New Jobs at City of Tshwane

Reference Code: ECDE135-2024 (E)

Application Requirements:

• A relevant three-year tertiary qualification (BTech or degree) in Town Planning, Regional Planning, or a related field.
• Minimum of six years’ experience in land use management administration.
• Supervisory experience is advantageous.
• A valid Code B driver’s licence.
• Computer literacy with advanced knowledge of Excel.

Personal Attributes/Competencies:

• Integrity, intelligence, patience, innovative thinking, and energy.
• Flexibility, decisiveness, attention to detail, and willingness to accept responsibility.

Primary Functions:

• Supervise client services, providing updates on land use applications, town-planning schemes, policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Oversee staff and the administration of land use applications.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations for staff and the public.
• Manage inquiries and complaints related to land use applications.
• Compile quarterly and monthly management statistics on land uses.
• Clarify policies and procedures for clients, ensuring they are properly informed about their applications.
• Attend site meetings and other relevant meetings.

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(3 POSTS) Reference Code: ECDE141-2024 (E)

Application Requirements:

• A relevant tertiary qualification (three-year diploma or degree) in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Building Management, Building Science, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a building control environment within local government.
• Supervisory experience is advantageous.
• A valid Code B driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Computer literacy.

Personal Attributes/Competencies:

• Strong communication skills and interpersonal abilities.
• Adaptability and stress management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Primary Functions:

• Ensure that building developments comply with National Building Regulations.
• Prevent illegal building activities.
• Provide contractors and the public with information and advice.
• Oversee workload allocations and control daily work sheets (statistics).
• Monitor and manage monthly statistics.
• Handle disciplinary matters within the office.
• Provide training and advice to subordinates and building surveyors.
• Write correspondence related to area complaints.
• Coordinate Council functions related to issuing final occupation certificates.

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(4 POSTS) Reference Code: ECDE143-2024 (E)

Application Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (three-year diploma or degree) in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Building Management, Building Science, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Successful completion of the Law Enforcement Course and appointment as a Law Enforcement Officer in terms of the Criminal Procedures Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977).
• At least two years of relevant experience in a building control environment within local government.
• A valid Code B driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Computer literacy.

Personal Attributes/Competencies:

• Strategic management skills and business management abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective planning and organising skills.
• Financial management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Primary Functions:

• Investigate complaints regarding land use and outdoor advertising.
• Collate and verify the accuracy of property and owner details to support investigations.
• Issue contravention notices where necessary.
• Follow instructions from a supervisor after 24-hour inspections.
• Identify and confirm city development contraventions, gathering evidence to ensure legislative compliance.
• Initiate court proceedings for non-compliance to ensure successful prosecution of city development contraventions.
• Ensure the accused attends court and provide evidence when required.
• Monitor court judgments and ensure compliance with decisions, referring non-compliance for further legal action (civil or criminal).
• Conduct integrated joint law enforcement to promote health, safety, order, amenity, and efficiency in the development process in Tshwane.

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(2 POSTS) Reference Code: ECDE144-2024 (E)

Application Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• At least two years of relevant experience in office administration, particularly in building plans management within local government.
• Supervisory experience will be an added advantage.
• A valid driving licence will be an added advantage.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and GIS.

Personal Attributes/Competencies:

• Strong communication skills.
• Integrity and analytical thinking.
• Willingness to accept responsibility and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to handle difficult customers.
• Teamwork and independent work capabilities.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Primary Functions:

• Supervise the functions of the subsection (regional office) building office.
• Serve as the first point of contact for public enquiries (in person, phone, email, fax) related to the subsection.
• Provide administrative support for the submission and approval process of site development and building plan applications.
• Receive applications, calculate fees, issue receipts, open files, and verify documentation.
• Capture information on the computer and circulate files to relevant departments for comments.
• Notify applicants of necessary corrections or approvals by phone.
• Administer bookings for building inspections and list them for the building surveyor.
• Manage and archive building and site development plans, maintaining file order and neatness.
• Retrieve records (electronic or hard copy) upon public request.
• Participate in subsection (regional office) meetings.

Application Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• At least two years of relevant experience in office administration, particularly in building plans management within local government.
• Supervisory experience will be an added advantage.
• A valid driving licence will be an added advantage.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and GIS.

Personal Attributes/Competencies:

• Strong communication skills.
• Integrity and analytical thinking.
• Willingness to accept responsibility and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure.
• Ability to handle difficult customers.
• Teamwork and independent work capabilities.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Primary Functions:

• Supervise the functions of the subsection (regional office) building office.
• Serve as the first point of contact for public enquiries (in person, phone, email, fax) related to the subsection.
• Provide administrative support for the submission and approval process of site development and building plan applications.
• Receive applications, calculate fees, issue receipts, open files, and verify documentation.
• Capture information on the computer and circulate files to relevant departments for comments.
• Notify applicants of necessary corrections or approvals by phone.
• Administer bookings for building inspections and list them for the building surveyor.
• Manage and archive building and site development plans, maintaining file order and neatness.
• Retrieve records (electronic or hard copy) upon public request.
• Participate in subsection (regional office) meetings.

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 (6 POSTS) Reference Code: ECDE145-2024 (E)

Application Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• At least six months of relevant experience in administrative support services.
• Computer literacy.

Personal Attributes/Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Good time management skills for completing tasks.
• A team player with the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to distinguish between urgent and important tasks.
• Capability to work well with people and under pressure.
• Ability to work both individually and within groups.
• Assertiveness when liaising with the public.
• Physically and mentally fit to handle challenging tasks.

Primary Functions:

• Provide administrative and support services for the submission and approval of site development plans and building plan applications.
• Receive applications, calculate fees, issue receipts, open files, and verify documentation.
• Input data into the computer system and circulate files to relevant departments for feedback.
• Notify applicants of corrections or approvals via telephone.
• Administer bookings for building inspections.
• Organize files for the building surveyor and capture information on the computer.
• Submit inspection files to the chief building surveyor and update computer records after inspections.
• Manage archival duties, including filing and retrieving plans and maintaining neat file cabinets.
• Retrieve records, either in electronic or hard copy format, as requested by the public.

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(2 POSTS) Reference Code: ECDE147-2024 (E)

Application Requirements:

• A relevant three-year tertiary qualification (BTech or degree) in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Current registration with the South African Council for the Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP) as a professional Quantity Surveyor.
• At least six years of relevant experience in Quantity Surveying.
• A valid Code B driving licence.
• Computer literacy.
• Proficiency in WinQS estimating and quantity surveying software.

Personal Attributes/Competencies:

• Strong analytical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Organizational abilities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Adaptability to a changing work environment.
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks.
• Problem-solving capabilities.
• Integrity and innovative thinking.

Primary Functions:

• Analyze building cost statistics.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of building cost information.
• Provide cost-related information to client departments and stakeholders.
• Prepare cost valuations of properties for replacement, taxation, or insurance purposes.
• Handle claims for legal actions and insurance payouts.
• Determine costs for alterations, additions, and renovations to City of Tshwane properties.
• Prepare bills of quantities for these projects.
• Manage budgets for capital building projects and prepare cost estimates for proposed works.
• Oversee building contracts and ensure continual updates to contract documents.
• Prepare and evaluate tender documents, recommending successful tenderers.
• Exercise financial control over building projects.
• Manage finances for building projects on behalf of subsidized sports clubs, external organizations, and utility companies.
• Oversee consultants by briefing, monitoring their work, and processing their fee accounts.