Principal Inspector: Civil And Construction Engineering

Department of Employment and Labour

Salary (as advertised)
R605 742 per year
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a Principal Inspector: Civil And Construction Engineering. This position is located at the Labour Centre in Richmond, with an annual salary of R605 742. The reference number for this role is HR4/4/9/2. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Providing inputs into the development of Civil and Construction Engineering Policies and ensuring implementation of OHS strategy for the Department of Employment and Labour in terms of OHS Legislation. * Conducting complex inspections for Civil and Construction Engineering regularly as per OHS programme. * Conducting technical research on the latest trends of Occupational Health & Safety in terms of Civil and Construction Engineering Sector. * Providing support for enforcement action, including preparation of reports for legal proceedings. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Three (3) year National Diploma (NQF6) or Undergraduate Bachelor Degree (NQF7) in Civil/Construction Engineering. * Four (4) years functional experience in Civil/Construction Engineering. * Valid Driver’s licence. * **Knowledge:** Departmental Policies and procedures, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Act and Regulations, OHS Act and Regulations, OHS standards, OHS Management System. * **Skills:** Facilitation, Planning and Organizing, Computer literacy, Interpersonal, Problem Solving, Interviewing skills, Presentation, Innovative, Analytical, Research, Project management. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a qualified Civil or Construction Engineer with a minimum of four years of relevant functional experience and a valid driver's licence. Ideal candidates will possess comprehensive knowledge of OHS legislation, departmental policies, and public service principles. The department has an Employment Equity (EE) target for Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Males, Indian Females, and White Males. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-employment-and-labour-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-40-of-2026#spani-ref-hr4-4-9-2 Source: govpage

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    • Project management
    • Health and safety (OHS)
    • Driver's licence

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    Job description

    PRINCIPAL INSPECTOR: CIVIL AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING REF NO: HR4/4/9/2 SALARY : R605 742 per annum CENTRE : Labour Centre: Richmond REQUIREMENTS : Three (3) year National Diploma (NQF6)/ Undergraduate Bachelor Degree (NQF7) in Civil/Construction Engineering. Four (4) years functional experience in Civil/Construction Engineering Valid Driver’s licence. Knowledge: Departmental Policies and procedures, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Act and Regulations, OHS Act and Regulations, OHS standards, OHS Management System. Skills: Facilitation, Planning and Organizing, Computer literacy, Interpersonal, Problem Solving, Interviewing skills, Presentation, Innovative, Analytical, Research, Project management. DUTIES : Provide inputs into the development of Civil and Construction Engineering Policies and ensure implementation of OHS strategy for the Department of Employment and Labour in terms of OHS Legislation. Conduct complex inspections for Civil and Construction Engineering regularly as per OHS programme. Conduct technical research on the latest trends of Occupational Health & Safety in terms of Civil and Construction Engineering Sector. Provide support for enforcement action, including preparation of reports for legal proceedings. ENQUIRIES : Mr SF Kubeka Tel No: (031) 366 2121 APPLICATIONS : Specialist OHS, KZN Provincial Office: PO Box 940, Durban, 4000 Or hand deliver at 267 Anton Lembede Street, The Royal Hotel Building, Durban, 4001. For Online Applications: Jobs-KZN2@labour.gov.za NOTE : EE Target: Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Males, Indian Females and White Males.

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