Works Inspector- Building
Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development
- Salary (as advertised)
- R280 278 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This document describes the role of a Works Inspector- Building within the Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development, specifically under the Chief Directorate: Maintenance. The position offers a salary of R280 278 per annum, along with benefits, and is located at the Chris Hani Baragwanath Facility Maintenance Hub. The reference number for this role is REFS/056881. **What you will do** The key responsibilities for this role include: * Checking if new and/or maintenance work undertaken on project sites comply with all relevant regulations and legislation. * Conducting inspections on work done, or to be done, to ensure proper quality control is maintained. * Compiling estimates of repairs and costs for minor new work and maintenance work. * Maintaining an electronic record system for ongoing and finalised work. * Developing progress reports on outstanding and finalised work. * Developing and interpreting plans and sketches. * Drawing-up quotation documents and compiling specifications. * Participating in the adjudication process and providing recommendations on quotations. * Liaising with relevant stakeholders in respect of technical aspects. * Inspecting work done by contractors to determine compliance with prescribed standards. * Advising and guiding contractors in respect of relevant legislation and regulations. * Compiling payment documents. * Compiling and processing variation orders and requests for the extension of deadlines. * Ensuring effective contract administration. * Developing reports on problems emanating from projects. * Gathering and submitting information in terms of the extended public works programme (EPWP). **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent, OR N3 and a passed trade test in the building environment, OR Registration as an Engineering Technician. * No experience required. * A valid driver’s license. * **Competencies:** * **Knowledge:** National Building Standards Act of 1977, Regulations and Municipal Regulations; Promotion of Access to Information Act of 2000; Promotion of Administrative Justice Act of 2000; Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007; Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations; Legislation, Regulations and Guidelines pertaining to infrastructure matters in Health; PFMA 1999 and Regulations. * **Skills:** Communication, Analytical, Problem Solving, Technical. * **Attributes:** Team worker, Proactive and resourceful, Responsive, Responsible. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for individuals who possess a National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent, or N3 with a passed trade test in the building environment, or registration as an Engineering Technician. Applicants must hold a valid driver's license. No prior experience is required, making it an entry-level opportunity for qualified candidates. The ideal candidate will be a team worker, proactive, resourceful, responsive, and responsible, demonstrating strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills. They should also possess knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations pertaining to building standards, infrastructure, safety, and administrative justice. **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-056881 Source: govpage
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