Job Description

Closing Date

2025/05/26

Reference Number

WCG250410-1

Tracking Number

DOI 198/2024 R1

Job Title

Architect (Production Level): Health Infrastructure, Ref No. DOI 198/2024 R1

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Mr E du Plooy at Etienne.duPlooy@westerncape.gov.za

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage all aspects of the sub-programme for management and implementation of capital and maintenance health infrastructure projects for a defined region set in line with the Western Cape Government values.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate B degree in Architecture or relevant qualification; A minimum of 3-years post-qualification architectural experience; Compulsorly registration with SACAP (South African Council for the Architectural Profession) as a Professional Architect; A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation

Experience in the following: Contract documentation and administration; Project Management, formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment.

Key Performance Areas

Manage professional project teams and relevant committees for a particular project or package of projects; Manage the procurement process of projects; Monitor, control and report on project/programme implementation Identify and extract data and information to assist client departments with the drafting of their user asset management plan; Research and study literature to keep abreast of new technologies and procedures, including interaction with professional Councils, Boards and organisations; Assisting technical staff to achieve the pre-determined performance; indicators and service delivery imperatives; Management of framework, term service and consultant agreements including appointment and payment processes.

Competencies

Knowledge in the following:

Act/regulations of Occupation Health and Safety (OHS Act); National Building Regulations; SANS and all relevant built environment legislation; Programme and project management; Research and planning procedures; Financial management; Formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment.

Skills needed:

Leadership and organising; Written and verbal communication; Conflict management; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Conflict management; Able to work in a team.

Remuneration

Grade A: R 761 157 (OSD as prescribed)

Note on remuneration: to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.