North West Department Of Public Works And Roads Vacancies 2026

Opportunity Overview

The North West Department of Public Works and Roads is seeking to fill various posts within its structure. As an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, the Department is committed to promoting representivity across race, gender, and disability categories.

In line with its equity plan, the Department aims to give preference to individuals with disabilities, youth, and females. People with disabilities are specifically encouraged to apply for these opportunities, as the Department seeks to enhance its diverse workforce.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for these opportunities, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Application Form: Complete the New Amended Z83 Form (81/971431), which became effective on 01 January 2021. All fields on the form are compulsory, and the declaration part must be signed, dated, and initialled on the first page. The Z83 Form can be obtained from any Public Service Department or the DPSA Website (www.dpsa.gov.za).
• Curriculum Vitae (CV): Provide a recently updated CV containing full personal details, qualifications, current and previous experience (listed in date order), and the names and contact details of three referees.
• Foreign Qualifications: If you possess a foreign qualification, you will be required to furnish an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only if you are shortlisted for a post.
• Certified Documents: Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview.
• Senior Management Service (SMS) Posts: For applicants seeking SMS posts, a mandatory "Senior Management Pre-entry Programme Certificate" (Nyukela) is required. This certificate is obtainable via the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za. Failure to produce this certificate will result in non-recommendation for appointment.

How to Apply

Applications must adhere strictly to the following instructions:

• Closing Date: All applications must be received by 04 September 2026 at 15h30 pm. Applications received after this deadline will not be accepted.
• Application Documents:
• The fully completed and signed Z83 Form.
• A comprehensive, updated Curriculum Vitae.
• For online or email submissions, the Z83 Form and your updated CV must be combined into a single PDF document.
• Submission Methods:
• Email: When submitting via email, the subject line of your email must clearly indicate the correct name of the post, the reference number, and the department. Ensure you use the correct email address for submission.
• Courier / Handed Applications: Applications delivered by hand or courier must reach the receiving Department by the specified closing date and time.

Please note that walk-in applications and emails sent after 00h00 (midnight) will not be accepted.

Important for Shortlisted Candidates:

• Shortlisted candidates will be expected to be available for an interview process on a date, time, and place determined by the Department.
• Previous background and reference checks will be conducted through your contactable referees.
• Personnel suitability checks, including criminal record checks, will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates.
• For SMS posts, shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise, an interview, and psychometric assessments to evaluate cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. All SMS candidates will also undertake two pre-entry assessments, one practical exercise and one Integrity (ethical conduct) Assessment.