ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LEASES

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

Reference number: DPWI 16/07/2026
Salary: R605 742 per annum (Level 10)
Centre: Aliwal North
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 17 August 2026
Circular: No 27 of 2026

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Requirements

National Senior Certificate, National Diploma (NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA) in Facilities Management/ Property Management / Horticulture & Landscaping / Real Estate / Building / Construction Management with 3 years’ experience at supervisory level or SL7/8 in Facilities Management. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and Skills: In-depth knowledge and understanding of legislative framework that governs Public Service. In-depth knowledge and understanding of GIAMA. Knowledge and understanding of PFMA. In-depth knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Act and related buildings regulations. Knowledge and understanding of Facilities Management Policies, Procedures and Best Practices. Knowledge of Asset and Maintenance Management. Departmental service delivery principles. Departmental Strategic Planning. Departmental Annual Performance Plan. Policies and Procedures. Government Programmes. Provincial Growth and Development Plan for the Eastern Cape. Stakeholder and customer relationship management principles. Planning, coordination. Problem-solving and analytical ability. Facilities inspection and compliance monitoring. Report writing and data analysis. Stakeholder engagement and client relations. Communication. Client relationship management. Report writing and presentation. Computer literacy (MS Office, Facilities Management Systems). Project Coordination.

Duties

Coordinate provision of cleaning services: Coordinate the provision of cleaning services across district facilities. Facilitate development of specifications and procurement processes for cleaning services. Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with service standards. Oversee contract administration, including verification of service delivery and certification of payments. Monitor cleanliness of government facilities to ensure adherence to departmental cleaning standards policies. Coordinate provision of gardening and beautification services: Coordinate provision of gardening and landscaping services for state facilities. Facilitate procurement and appointment of service providers in line with SCM processes. Monitor performance and quality of services delivered. Oversee contract implementation and compliance with environmental standards. Ensure alignment of services with departmental maintenance and beautification standards. Coordinate implementation of condition assessments: Coordinate implementation of condition assessments for state owned facilities. Analyse condition assessment reports to inform maintenance planning and prioritization. Facilitate development of maintenance plans and cost estimates based on condition assessment data. Provide reports to inform infrastructure and asset management decisions – making. Ensure proper recordkeeping of condition assessments and maintenance reports. Manage utilization inspection on state-owned buildings: Plan and conduct utilization inspections to assess use of allocated space. Monitor space utilisation and identify underutilized or non-compliant usage of facilities. Analyse inspection findings and compile reports to inform management decisions. Ensure compliance with GIAMA and space management standards. Monitor maintenance of utilisation and inspection records. Coordinate implementation of health and safety audits on state owned facilities: Coordinate implementation of occupational health and safety requirements across facilities. Monitor compliance with relevant OHS legislation and building regulations. Facilitate execution of health and safety inspections and audits. Analyse risks identified and recommended appropriate corrective interventions. Promote safe working environments in line with statutory and departmental requirements. Supervise the allocated resources: Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness. Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from Manager. Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities. Ensure timeously development of job description and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the sub-directorate. Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates. Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.

Where to send your application

Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e- Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: e-recruitment- bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon- Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Hand-delivered/ E-Mailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted.

Enquiries

Ms. N. Ndawo at 083 627 2151 / Ms. S. Nenene at 083 657 2151 / Mr S. Mpumlwana at 083 627 2151 e-recruitment Technical Enquires: erecruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za

Note

Queenstown: (Preference will be given to Youth, White Male) Aliwal North: (Preference will be given to Youth, African Males)

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 27 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 31 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 31 July 2026.

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