Ref No: 2026/05
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Centre: Cape Town Regional Office
Requirements
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A minimum three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6) in the T/N/S streams or a related field; or
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N3 qualification plus a passed trade test in a relevant mechanical environment, with 3–5 years of related technical experience.
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Valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge:
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Occupational Health and Safety Act
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National Building Regulations and Building Standards
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Technical knowledge of the mechanical environment
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Procurement processes and systems
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Property and facilities management
Skills:
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Computer literacy
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Technical report writing
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Good verbal and written communication
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Programme and project management
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Relationship management and negotiation
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Problem-solving and numeracy
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Financial administration
Personal Attributes:
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Resourceful and creative
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Ability to communicate at all levels
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Ability to work under pressure
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Assertive and adaptable
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Willingness to adjust work schedules according to operational requirements
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Willingness to travel and work irregular hours
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Strong commitment to assigned tasks
Duties
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Identify requirements for new work and repairs through investigations of customer complaints and service needs.
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Prepare specifications for unplanned maintenance and minor new works.
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Develop bills of quantities and cost proposals.
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Inspect completed work on new projects and existing structures.
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Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and quality standards.
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Analyse and compile project documentation for new and existing structures.
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Develop and interpret plans and sketches.
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Compile quotation documents, specifications, bills of quantities, and bid documents.
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Adjudicate quotations and bids and provide recommendations.
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Liaise with relevant stakeholders on technical matters.
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Advise and guide contractors on compliance with legislation and procedures.
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Verify invoices and certify progress payments.
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Process variation orders and recommend extensions of time where applicable.
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Brief contractors and consultants and certify professional fee claims.
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Provide guidance on the interpretation and application of legislation, policies, and procedures.
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Ensure quality control and effective workflow of Works Inspectors and report on assigned work.
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Monitor the utilisation of equipment, stores, and expenditure.
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Administer the departmental performance management and development system.
Enquiries
Mr R. Majal
Tel: (021) 402 2300
Applications
Applications must be submitted to:
The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works
Private Bag X9027
Cape Town, 8000
Or hand deliver to:
Ground Floor, Customs House Building
Lower Heerengracht Street
Cape Town
Or email to:
RecruitCPT26-05@dpw.gov.za
For Attention: Ms C. Rossouw