Control Works Inspector: Electrical

About the role

The Department of Infrastructure Development (Gauteng) is hiring a Control Works Inspector: Electrical in Maintenance, based in Thellemogoerane Facility Maintenance Hub. This is a permanent post, paying R605,742 a year. How to apply: To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za Reference number to quote: REFS/056879 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Allocate tasks and projects in relation to the maintenance of existing and new works.
• Monitor the progress and expenditure on current maintenance and minor new works projects.
• Attend monthly project progress meetings with relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure that the Works Control System is updated, provide reports and estimates and recommend and monitor expenditure and payments.
• Ensure accuracy of tender documents, specifications and bills of quantities.
• Ensure effective contract administration through the resolution of disputes.
• Promote and assist SMMEs, BBBEE and PPPs.
• Promote the initiatives of the Extended Public Works Programme (EPWP).
• Gather and submit information in terms of the extended public works programme.
• Manage the process for the identification of needs, new services and requirements for minor new work and repairs to existing work by ensuring that customer complaints are investigated and follow-up.
• Develop and interpret plans and sketches.
• Draw-up quotation documents and compiles specifications, bills of quantities and bid documents.
• Adjudicate and provide recommendations on quotations and bids.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders in respect of technical aspects.
• Provide advice and guidance to contractors and consultants in respect of compliance to legislation, regulations and procedures.
• Put systems and procedures in place to ensure contractors and consultants adhere to legislation, regulations and procedures.
• Verify invoices and certifies progress of payments.
• Check and process variation orders and 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.
• Identify skills development needs and provide training and development opportunities for subordinates.
• 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 the proper utilisation of equipment, stores and expenditure.
• Administer the departmental performance and development system.

Requirements

• National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent/N3 and a passed Trade Test in the Electrical environment/Registration as an Engineering Technician.
• At least 6 years appropriate experience.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Competencies:
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills
• Technical knowledge relevant to your industry
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and quality control standards
• Good organisational skills and a methodical approach to work
• The ability to prioritise workloads and meet project deadlines
• The ability to pay close attention to detail
• Good team working skills
• Skills- Monitor the progress and expenditure on current maintenance projects and minor new works projects
• Attend monthly project progress meetings with clients
• Manage the activities of contractors and consultants where applicable
• Supervise the performance and conduct of subordinates
• Attributes:
• People centered
• Professionalism
• Collective responsibility
• Transformation
• Batho Pele Principles
• Attention to detail
• Honesty and integrity
• Strong ethics