Job Opportunities at Department of Public Works (DPW)

REQUIREMENTS :

• An Engineering Degree (B Engineering / BSc Engineering) or relevant qualification,
• six (6) years’ post qualification experience required as a Professional Engineer and compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer.
• Must have Computer Literacy and a Valid Driver’s License.

DUTIES :

• Provide technical lead in proposal preparations. Define technical lead in proposal resources requirements for successful work execution. Perform final review and approvals or audits on new engineering designs according to design principle or theory.
• Co-ordinate design efforts and integration across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology.
• Pioneering of new engineering services and management methods. Manage the execution maintenance strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources.
• Set engineering maintenance standards, specifications and services levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability.
• Identify areas for technological advancement and maintaining excellent engineering standards. Maximise team performance using standard processes.
• Monitor maintenance efficiencies according to organizational goals to direct or redirect engineering services for attainment of organizational objectives. Allocate, control, monitor and report on all resources. Compile risk logs and manage significant risk according to sound risk management practice and organizational requirements.
• Provide technical consulting services for the operation on engineering related matters to minimize possible engineering risks. Ensure an effective interface with other departmental staff maintained. Allocate, control and monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management.
• Mentor, train, develop candidates and related technical and administrative personnel to promote skills/ knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code practice. Provide general supervision of employees. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification;
• 6 years post qualification experience as an Mechanical Engineer in the Building Services Environment; compulsory registration with ECSA as professional Engineer.
• Extensive knowledge of all Mechanical engineering aspects of the building and construction environment; Public Finance Management Act;
• Occupational Health and Safety Act; Supply Chain Management; Contract Management.
• Ability to undertake critical review/analysis and provide technical advice; 

DUTIES :

• Engineering design and analysis effectiveness; Perform final review and approvals or audits on new engineering designs according to design principles or theory; Co-ordinate design efforts and integration across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology;
• Pioneering of new engineering practices and management methods. Maintain engineering operational effectiveness; Manage the execution of maintenance strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources;
• Set engineering maintenance standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability; Monitor maintenance efficiencies according to organizational goals to direct or redirect engineering services for the attainment of organizational objectives. Manage significant projects risk according to sound risk management practice and organizational requirements;
• Provide technical consulting services for the operation on engineering related matters to minimize possible engineering risks; Manage and implement knowledge sharing initiatives e.g. short-term assignments and secondments within and across operations, in support of individual development plans, operational requirements and return on investment; Continuously monitor the exchange and protection of information between operations and individuals to ensure effective knowledge management according to departmental objectives.
• Financial Management; Manage the operational maintenance & capital projects portfolios for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organizational needs and objectives; Facilitate the compilation of innovation proposals to ensure validity and adherence to organizational principles;
• People management; Manage the development, motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of engineering services according to organizational needs and requirements; Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.
• Conduct quality control over the work of consultants and contractors during the execution phase of projects. Assist project managers in resolving technical disputes arising at different stages of projects.
• Review and audit final consultants payments. Accept responsibility for the development, implementation, review and regular updating of standardised mechanical engineering practice manuals for the Department. Undertake detail design, documentation and implementation of minor in-house projects.
• Engage with client departments and stakeholders on technical matters. Provide mentorship and supervision to candidate engineers, technologists and technicians. Comply with Engineering Services requirements to ensure uniform best practices across the department. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A National Higher Diploma (Built Environment Field)/ B-Tech (Built Environment Field)/ Honours Degree in any Built environment field with a minimum of six (6) years post qualification experience. A valid driver’s license. Compulsory registration with the SACPCMP as a Professional Construction Project Manager. 

DUTIES :

• Monitor the performance of project managers under his/her supervision. Mentor, develop and offer technical support to improve performance. Manage construction projects on his/her own, ranging from large scale capital projects to maintenance projects and service contracts.
• Ensure that the needs of the clients are well interpreted into manageable scopes of work. Procure the services of built environment professionals through stipulated supply chain management process.
• Coordinate the work of various professionals to ensure the required design and documentation quality as well as delivery is in accordance with the project execution plans. Coordinate all internal resources required to ensure the bidding process for appointment of contractors. Ensure that appointed consultants manage the quality of work within their professional scope and responsibility.
• Ensure that contractors timeously receive relevant specifications and details to contracts. Adjudicate all applications of variation orders and extensions of time, and make recommendations to the approving authority within the Department. Process all interim monthly payments as per conditions of contract and in line with the Government’s commitment to pay invoices timeously. Prepare and submit project information to be filled to the Head of Directorate.
• Secure all required funding for the projects through internal set processes. Ensure that project information is filled appropriately for easy access during audit. Cultivate a culture for good working relationships with fellow colleagues within the Department. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• B degree in Architecture or relevant qualification.
• Six years post qualification architectural experience required. Compulsory registration with SACAP as a professional Architect. Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge: Architectural design, principles and analysis. Be acquainted with and have exposure in: development, implementation, oversight of recovery plans when projects are lagging as well as the use of dashboards to track project progress. Computer-aided engineering applications. 

DUTIES :

• Architectural design and analysis effectiveness. Perform final review and approval or audits on architectural designs according to design principles or theory. Co-ordinate design effort and integration across discipline to ensure seamless integration with current technology.
• Maintain engineering operational effectiveness. Manage the execution of architectural strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources. Set architectural standards, specifications and services levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability.
• Monitor and maintain efficiencies according to organizational goals to direct or redirect architectural services for the attainment of organizational objectives. Ensure the availability and management of funds to meet the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) objectives within the engineering environment.
• Management the operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organizational needs and objectives. Manage the commercial value add of the discipline-related programmes and projects.
• Allocate, control and monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management. Allocate, monitor and control resources. Compile risk logs and manage significant risk according to sound risk management. Provide technical consulting services for the operation of architectural related matters to minimize possible architectural risks.
• Manage and implement knowledge sharing initiative e.g. short-term assignments and secondments within and across operations, in support of individual development plans. Continuously monitor the exchange and protection of information between operations and individuals to ensure effective knowledge management according to departmental objectives.
• Assess the work of support for development. Identify on-job trainee requirements. Train and develop trainee cost engineer on the job and through formalized training programmes. Coach and mentor newly appointed personnel. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A National Higher Diploma (Built Environment Field) with a minimum of four years (4) and six (6) months certified experience,
• B-Tech (Built Environment field) with a minimum of four (4) years certified managerial experience,
• Honours Degree in any Built environment field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience,
• Compulsory registration with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) as a Professional Construction Manager. A valid driver’s license.

DUTIES :

• Contribute to project initiation, scope definition and scope change control for envisaged projects. Full project management function, cost, quality and time control. Manage project cost estimates and control changes in line with allocated budgets.
• Plan and attend project meetings during the project phases. Assist with the compilation of projects documentation to support project processes.
• Implement project administration processes according to Government requirements. Ensure implementation of procurement activities and adherence thereof to Government policies.
• Provide assistance in implementing and assuring that project execution is in accordance with the approved project norms and time schedules. Support the project environment and activities to ensure that project objectives are delivered timeously.
• Manage and engage in multi-disciplinary construction teams regarding the construction/maintenance of facilities; Ensure that construction projects are implemented and executed as envisaged in the Acquisition/procurement plan and that high quality projects are delivered within time, cost and quality framework. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Electrical/ Mechanical. Ten (10) years post qualification
• Experience required as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman. Valid driver’s license. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and relevant Regulations.
• Must have the understanding of Technical/Engineering drawings. Must be computer literate.  

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate must be able to compile material quantities per project, will be required to maintain all Government Buildings including new work to buildings, must be willing to work overtime if and when required, and construct progress reports on projects and monitor/Train/mentor Artisans, Assistants and learners regularly.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the Workshop and manage equipment, tools and machinery used as per OHS Act 85 of 1993.
• The job involves a lot of travelling. It will be expected of the incumbent to climb ladders for inspection and maintenance on the government building/adherence requirement of the job.
• The incumbent must have knowledge of all work shop equipment and knowledge of relevant trades.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Painting. A valid driver`s License. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act 85, of 1993 and Regulations.
• It is expected of an official to have a general knowledge to their respective Trades. Must have General knowledge of tools, equipment and machinery in the workshop.  

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate must be able to compile material quantities per project, will be required to maintain all Government Buildings including new work to buildings, must be willing to work overtime if and when required, and compile progress reports on projects and monitor Artisan assistants and Learners. Report directly to Artisan Superintendent. Must have vast knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993.
• It will be expected of the incumbent to participate in various expeditions including other Islands (Marion, Gough & Antarctica) & Robben Island.
• The successful candidate must be prepared to climb ladders for inspection, work in confined spaces, dust, heights and excessive heat. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Plumbing. A valid driver`s License (B1/ Higher).
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act 85, of 1993 and Regulations. It is expected of an official to have a general knowledge to their respective Trades.
• Must have General knowledge of tools, equipment and machinery in the workshop.  

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate must be able to compile material quantities per project, will be required to maintain all Government Buildings including new work to buildings, must be willing to work overtime if and when required, and compile progress reports on projects and monitor Artisan assistants and Learners. Report directly to Artisan Superintendent. Must have vast knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993.
• It will be expected of the incumbent to participate in various expeditions including other Islands (Marion, Gough & Antarctica) & Robben Island.
• The successful candidate must be prepared to climb ladders for inspection, work in confined spaces, dust, heights and excessive heat. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Bricklaying. A valid driver`s License.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act 85, of 1993 and Regulations.
• It is expected of an official to have a general knowledge to their respective Trades.
• Must have General knowledge of tools, equipment and machinery in the workshop. 

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate must be able to compile material quantities per project, will be required to maintain all Government Buildings including new work to buildings, must be willing to work overtime if and when required, and compile progress reports on projects and monitor Artisan assistants and Learners.
• Report directly to Artisan Superintendent. Must have vast knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993.
• It will be expected of the incumbent to participate in various expeditions including other Islands (Marion, Gough & Antarctica) & Robben Island.
• The successful candidate must be prepared to climb ladders for inspection, work in confined spaces, dust, heights and excessive heat. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Painting. A valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge in the field of water reticulation, repairs and maintenance to valve chambers and burst pipes.
• Also have knowledge in bricklaying, carpentry and painting. Must be willing to work overtime and stand by.
• Ability to manage people. An understanding of the Performance management System.
• Computer literacy. Good communication skills (Verbal and Written). Negotiation skills.  

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate will be in charge of Building workshop as well as the building related services.
• Administer leave, overtime and transport registers.
• Report to Head of workshop.