The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited is inviting applications for a permanent Statutory Control Specialist position based in Gauteng.
This opportunity is suited to experienced professionals in Civil Engineering, Town and Regional Planning, Surveying, and related fields who have expertise in statutory control, road access management, development planning, and land administration.
ABOUT SANRAL
South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited is responsible for the planning, development, financing, management, and maintenance of South Africa’s national road network.
The organisation plays a vital role in:
- Maintaining national road infrastructure
- Supporting economic growth and mobility
- Promoting road safety and sustainability
- Managing strategic transport corridors
- Ensuring compliance with road and development legislation
SANRAL works closely with government departments, municipalities, consultants, and communities to protect and enhance South Africa’s road network.
POSITION DETAILS
| Position | Statutory Control Specialist |
|---|---|
| Location | Gauteng |
| Employment Type | Permanent |
| Company | SANRAL |
POSITION OVERVIEW
The successful candidate will oversee statutory control and land-related matters affecting the national road network.
The role focuses on ensuring that development applications, road access requests, and land-use activities comply with SANRAL requirements, legislation, and road safety standards.
Main responsibilities include:
- Reviewing statutory control applications
- Managing road access and land-use matters
- Ensuring regulatory compliance
- Supporting municipal planning processes
- Conducting route audits and site assessments
- Managing risks and non-compliance issues
- Providing technical support and specialist advice
- Monitoring statutory control performance across provinces
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must possess:
- NQF Level 7 qualification in:
- Civil Engineering
- Town and Regional Planning
- Surveying
- Equivalent related qualification
- Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience
- Minimum 5 years experience in:
- Traffic Impact Assessments
- Development Planning
- Statutory Control
- Road Access Management
ADVANTAGEOUS QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates with the following will have an added advantage:
- NQF Level 8 qualification in Transportation, Planning, or Surveying
- 3 years supervisory experience
- Professional registration with a recognised body
- GIS experience
KEY DUTIES
Statutory Control Management
- Review and approve statutory control applications
- Monitor compliance with SANRAL policies and legislation
- Manage road access and development applications
- Investigate illegal developments and non-compliance
- Conduct route audits and inspections
Technical Advisory Services
- Provide guidance on land-use and development matters
- Support planning processes and infrastructure projects
- Engage with municipalities regarding SDFs, IDPs, and other planning frameworks
- Contribute to policy and procedure improvements
Reporting and Administration
- Maintain accurate records and application databases
- Produce management reports
- Monitor application turnaround times
- Ensure information is correctly captured on SANRAL systems
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build relationships with municipalities and consultants
- Support internal and external stakeholder collaboration
- Promote SANRAL’s objectives and standards
REQUIRED SKILLS
The ideal candidate should have:
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge of GIS systems
- Understanding of SPLUMA and land administration processes
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings
- Problem-solving and conflict management skills
- Strong planning and organisational abilities
- Good computer skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
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CLOSING DATE
08 June 2026
SANRAL appointments are made in accordance with the organisation’s Employment Equity Plan. The agency reserves the right not to fill the position.