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POST 08/317 : CHIEF WORKS MANAGER: BUILDING
This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 13 Feb 2026.
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Requirements
A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF 6) in the Building/ Civil Engineering, or (N3 plus trade test in Building / Civil engineering field and 3-5 years related technical experience).
Relevant years of technical experience in Built environment field.
Extensive knowledge of the Building Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Public Finance Management Act, Government Procurement System.
Ability to plan, organize and manage resources. A valid driverβs license.
Registration with a professional body in the built environment would be an added advantage.
Good verbal and written communication skills, Computer literate.
Good interpersonal skills.
Good budgeting and estimating skills.
Willingness to travel and wok irregular hours.
Duties
Manage day-to-day building maintenance project activities to facilitate effective project execution in terms of cost, quality and time of existing State accommodation.
Manage projects cost, estimates and monitor and control the processes of controlling changes in line with allocated day-to-day maintenance budget.
Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance to specifications set out by the Department.
Ensure compliance with OHSA.
Assist in the development of building programs and conditional surveys and reporting regularly to management on the progress thereof.
Budget management, render a co-ordinated and professional service at all levels regarding the maintenance and management of DPWI clients.
How to apply
Email: RecruitKIM26-02@dpw.gov.za
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