Chief Works Inspector
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About the role
The Department of Human Settlements (KwaZulu-Natal) is hiring 5 Chief Works Inspector posts. This is a contract post, paying R413,001 a year. (3- year contract) How to apply: Applications must be posted to: The Head of Department, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements, Private Bag X54367, Durban, 4000 or hand delivered to: The Acting Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Department of Human Settlements, Ground Floor, Murchison Passage, 353-363 Dr Pixley ka Seme Street, Durban, 4001. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs For attention: Mr. TW Khalishwayo Reference numbers to quote: CWI SOUTH 10/2026, CWI WEST 10/2026, CWI IL 10/2026, CWI UTH 10/2026, CWI AD 10/2026 Closing date: 18 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: NB: Applicants are requested to submit separate application forms for each district they are applying for.
Responsibilities
- Identify needs and requirements of new work and repairs through the investigation of customer complaints and new service required, Render an inspection service of work done on new projects and existing structures, Analyze and compile relevant project documents for new and existing structures, Manage the activates of contractors on project sites, Gather and submit information in terms of the extended public works programme, * Supervise the performance and conduct of Works Inspectors.
Requirements
- Matric plus a National Diploma in Built environment or equivalent or N6 and a passed trade test in built environment.
- More than 3 years appropriate experience.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Knowledge.
- Skills and Competencies
- Knowledge of National Building Regulations
- Knowledge of NHBRC Home Building Manual
- Knowledge of SABS specification on building material
- Technical knowledge
- Knowledge of Project Management principles
- Numeracy skills
- Literacy skills
- Driving skills
- Operating equipment skills
- Language skills
- Project management skills
- Financial management skills
- Service oriented
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible to work extra hours
- Team work oriented
- Receptive to suggestions and new ideas
- Open to challenges
- Integrity and honesty