Job Summary

The Department of Roads and Transport is recruiting for an Administrative Clerk position in Johannesburg Head Office. This opportunity falls under Traffic Engineering Services: Road Signs and Road Markings and is suited to candidates who want to build a career in public sector administration.

The position involves administrative support, document management, client service, meeting coordination, site inspection support, and assistance with project-related submissions and correspondence. It is an ideal opportunity for candidates with Grade 12 or an NQF Level 4 equivalent qualification who have strong organisational and communication skills.

Job Description

The Administrative Clerk will provide administrative support within the Road Signs and Road Markings section of the Department of Roads and Transport. The successful candidate will assist with applications assessment administration, document control, client liaison, technical support tasks, meeting arrangements, and project-related administrative work.

This role requires someone who is organised, able to work under pressure, and comfortable supporting both office-based and field-related administrative functions such as site inspections and project documentation. The position is suitable for a candidate who can work well in a team and communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for road signs and road markings application assessments
• Ensure proper document management and document security
• Provide client liaison and service support
• Assist with conducting site inspections
• Provide technical support where required
• Collect and consolidate relevant information and documentation
• Organise meetings with clients
• Draft project submissions for approval
• Assist with business plans and business correspondence
• Support the directorate with general administrative duties

Requirements

• Must have a Grade 12 certificate or NQF Level 4 equivalent qualification
• No experience required

Skills

• Computer literacy
• Planning and organisation skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Good written communication skills
• Job knowledge
• Teamwork
• Ability to work under pressure

Additional Information

• Reference Number: refs/038558
• Directorate: Traffic Engineering Services: Road Signs and Road Markings
• Number of Posts: 1
• Salary: R228 321 per annum plus benefits
• Location: Johannesburg Head Office
• Closing Date: 10 April 2026