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Department of Public Works Administrative Clerk: Workshop Vacancies X3 – Grade 12, No Experience Required

Are you looking for an entry-level government job in Pretoria? The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has opened applications for three Administrative Clerk: Workshop vacancies at its Pretoria Regional Office.

The opportunity is suitable for applicants who have completed Grade 12 / Senior Certificate and are looking to start or build a career in government administration. No previous work experience is required for these positions.

Successful applicants will receive a salary of R237,453 per year and will provide administrative, clerical and financial support within the workshop environment.

Applications close on 09 October 2026.

Department of Public Works Administrative Clerk Vacancies 2026

Employer: Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
Position: Administrative Clerk: Workshop
Number of vacancies: 3
Reference number: 2026/347
Location: Pretoria Regional Office
Salary: R237,453 per annum
Minimum qualification: Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
Experience: No previous experience required
Closing date: 09 October 2026

Requirements

Applicants must have a Senior Certificate / Grade 12.

No previous work experience is required.

Candidates should have knowledge or an understanding of administrative and financial systems, including:

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, accounting, organisational and communication skills.

Computer literacy, problem-solving abilities, good interpersonal skills, diplomacy and the ability to work proactively will be important in the position.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidates will perform various administrative and clerical duties within the workshop environment.

Administration of Job Cards

Responsibilities will include registering and filing new job cards, following up on outstanding job cards and monitoring updates made to job cards.

The clerks will also circulate information relating to job cards and assist with queries or problems concerning job cards.

General Administrative Support

The successful applicants will assist with general office administration, including:

Ordering workshop materials and equipment
Recording and capturing correspondence and information
Organising and storing documents
Retrieving documents and information when required
Updating registers and statistics
Making photocopies
Distributing documents and packages to relevant stakeholders

Client Complaints and Enquiries

Administrative Clerks will assist with client queries and complaints by maintaining a query register, responding to enquiries or referring them to the relevant manager.

They will also follow up on outstanding complaints and enquiries and provide feedback to clients.

Meeting Administration

The position may also involve assisting with meetings.

Duties can include confirming stakeholder availability, arranging meetings, taking minutes, organising meeting logistics and preparing and distributing meeting documents.

Personnel and Financial Administration

Successful candidates will also provide personnel and financial administration support.

This may include capturing and updating expenditure, checking subsistence and travel claims before submission for approval, assisting with telephone accounts and handling petty cash for the component.

Readvertisement Notice

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure states that this vacancy is a readvertisement linked to a previous advertisement under reference number 2026/148.

Applicants who previously applied for the position are encouraged to apply again if they remain interested.

How to Apply for the Administrative Clerk Vacancies

Applications must be submitted by email.

Application email: RecruitPTA26-58@dpw.gov.za

Reference number: 2026/347

Applicants should make sure that their application documents are completed correctly and that the correct reference number is included.

It is recommended that applications be submitted before the closing date to avoid possible last-minute email or technical problems.

Enquiries

For enquiries regarding the vacancy, contact:

Mr S Kutu
Telephone: (012) 310 5993

Closing Date

The closing date for the Department of Public Works Administrative Clerk: Workshop vacancies is:

09 October 2026

Late applications may not be considered.

Who Can Apply?

This opportunity may be suitable for job seekers who:

Have completed Grade 12
Have basic computer skills
Have good communication skills
Have good organisational abilities
Are interested in administrative and clerical work
Are looking for entry-level government employment
Want to gain experience in the South African public service

With three positions available and no previous work experience required, these vacancies may be of interest to Grade 12 job seekers looking for administrative opportunities in Pretoria.

Job seekers are encouraged to check all application requirements carefully and submit their applications before 09 October 2026.