Chief Works Inspector: General Infrastructure (Mechanical) - Cape Town, CBD at Western Cape Government

Minimum Requirements    

• National Diploma: Mechanical (T- or N-stream) with a minimum of 3 years mechanical experience in built environment or NTC 3 (or equivalent qualification) plus appropriately completed apprenticeship or successful passing of an official trade test with appropriate experience within the Mechanical field environment.

Recommendation    

• Willingness to travel regularly and work irregular hours; Experience in the following: Preparation of tender documentations and specifications, adjudicate tenders, manage contracts and the ability to interpret plans qorking drawings and Bills of Quantities; Technical experience on fire systems and mechanical services installations, familiar with contract administration, Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations.

Key Performance Areas    

• Oversee and manage regular maintenance and replacement of mechanical installations and equipment; Undertake inspections of mechanical systems, installation and fire services at all Western Cape Government owned and hired buidlings and compilation of reports; Oversee and manage the resolution of all clients day to day requests; Liaise with the relevant stakeholders regarding mechanical breakdown, issues or complaints; Assist with the preparation of budget; Provide estimates of costs for proposed maintenance and minor work projects; Supervise and exercise quality control on projects; Manage external consultants and contract administration.

Competencies    

• Knowledge and understanding of the following: Facets of the construction industry and National Building Regulations; Latest SANS SANS 10400 and SANS 10142 [Electrical wiring code], compilation of specifications and tender regulations; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Technical report writing; Written and verbal communication; Customer focus and responsiveness; Quality Management; Scope Change Management; Conflict Management; Problem solving and analysis; Planning and organising; Contract Management; Ability to work well within a team.