Control Works Inspector: Building

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Control Works Inspector specializing in Building, within the Chief Directorate: Maintenance of the Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development. The position is based at the Springs District Maintenance Hub, offering a salary of R605,742 per annum, plus benefits. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing maintenance and minor new works projects, managing contractors and consultants, and supervising subordinates in the building environment. **What you will do** * Allocate tasks and projects in relation to the maintenance of existing and new works. * Monitor the progress and expenditure on current maintenance and minor new works projects. * Attend monthly project progress meetings with relevant stakeholders. * Ensure that the Works Control System is updated, provide reports and estimates and recommend and monitor expenditure and payments. * Ensure accuracy of tender documents, specifications and bills of quantities. * Ensure effective contract administration through the resolution of disputes. * Promote and assist SMMEs, BBBEE and PPPs. * Promote the initiatives of the Extended Public Works Programme (EPWP). * Gather and submit information in terms of the extended public works programme. * Manage the process for the identification of needs, new services and requirements for minor new work and repairs to existing work by ensuring that customer complaints are investigated and follow-up. * Develop and interpret plans and sketches. * Draw-up quotation documents and compiles specifications, bills of quantities and bid documents. * Adjudicate and provide recommendations on quotations and bids. * Liaise with relevant stakeholders in respect of technical aspects. * Provide advice and guidance to contractors and consultants in respect of compliance to legislation, regulations and procedures. * Put systems and procedures in place to ensure contractors and consultants adhere to legislation, regulations and procedures. * Verify invoices and certifies progress of payments. * Check and process variation orders and requests for the extension of deadlines. * Brief contractors and consultants on projects and certify claims for fees. * Ensure effective contract administration. * Facilitate and resolve problems emanating from projects and develop progress reports on projects. * Identify skills development needs and provide training and development opportunities for subordinates. * Provide advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of legislation, policies and procedures. * Ensure quality control and effective and efficient workflow of work done by Works Inspectors and report on all work allocated. * Monitor the proper utilisation of equipment, stores and expenditure. * Administer the departmental performance and development system. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent/ N3 and a passed Trade Test in the Building environment/ Registration as an Engineering Technician. * A minimum of 6 years appropriate experience. * A valid driver’s license. * **Competencies:** * Excellent spoken and written communication skills. * Technical knowledge relevant to your industry. * Knowledge of relevant legislation and quality control standards. * Good organisational skills and a methodical approach to work. * The ability to prioritise workloads and meet project deadlines. * The ability to pay close attention to detail. * Good team working skills. * **Skills:** * Monitor the progress and expenditure on current maintenance projects and minor new works projects. * Attend monthly project progress meetings with clients. * Manage the activities of contractors and consultants where applicable. * Supervise the performance and conduct of subordinates. * **Attributes:** * People centered * Professionalism * Collective responsibility * Transformation * Batho Pele Principles * Attention to detail * Honesty and integrity * Strong ethics **Who should apply** This role is suitable for individuals who possess a relevant National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or N3 with a passed Trade Test in the Building environment, or who are registered as an Engineering Technician. Applicants must have at least 6 years of appropriate experience and hold a valid driver's license. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, strong technical knowledge of the industry, and familiarity with relevant legislation and quality control standards. They should be highly organized, methodical, detail-oriented, and capable of prioritising workloads to meet project deadlines. Essential skills include monitoring project progress, managing contractors and consultants, and supervising staff. The candidate must also embody attributes such as professionalism, strong ethics, honesty, integrity, and a people-centered approach consistent with Batho Pele Principles. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-infrastructure-development-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-056844 Source: govpage

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