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Chief Works Inspector: General Infrastructure (Mechanical) - Cape Town, CBD
National Diploma: Mechanical (T- or N-stream) with a minimum of 3 years mechanical experience in built environment or NTC 3 (or equivalent qualification) plus appropriately completed apprenticeship or successful passing of an official trade test with appropriate experience within the Mechanical field environment.
Recommendation
Willingness to travel regularly and work irregular hours; Experience in the following: Preparation of tender documentations and specifications, adjudicate tenders, manage contracts and the ability to interpret plans qorking drawings and Bills of Quantities; Technical experience on fire systems and mechanical services installations, familiar with contract administration, Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations.
Key Performance Areas
Oversee and manage regular maintenance and replacement of mechanical installations and equipment; Undertake inspections of mechanical systems, installation and fire services at all Western Cape Government owned and hired buidlings and compilation of reports; Oversee and manage the resolution of all clients day to day requests; Liaise with the relevant stakeholders regarding mechanical breakdown, issues or complaints; Assist with the preparation of budget; Provide estimates of costs for proposed maintenance and minor work projects; Supervise and exercise quality control on projects; Manage external consultants and contract administration.
Competencies
Knowledge and understanding of the following: Facets of the construction industry and National Building Regulations; Latest SANS SANS 10400 and SANS 10142 [Electrical wiring code], compilation of specifications and tender regulations; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Technical report writing; Written and verbal communication; Customer focus and responsiveness; Quality Management; Scope Change Management; Conflict Management; Problem solving and analysis; Planning and organising; Contract Management; Ability to work well within a team.