Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is Hiring Admin Clerks in Pretoria and Cape Town
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is inviting applications for the position of Admin Clerks: Professional Services (Construction Project Management). This opportunity is ideal for candidates with Grade 12 who are looking to build a career in government administration and project support.
There are two posts available, with one position based in Pretoria and the other in Cape Town. The closing date for applications is 08 May 2026.
Admin Clerks Vacancy Overview
Position: Admin Clerk: Professional Services (Construction Project Management)
Salary: R228 321 per annum
Closing Date: 08 May 2026
Centres
- Pretoria Regional Office – Ref No: 2026/183 A (1 Post)
- Cape Town Regional Office – Ref No: 2026/183 B (1 Post)
Minimum Requirements
To apply, candidates must have:
- A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Basic knowledge of Treasury Regulations and financial management
- Report writing and submission skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good interpersonal skills
- Professional telephone etiquette
This vacancy is well suited to applicants who are organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle administrative tasks in a busy office environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will provide administrative and project support within the Construction Project Management unit. Duties include:
- Providing general project delivery support
- Drafting correspondence when required
- Coordinating documentation for multiple projects running at the same time
- Printing, photocopying and binding project documents
- Maintaining contractor and consultant databases
- Coordinating audit queries
- Coordinating monthly PMO report submissions and keeping records in the filing system
- Facilitating the processing of invoices for consultants, contractors and suppliers
- Ensuring compliance with invoicing requirements
- Ensuring payment authorisations are in order
- Providing secretariat support to professional committees and internal meetings
- Arranging meetings and workshops for the unit
- Preparing and typing correspondence and documents
- Rendering general office administration support
- Processing claim advance forms and other staff-related documents
- Coordinating travel arrangements
- Processing subsistence and travel claims
- Administering leave arrangements
This role is important in helping the department maintain smooth project administration and financial processes.
Why This Admin Clerk Job Stands Out
This government vacancy offers a stable salary and a chance to work in a professional services environment linked to construction project management. It is a strong opportunity for candidates who want to gain experience in public sector administration, reporting, invoicing, office coordination, and project support.
Because the post supports multiple concurrent projects, it can also help build valuable experience in documentation control, meeting administration, and stakeholder coordination.
Enquiries
Pretoria
- Mr L Ngobeni – Tel: (012) 492 3470
- Mr T Masina – Tel: (012) 310 5254
Cape Town
- Mrs R Davids – Tel: (021) 402 2047
How to Apply
Applicants must send their applications to the correct email address based on the centre they are applying for:
- Cape Town applications: RecruitCPT26-47@dpw.gov.za
- Pretoria applications: RecruitPTA26-36@dpw.gov.za
Make sure you use the correct reference number for your chosen office in your application.
Final Reminder
If you have Grade 12, computer skills, and strong administrative ability, this Department of Public Works and Infrastructure Admin Clerk vacancy could be a great opportunity to enter the public service sector. With posts available in both Pretoria and Cape Town, interested candidates should prepare and submit their applications before 08 May 2026.
