Department of Roads and Transport Road Worker Jobs 2026 (54 Posts)

Looking for a government job in Gauteng with no previous work experience required? The Department of Roads and Transport is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for 54 Road Worker vacancies across various districts in Gauteng.

This opportunity is ideal for job seekers who have an NQF Level 1 qualification or ABET Level 4 certificate (Grade 9,10,11,12) and are interested in building a career in road maintenance and infrastructure development.

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Department of Roads and Transport Road Worker Vacancies 2026 Overview

• Employer: Department of Roads and Transport
• Position: Road Worker
• Reference Number: REFS/050221
• Directorate: Roads Maintenance and Fleet Services
• Number of Posts: 54
• Salary: R170 226 per annum (Plus Benefits)
• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: Various districts across Gauteng

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Road Worker Vacancies by Location

The 54 vacancies are distributed as follows:

• Ekurhuleni – 11 Posts
• Tshwane – 10 Posts
• Sedibeng – 10 Posts
• Johannesburg (Motsweding) – 10 Posts
• West Rand – 6 Posts
• Motsweding – 6 Posts
• Capital Projects (Heidelberg) – 1 Post

Applicants should note that successful candidates may be required to travel and stay near construction sites throughout Gauteng depending on operational requirements.

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Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• NQF Level 1 qualification or ABET Level 4 certificate (Grade 9,10,11,12) )
• No previous work experience required
• Ability to read and write
• Good communication skills (advantageous)
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Willingness to travel throughout Gauteng when required

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Road Worker Duties

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

• Performing routine road construction and maintenance activities
• Repairing potholes and sealing road cracks
• Surfacing and re-gravelling roads
• Constructing and maintaining culverts, side drains and stormwater drainage systems
• Cleaning road reserves, sidewalks, drainage structures and rest areas
• Installing, repairing and maintaining road signs, road markings and road furniture
• Assisting with road fencing, guardrails, gabions and pipe-laying projects
• Operating hand tools, small machinery and specialised equipment safely
• Protecting departmental tools, equipment and materials
• Maintaining clean and safe construction sites
• Complying with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations
• Assisting with traffic accommodation during road maintenance projects
• Performing additional duties as instructed by supervisors

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Employment Equity

In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to:

• Coloured Females
• Indian Females
• White Females

The Department also encourages applications from persons with disabilities.

Important Application Notes

• Only online applications will be accepted.
• Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• Certified documents should not be submitted unless requested.
• Shortlisted candidates will complete:
  • A practical competency assessment
  • An integrity (ethical conduct) assessment
• If you do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

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How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online only through the Gauteng Government Jobs Portal.

Applicants must submit:

• A fully completed and signed New Z83 Application Form- Download Z83 form here 
• A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified copies of:

• South African ID
• Qualifications
• Driver’s licence (where applicable)

Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA before appointment.

Apply here online for Department of Roads and Transport Road Worker Jobs 2026 (54 Posts)

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Enquiries

Ms. M. Mashele / Mr. S. Ngcobo

Telephone: 011 355 7082 / 011 355 7043

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Application Closing Date

17 July 2026

Late applications will not be considered.