Works Inspector- Mechanical
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 role is for a Works Inspector- Mechanical within the Chief Directorate: Maintenance at the Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development. The position is based at the Charlotte Maxeke Facility Maintenance Hub and offers a salary of R280,278 per annum, plus benefits. The reference number for this role is REFS/056923. What you will do Key responsibilities for this role include: * Checking if new and/or maintenance work undertaken on project sites are in compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation. * Conducting inspections on work done, or to be done, to check that proper quality control is maintained. * Compiling an estimate of repairs and costs for minor new work and maintenance work to be undertaken. * Maintaining an electronic record system for work being done and work that was finalised. * 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 the work done by contractors to determine whether it is in compliance with all relevant prescribed standards. * Advising and guiding contractors in respect of the 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) Candidates must meet the following requirements: * A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent/ N3 and a passed trade test in the mechanical environment/ Registration as an Engineering Technician. * A valid driver’s license. * **Competencies:** * Knowledge of National Building Standards Act of 1977, Regulations and Municipal Regulations. * Knowledge of Promotion of Access to Information Act of 2000. * Knowledge of Promotion of Administrative Justice Act of 2000. * Knowledge of Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007. * Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. * Knowledge of Legislation, Regulations and Guidelines pertaining to infrastructure matters in Health. * Knowledge of PFMA 1999 and Regulations. * **Skills:** * Communication * Analytical * Problem Solving * Technical * **Attributes:** * Team worker * Proactive and resourceful * Responsive * Responsible Who should apply This role is suited for an individual with a background in mechanical engineering (demonstrated by a National Diploma, N3 with a passed trade test, or registration as an Engineering Technician) and who holds a valid driver's license. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of key legislation and regulations relevant to building standards, infrastructure, and financial management, particularly within the health infrastructure sector. They should be a proactive, resourceful, responsive, and responsible team player with strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills, capable of ensuring compliance, quality control, and effective contract administration for mechanical works. 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-056923 Source: govpage
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