Chief Works Inspector: Electrical (Tshwane District Maintenance Hub)

About the role

The Department of Infrastructure Development (Gauteng) is hiring a Chief Works Inspector: Electrical in Maintenance, based in Tshwane District Maintenance Hub. This is a permanent post, paying R413,001 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/056834 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specifications for unplanned maintenance and minor new work.
• Develop a bill of quantities.
• Develop proposals on the associated costs.
• 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 an 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 finalised.
• Develop progress reports on outstanding and finalised work.
• Develop and interpret plans and sketches.
• Draw-up quotation documents and compile specifications, bills of quantities and bid documents.
• Adjudicate and provide recommendations on quotations and bids.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders in respect of technical aspects.
• Advise 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.
• Gather and submit information in terms of the extended public works programme.
• Identify skills development needs and provide training and development opportunities for Works Inspectors.
• 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 management and development system.

Requirements

• A 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 3 years’ appropriate experience.
• Competencies:
• Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework Knowledge of the department Strategy
• Knowledge of the Public Regulatory Framework
• Knowledge of the department Strategy
• Skills- Communication, Computer literacy
• Analytical, Presentation
• Report Writing
• Financial
• Attributes- Team worker
• Able to work independently
• Professional
• Confidential
• Ability to work under pressure
• Quality- driven