Department of Public Works Administrative Clerk Vacancies X3 in Pretoria: Grade 12, No Experience Required
Department of Public Works Administrative Clerk Vacancies X3 in Pretoria: Grade 12, No Experience Required
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) is inviting applications for three Administrative Clerk: Workshop vacancies based at the Pretoria Regional Office.
These positions may be suitable for job seekers with a Grade 12 or Senior Certificate, as no previous work experience is required. Successful candidates will provide administrative support to the workshop, including managing job cards, handling enquiries, assisting with meetings and supporting financial and personnel administration.
Applications must be submitted before the closing date of 09 October 2026.
Administrative Clerk: Workshop Vacancy Details
Employer: Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
Position: Administrative Clerk: Workshop
Number of Posts: 3
Reference Number: 2026/347
Location: Pretoria Regional Office
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
Experience Required: No previous experience required
Closing Date: 09 October 2026
Requirements
Applicants must have at least a Senior Certificate or Grade 12 qualification.
No previous work experience is required for these Administrative Clerk vacancies.
Candidates should have knowledge or an understanding of:
- Works Control System (WCS)
- Basic Accounting System (BAS)
- Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
- Treasury Regulations
- Financial management and administration
- State budgetary systems
- Business, accounting and financial systems
- LOGIS
Applicants should also have good:
- Numeracy skills
- Basic accounting skills
- Organisational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Problem-solving abilities
- Diplomatic and professional communication skills
Candidates should be able to take a proactive and practical approach when dealing with administrative problems.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will provide administrative and clerical support within the workshop environment.
Job Card Administration
Responsibilities will include:
- Registering and filing new job cards
- Following up on outstanding job cards
- Monitoring updates and information recorded on job cards
- Circulating relevant job card information
- Handling queries and problems relating to job cards
General Clerical Support
Administrative Clerks will also assist with:
- Ordering workshop materials and equipment
- Recording, organising and storing information
- Capturing and retrieving correspondence and data
- Updating registers and statistics
- Making photocopies when required
- Distributing documents and packages to relevant stakeholders
Handling Client Complaints and Queries
Successful applicants will help ensure that enquiries and complaints are properly recorded and addressed.
Duties include:
- Maintaining an active query register
- Responding to enquiries where possible
- Referring enquiries to the appropriate manager
- Following up on outstanding complaints and queries
- Providing feedback to clients
Meeting and Stakeholder Administration
The Administrative Clerks will assist with meetings by:
- Confirming the availability of relevant stakeholders
- Arranging meetings
- Taking minutes during meetings
- Organising meeting logistics
- Preparing and distributing documents as instructed
Financial and Personnel Administration Support
Candidates will also provide administrative support to the sub-directorate by:
- Capturing and updating expenditure information
- Checking the correctness of subsistence and travel claims
- Submitting claims to the manager for approval
- Handling telephone accounts
- Assisting with petty cash administration for the component
How to Apply
Applications for the Administrative Clerk: Workshop X3 posts must be emailed to:
Applicants should ensure that they clearly quote the correct reference number:
Reference Number: 2026/347
Submit your application early enough to avoid possible delays close to the deadline.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is:
09 October 2026
Applications received after the closing date may not be considered.
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the vacancy, contact:
Mr S. Kutu
Telephone: (012) 310 5993
Why This Vacancy May Interest Job Seekers
One of the main advantages of these vacancies is that applicants only need a Grade 12 or Senior Certificate, with no previous work experience required.
There are also three positions available, offering an opportunity for candidates interested in gaining administrative experience within the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure.
If you meet the requirements and are interested in administrative work within the public service, consider submitting your application before 09 October 2026.
