Chief Works Inspector -Mechanical (re-advert) at Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure

Key Performance Areas

• Identify needs and requirements of new work and repairs through the investigation of customer complaints and new services. Prepare specifications for unplanned maintenance and minor new work. Develop bill of quantities. Develop proposals on the associated costs. Render an inspection service of work done on new projects and existing structures.
• 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 and 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 finalized.
• Develop progress reports on outstanding and finalized work. Analyse and compile relevant project documentation for new and existing structures. Develop and interpret plans and sketched. Draw – up quotation documents and compile specifications, bills of quantities and bid documents. Adjudicate and provide recommendations on quotations and bids. Liase with relevant stakeholders in respect of technical aspects.
• Manage the activities of contractors on project sites. Advice 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 reports on projects. Provide extended Public works Programme. Gather and submit information in terms of the extended Public Works Programme. Supervise the performance and conduct of works Inspectors. Identify skills development needs and provide training and development opportunities for Works Inspector. 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 proper utilization of equipment

Prerequisites

• Grade 12/ Matric and a qualification at NQF level 6 (T/N/S streams) as recognized by SAQA or N3 and a Trade Test Certificate in Mechanical, or registration as an Mechanical Engineering Technician.
• Minimum of three (03) years of experience in Mechanical environment. A valid driver’s license with the exception of applicants with disabilities.

Person Profile

• TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: Project Management. Technical analysis. Computer Literacy. Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills.
• GENERIC COMPETENCIES: Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Team work. Creativity. Change Management. Financial Management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication. Computer skills. Planning and organising.