Department of Land Reform and Rural Development · Examination, State and Land Reform Survey Services
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of Grade 12 Certificate and a four-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Survey / Geomatics. Compulsory registration with the South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) as a Professional Surveyor on appointment. Compulsory registration with SAGC as a Professional Surveyor to perform cadastral Surveys.
Minimum of 6 years post-qualification survey experience required. Job related knowledge: Programme and project management, Survey, legal and operational compliance, Survey operational communication, Process knowledge and skills, Maintenance and knowledge, Mobile equipment operating, Survey design and analysis, Research and development, Computer-aided survey applications, Creating high-performance culture, Technical consulting, Survey and professional judgment. Job related skills: Strategic capability and leadership, Problem solving and analysis, Decision making, Team leadership, Creativity, Communication (verbal and written), People management, Planning and Organising, Conflict management, Negotiation and Change management.
A valid drivers licence.
Design, plan, and perform surveys to solve practical survey problems (challenges), improve efficiency and enhance safety. Manage projects on the application of new and existing survey technologies. Manage and plan surveys of a varied and complex nature.
Develop cost-effective solutions and approve surveys according to prescribed requirements / standards. Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology.
Provide expert advisory and support services. Maintain survey operational effectiveness. Manage the execution of maintenance strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources.
Set survey maintenance standards, specifications and service levels according to organisational objectives. Monitor maintenance efficiencies according to organisational goals to direct or redirect survey services. Governance.
Allocate, control, monitor and report on all resources. Compile risk logs and manage significant risk according to sound risk management practice and organisational requirements. Provide technical consulting services for the operation on survey-related matters to minimise possible survey risks.
Manage and implement knowledge sharing initiatives e.g. short-term assignments and secondments within and across operations, in support of individual development plans, operational requirements and return on investment. Monitor the exchange and protection of information between operations and individuals to ensure effective knowledge management according to departmental objectives. Financial management.
Ensure the availability of and management of funds to meet the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) objectives within the survey environment / services. Manage the operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organisational needs and objectives. Manage the commercial value add of the discipline-related programmes and projects.
Facilitate the compilation of innovation proposals to ensure validity and adherence to organisational principles. Allocate, control and monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management. People management.
Manage the development, motivation and utilisation of human resources for the discipline to ensure a competent knowledge base for the continued success of the survey services according to the organisational needs and requirements. Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: Cnr James Moroka and Sekame Drive, West Gallery, Megacity, Mmabatho, 2735 or by email to [email protected]
Mr M Dludla Tel No: (018) 388 7090
EE Targets: Coloured, Indian and White Males, and African, Coloured, Indian and White Females, and Persons with disabilities.
To apply, submit a completed Z83 form, (a nomination letter if required) and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered.
Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. All shortlisted candidate, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidates suitability based on the posts technical and generic requirements and the other must be integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre-entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/ appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof.
All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response.
Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the future.
Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies.
By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles).
Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with.
Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Senior Telecom Operator (2 Posts) ref 3/1/1/1/2026/246 for the Directorate: Facilities Management Services: Gauteng (Pretoria) that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular no 35 of 2026 dated 02 October 2026 Has reference. Applicants are advised that the 1 position has been withdrawn.
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