Chief Director: Immovable Asset Management

About the role

The Department of Infrastructure Development (Gauteng) is hiring a Chief Director: Immovable Asset Management in Immovable Asset Management, based in Head Office (Johannesburg). This is a permanent post, paying R1,554,696 a year. Chef Directorate: Immovable Asset Management How to apply: To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za Reference number to quote: REFS/056825 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, implementation and maintenance of the Immovable Asset Strategy and Register and related asset management systems.
• Oversee the preparation and annual review of the Custodian Asset Management Plan and its alignment with User Asset Management Plans and provincial planning and budget priorities.
• Guide user departments on GIAMA planning requirements and consolidate their validated long-term asset needs into the provincial portfolio strategy.
• Oversee the provision, integration and maintenance of Geographic Information System (GIS) services and spatial data for planning and decision-making.
• Oversee asset-register verification standards, reconciliation and audit evidence, incorporate field information supplied by Facilities and Estate Management and technical teams and resolve discrepancies in property records.
• Oversee GIAMA implementation, custodial policies and asset-management procedures, and monitor compliance across the provincial immovable asset portfolio.
• Develop lifecycle portfolio strategies and prioritized investment proposals aligned with the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework and service-delivery requirements.
• Oversee vesting and confirmation of custodianship, resolving ownership discrepancies with relevant authorities and maintaining supporting records.
• Oversee property valuations and market analysis to inform acquisition, disposal and development decisions.
• Set portfolio performance measures and report on utilisation, asset value, lifecycle costs and service-delivery outcomes, recommend corrective investment or rationalisation decisions.
• Oversee asset recognition, derecognition, valuation and disclosure information in consultation with the CFO under the accounting framework applicable to the Department.
• Oversee reconciliation of the immovable asset register with Deeds and Surveyor- General records and relevant financial information, resolve exceptions and asset-register audit findings.
• Use condition-assessment information supplied by Facilities and Estate Management and technical teams to prioritise lifecycle investment, renewal and disposal in the custodial plan.
• Oversee electronic asset-register development, data quality and controlled data exchange with GIS, user asset plans and relevant departmental systems.
• Oversee the implementation of approved acquisition plans in line with accommodation needs and strategic objectives.
• Oversee the implementation of approved disposal plans in line with legislative requirements, departmental policies and approved delegations.
• Oversee the identification, assessment and evaluation of immovable properties for acquisition, disposal or alternative utilisation.
• Oversee ad hoc acquisition requests and assessment of feasibility, affordability and compliance requirements.
• Oversee the donation, transfer and land exchange of immovable assets.
• Oversee the mitigation of risks associated with functionally obsolete immovable assets through ongoing assessment and measures aimed at preventing unforeseen and wasteful investments.
• Oversee the undertaking of investment analysis and feasibility assessments for property development and infrastructure-related initiatives.
• Oversee the identification and assessment of property development opportunities to optimise utilsation and value of immovable assets.
• Oversee partnership and stakeholder engagements relating to property development initiatives, including intergovernmental and private sector collaborations.
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) and other alternative service delivery mechanisms.
• Oversee the development of policies, strategies, and plans for the Immovable Assets Management unit.
• Oversee the alignment of the unit’s strategic priorities and work plans with those of the Department.
• Oversee the preparation of the annual operation plan.
• Oversee the identification of risks and implementation of risk and mitigation plans.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of management reports for the unit.
• Oversee written contributions to departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan, etc. Sign performance agreements for subordinates based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department.
• Manage subordinates and maintain discipline.
• Manage the mentoring, coaching and professional development of subordinates for performance enhancement and succession planning support.
• Manage talent retention and employee development initiatives.
• Manage training and development of subordinates according to agreed training interventions.
• Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for subordinates.
• Manage funds in the unit in compliance with Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations.
• Limit under spending or overspending by the unit in terms of the departmental budget allocations.

Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification at NQF level 7 in Real Estate/Property Management/Property Development/Immovable Asset Management as recognized by SAQA.
• At least 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in the real estate environment.
• A valid driver’s license.
• A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate (Nyukela) submitted prior to appointment.
• Competencies:
• Knowledge of PFMA/Treasury Regulations
• GIAMA planning, lifecycle investment analysis, property valuation, vesting and asset information governance
• Provincial/Departmental Supply Chain Management Policies
• Public Service Act of 1994 and Public Service Regulations, 2016, as amended
• Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007
• Labour Relations Act of 1995/Resolutions of Public Sector Bargaining Councils
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 1997
• Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act, 2013
• Provincial Infrastructure Delivery Management System
• Gauteng Land Administration Act, 1996, as amended
• Project Management, People Management, Financial Management and Conflict Management
• Skills:
• Communication
• Report writing
• Analytical
• Negotiation
• Facilitation and presentation
• Attributes- Self-Driven, responsible, team player, resilient, innovative and adaptable