CHIEF WORKS INSPECTOR: MECHANICAL

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

Reference number: DPWI 26/07/2026
Salary: R413 001 per annual (Level 08)
Centre: Queenstown
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), (T/N/S streams), or A N3 and passed trade test in Mechanical within built environment), or Registration as an Engineering Technician with 3 years’ relevant experience as a Works Inspector. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge and Skills: Buildings Regulations, Quality Control of all buildings works, Management of people, risk, change and promotion of teamwork, Management, OHS, Good verbal, writing and communication skills, Conflict Management skills, Computer literacy, Client orientation and customer focus skills, Report writing skills, Self – Management. Competencies: Model high standards of performance for self and team, Customer service, Customer Focus, People Management and Empowerment, Problem Analysis and Solving, Self – Management, Manages challenges and opportunities, Computer application, Engineering Management.

Duties

Conduct and supervise quality control of new works and maintenance projects, Supervise and monitor compliance with the National Building Regulations in inspection of properties, Supervise and monitor contracts and in-house construction by providing technical advice and guidance in respect of compliance to regulations, legislation and processes. Attend meetings and submit reports, Conduct condition assessment on government used facilities, Conduct and supervise inspections on DPW used buildings, coordinate condition assessment report with a view of effecting maintenance, Conduct and supervise inspections on client used/leased buildings, coordinate condition assessment report with a view to advise Immovable Assets. Monitor SMMES with respect to quality control, Recommend the appointment of clerk of works for each project where SMMEs are appointed, Coordinate resources such that the frequency of inspections is increased on sites where SMMEs are involved, Monitor effectiveness of contractors and SMMEs in all the projects, Provide assistance to EPWP in development of SMMEs, Supervise resources, Identify skills development needs and recommend training and development opportunities, Ensure quality control and effective and efficient workflow by Works Inspectors and report on all work allocated, monitor proper utilization of stores, equipment and expenditure, Administer performance and development system.

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

for Mthatha posts: Ms. V Potelwa at 047 505 2835/ Mr. V. Sokhahleleka Tel No: (047) 505 2768, e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za Ms. N. Ndawo at 083 627 2151 / Ms. S. Nenene at 083 627 2151 / Mr. S. Mpumlwana at 083 627 2151, e-recruitment Technical Enquires: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za

Note

Mthatha: Preference will be given to White Female with Disability. Queenstown: Preference will be given to Youth, White Females.

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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