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RSS Maintenance Specialist (2923) at The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL)

The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL)
March 25, 2026
Full-time
On-site
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:


A senior Certificate (Grade 12 Matric)
A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience.


Certification:


CompTIA A+ or CompTIA Network+ or IT technical qualification at NQF 4 or Engineering
ITIL v3 or ITIL 4 Foundation
Working at Heights certificate
A valid driver's license and own vehicle.


This role will require occasional after-hours or weekend work during security incidents.

ADVANTAGEOUS:


Cisco Systems CCNA Certification
Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)
Electrical Trade Test
Microsoft Certified: Windows Server / Azure Administrator


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operational Maintenance Execution (24/7 Environment)


Liaise with the RSS Maintenance Supervisor to confirm daily work orders and technical requirements.
Collect and verify allocated tools, components, and materials from Warehouse Stores against job cards.
Conduct rotational visits to tolling points and roadside infrastructure sites.
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance as per approved checklists and ensure sign-off upon completion.
Execute corrective maintenance to resolve identified faults and reported incidents.
Clean and inspect equipment (e.g., camera lenses, sensors, lighting equipment) in accordance with maintenance standards.


Technical Inspection and Troubleshooting


Inspect and test roadside systems including:
Sensors
Cameras and camera lighting equipment
E-tag readers
Controllers (Server units)
HP Switches
Fibre communication equipment
SCADA spot checks
Diagnose and troubleshoot fibre, network, and power-related faults.
Install, replace, and configure software on cameras, switches, and controllers.
Record findings, document corrective actions taken, and escalate unresolved issues to higher-level technical support.
Conduct structural inspections of gantries, poles, and cabinets for damage caused by environmental factors or traffic incidents.


Installation and Infrastructure Support


Perform safe replacement and installation of gantry-mounted cameras in live roadway environments.
Conduct site risk assessments prior to commencement of work.
Follow permit-to-work procedures when working at heights.
Ensure all installations comply with quality standards and contractual KPIs.


Reporting and Coordination


Compile daily, weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports, including:
Preventative maintenance checklists
Shift change handover documentation
Failure type and incident trend analysis per site
Spare parts inventory monitoring report
Maintain accurate work records and system logs.
Communicate effectively with team members during handover processes.
Ensure all work complies with contractual timeframes and service standards.


Closing date for applications: 2 April 2026