Project Executive

eThekwini Municipality; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Durban seeks a Project Executive responsible for providing project management services within the eThekwini Transport Authority. Candidates should have a civil engineering degree and at least 6 years of relevant experience. The role includes overseeing strategic projects, safety requirements, and liaising with government entities for protocol matters. A valid driver's license and professional registration are required.

Qualifications

• 6 years relevant experience, with 5 years post registration.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• Computer Literacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional service within an operational / legislative framework.
• Participate in key strategic projects.
• Responsible for the Units learnership programme.

Skills

Planning

Organisational Awareness

Communication

Team Orientation

Education

Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 7) in Civil Engineering

Registered as a professional Engineering Technologist with the Engineering Council

Job description

Job title: Project Executive

Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline: November 14, 2025

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Job Purpose

Provides a centralised overarching project management service across all professional and technical disciplines within eThekwini Transport Authority.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Provide a professional service within an operational / legislative framework.
• Participates in key strategic projects.
• Responsible for the Units learnership programme.
• Co-ordinate the Occupational Health and Safety requirements across the Unit.
• Responsible for the continuous monitoring and improvement of ABM.
• Perform cost effectiveness studies in conjunction with the Head eThekwini Transport Authority and his / her Deputy Heads.
• Develop a performance management system for eThekwini Transport Authority.
• Provide an infrastructure for service improvement to users of eThekwini Transport Authority
• Unit process.
• Liaises with other members of Government on special projects and protocol matters.

Competencies

• Planning.
• Organisational Awareness.
• Design.
• Operations and Maintenance.
• Interpersonal Relationships.
• Service Delivery Orientation.
• Communication.
• Accountability and Ethical conduct.
• Impact and Influence.
• Team Orientation.
• Direction Setting.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Engineering (NQF Level 7) in Civil Engineering.
• Registered as a professional Engineering Technologist with the Engineering Council of South
• Valid motor vehicle driving license
• 6 years relevant experience of which 5 years must be post registration.
• Computer Literacy.
• Administrative / Management jobs