Job Description

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to plan and execute inspections for new and maintenance work on project sites and ensure that works are being done in compliance with relevant regulations and legislation at Education Facilities in the Western Cape.

Minimum Requirements

A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent; or N3 certificate (or higher) and a passed trade test in the mechanical environment; or Registration as a Mechanical Engineering Technician; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving license.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Deliver infrastructure maintenance, upgrading and minor new work of Education Facilities; Project management and administration in respect of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance works, executed by contractors; Manage the activities of contractors on construction sites, and exercise quality control on projects; Preparation of tender documentation, specifications, and Bills of Quantities, analyse and compile; Project documentation; Budget preparation and estimates of costs for proposed maintenance repair works; The assessment, preparation, compilation and submission of facility condition reports of Health and Education Facilities; Maintain and report progress consistently to the department management information system and back up documents and information to the database; It will be advantageous to have appropriate experience in the following: Mechanical environment and contract administration with regards to the installation and maintenance of lifts, air-conditioning, refrigeration, fire-fighting equipment, fire alarms, pumps, and stand-by generators; Preparation of specifications, plans and working drawings and the ability to interpret Bills of Quantities; Technical experience of mechanical matters, familiar with contract administration, Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations.

Competencies

Knowledge and understanding of the following:

Facets of the construction industry and National Building Regulations; Latest SANS 1238:2005, 1287-1:2007, 1287-2:2007, 1424:2013, 10173:2003, 1744:2017 and SANS 10142 [Electrical wiring code], compilation of specifications and tender regulations.

Skills needed:

Computer literacy; Technical report writing; Communication (written and verbal) at project management level; Customer focus and responsiveness; Quality Management; Scope Change Management; Conflict Management; Problem solving and analysis; Planning and organising; Contract Management; Ability to work well within a team.

Remuneration

R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) 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 do a practical 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.



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. 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.

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