Building Inspector at Nelson Mandela Bay Metro

Qualifications and experience required:

• Trade-tested Artisan in the Civil/Construction industry – NQF Level 5.
• Registered Architectural Technician and/or Building Inspector.
• A valid Code B driver’s licence.
• Basic computer skills.
• Three years’ relevant work experience.

Key attributes and competencies:

• Proficient oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other official local language.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• A very high level of attention to detail.
• Good organisational, problem-solving, and supervisory skills.
• Ability to monitor health and safety requirements in terms of the OSH Act during inspections.

Job purpose:

• Implementing sequences associated with monitoring compliance with standards, procedures, regulations, and specifications encompassed in National Building Regulations with regard to the submission of plans for approval and proposed construction of buildings, preparing and presenting investigational and qualitative reports, processing/approving specific transactional work documentation, and issuing compliance notices and certificates to align practices.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment.
• Fringe benefits will include membership of a Retirement Fund, Medical Aid Scheme, Group Life Assurance Scheme, participation in a Housing Subsidy and Car Schemes (subject to the conditions of the various Schemes), and normal leave and sick leave benefits.