineering or Transport Economics
- Postgraduate qualification + 8 years’ senior management experience
- ECSA registration (advantage)
- NSG SMS Pre-Entry Certificate
Duties: - Oversee national road safety, infrastructure, grants, and licensing
- Develop rural and non-motorised transport strategies
- Manage road regulations, asset management, and engineering standards
How to Apply:
Email to: Recruitment@dot.gov.za
Subject line: Deputy Director-General: Road Transport
Enquiries: Mr Mathabatha Mokonyama – Tel: (012) 309 3347
Post 3: Assistant Director: Internal Human Resource Development
Reference: DOT/HRM/2025/09
Salary: R444 036 per annum (Level 09)
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 in HRD/HRM/Public Admin
- 3 years’ HRD experience at supervisory level
Duties: - Implement Workplace Skills Plans, training, internships, bursaries, and onboarding
- Compile training and expenditure reports
- Facilitate induction programmes and National School of Government initiatives
How to Apply:
Email to: Recruitment@dot.gov.za
Subject line: Assistant Director: Internal HRD
Enquiries: Mr Lucky Mpofu – Tel: (012) 309 3996
Post 4: Senior Admin Officer: Internal HRD
Reference: DOT/HRM/2025/10
Salary: R376 413 per annum (Level 08)
Requirements:
- NQF Level 6 in HRD/HRM or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in HRD
Duties: - Administer workplace skills and internship programmes
- Support onboarding, training evaluation, and learner placements
- Compile quarterly and annual HRD reports
How to Apply:
Email to: Recruitment@dot.gov.za
Subject line: Senior Admin Officer: Internal HRD
Enquiries: Mr Lucky Mpofu – Tel: (012) 309 3996
How to Apply
- Submit a new Z83 form (download from www.gov.za)
- Include a comprehensive CV (no need to attach certificates at this stage)
- Email all documents as one attachment and quote the post title in the subject line
To apply and for more details, visit the Department of Transport official website.