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POST 10/318 : CHIEF WORKS MANAGER: ELECTRICAL

🏒 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE πŸ“ Cape Town Regional Office 201 ⏳ Closes: 10 Apr 2026 🧾 Post: 10/318 # Ref: 2026/144

Key details

Salary
R397 116 β€’ per annum
Centre
Cape Town Regional Office 201
Reference
2026/144
Closing date
10 Apr 2026
Apply email
37@dpw.gov.za

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Overview
Lead and manage electrical projects, maintenance, and inspections to ensure compliance with standards and quality.

Requirements

A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 06) in the Electrical Engineering discipline with relevant extensive technical experience, OR (N3 plus a passed trade test in the relevant environment, and 3-5 years related technical experience). A valid driver’s license.

Wire man license will be additional advantage.

Ability to plan, organize and manage resources.

Computer literacy.

Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), National Building Regulations, Environment Conservation Act as well as the Government Procurement System.

Proven knowledge and understanding of estimating and scheduling techniques.

Willingness to travel and work irregular hours.

Sound analytical and good written and verbal communication skills.

Registration with a professional body will serve as an advantage.


Duties

Manage minor projects, unplanned maintenance, building condition surveys and the asset register with reference to Electrical works, do site inspections and reports on leased buildings, assist in site handovers, first and final deliveries including the close out reports, facilitate negotiations with contractors, compile the scopes of work and prepare specifications estimates, ensure all work executed complies with PW 371 standards and specifications, compile technical reports.


How to apply

Email: 37@dpw.gov.za

Cape Town
Cape Town Regional Office
APPLICATIONS: The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works
Private Bag X9027
8000.
Or Hand Deliver at Ground floor
Customs House Building
Lower Heerengracht Street

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