Section Head - Building Development Management at City of Cape Town

Requirements

• A relevant three-year tertiary qualification (e.g. Architecture/Quantity Surveying) in any Built Environment discipline
• Extensive experience at an appropriate level in a similar function, including plans approval
• Five (5) to eight (8) years’ supervisory/managerial experience
• Thorough knowledge and implementation of the National Building Regulations (NBR) and SANS 10400 requirements
• Professional registration with a recognised Built Environment Council will be advantageous.
• Computer literacy (particularly in MS Office)
• A valid Code B (08) driver’s licence.

Key Performance Areas

• Managing the building development function at District level to ensure the effective processing of building development applications, inspections and law enforcement
• Managing the systems and operational requirements related to the processing of building applications for the District
• Approving or refusing building plan applications as recommended by the Building Control Officer
• Ensuring compliance with the NBR and all other applicable laws as required by Section 7 of the National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act, 1977 (Act 103 of 1977)
• Liaising with plans examiners and architectural professionals
• Providing input into current and future interventions necessary to achieve acceptable levels and standards with regard to the Department’s performance and service delivery plans