Chief Works Inspector- Electrical

What you will need

• A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent/N3 and a Engineering Technician.
• Competencies: Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework Knowledge of the department Strategy.
• Knowledge of the Public Regulatory Framework.
• Knowledge of the department Strategy.
• Skills- Communication, Computer literacy.
• Analytical, Presentation.
• Report Writing.
• Financial.
• Attributes- Team worker.
• Able to work independently.
• Professional.
• Confidential.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Quality- driven.

Experience

A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience.

Skills and competencies

• Competencies: Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework Knowledge of the department Strategy.
• Skills- Communication, Computer literacy.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct inspections.
• Prepare reports.
• Prepare specifications for unplanned maintenance and minor new work.
• Develop a bill of quantities.
• Develop proposals on the associated costs.
• Inspect new and/or maintenance work undertaken on project sites to ensure that it is being done in compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation and that proper quality control is maintained.
• Compile an estimate of repairs and costs for minor new work and maintenance work to be undertaken.
• Develop, implement and maintain an electronic record system for work being done and work that was finalised.
• Develop progress reports on outstanding and finalised work.
• Develop and interpret plans and sketches.
• Draw-up quotation documents and compile specifications, bills of quantities and bid documents.
• Adjudicate and provide recommendations on quotations and bids.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders in respect of technical aspects.
• Advise and guide contractors in respect of the compliance to legislation and procedures.
• Verify invoices and certify progress of payments.
• Check and process variation orders and make recommendations on 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 274 reports on projects.
• Gather and submit information in terms of the extended public works programme.
• Identify skills development needs and provide training and development opportunities for Works Inspectors.
• 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 management and development system.

How to apply

• Enquiries: Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto at 076 521 4118
• Telephone: 076 521 4118