CHIEF WORKS INSPECTOR- MECHANICAL

Gauteng Provincial Government; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 372,000 - 454,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Infrastructure Development in Pretoria is hiring a Chief Works Inspector- Mechanical to oversee mechanical maintenance projects. You will prepare specs, bids, and cost analyses, inspect site work, and ensure compliance with regulations while maintaining quality control.

You will also manage contract processes, guide contractors on procedures, and identify skills development needs for Works Inspectors within a dynamic public service environment.

Qualifications

• National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or N3 with passed Trade Test in Mechanical.
• Registration as Engineering Technician; 3–5 years’ relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specifications for unplanned maintenance and minor new work.
• Develop bills of quantities and cost proposals.
• Inspect projects to ensure compliance with regulations and quality.
• Adjudicate quotations and monitor payments; certify progress.
• Advise contractors on legislation and procedures; ensure contract administration.
• Identify training needs for Works Inspectors and provide development opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Analytical

Presentation

Report Writing

Financial

Education

National Diploma / N3 + Trade Test

Job description

Department of Infrastructure Development

CHIEF WORKS INSPECTOR- MECHANICAL

• Reference Number : REFS/056837
• Directorate : Maintenance
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R 413 001.00 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: [phone]

Requirements :

• A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent/ N3 and passed Trade Test in the Mechanical environment,/ Registration asan Engineering Technician. A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ appropriate experience. COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework Knowledge of the department Strategy. Knowledge of the Public Regulatory Framework. Knowledge of the department Strategy. SKILLS- Communication, Computer literacy. Analytical, Presentation. Report Writing. Financial. ATTRIBUTES- Team worker. Able to work independently. Professional. Confidential. Ability to work under pressure. Quality- driven.

Duties :

• Prepare specifications for unplanned maintenance and minor new work. Develop a bill of quantities. Develop proposals on the associated costs. Inspect new and/or maintenance work undertaken on project sites to ensure that it is being done in compliance with all relev ant regulations and legislation and that proper quality control is maintained. Compile an estimate of repairs and costs for minor new work and maintenance work to be undertaken. Develop, implement and maintain an electronic record system for work being done and work that was finalised. Develop progress reports on outstanding and finalised work. Develop and interpret plans and sketches. Draw-up quotation documents and compile specifications, bills of quantities and bid documents. Adjudicate and provide recommendations on quotations and bids. Liaise with relevant stakeholders in respect of technical aspects. Advise and guide contractors in respect of the compliance to legislation and procedures. Verify invoices and certify progress of payments. Check and process variation orders and make recommendations on requests for the extension of deadlines. Brief contractors and consultants on projects and certify claims for fees. Ensure effective contract administration. Facilitate and resolve problems emanating from projects and develop progress reports on projects. Gather and submit information in terms of the extended public works programme. Identify skills development needs and provide training and development opportunities for Works Inspectors. Provide advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of legislation, policies and procedures. Ensure quality control and effective and efficient workflow of work done by Works Inspectors and report on all work allocated. Monitor the proper utilisation of equipment, stores and expenditure. Administer the departmental performance management and development system.

Notes :

• In line with the Department's Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply.
• All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
• One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver's license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job).
• It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference.
• It is the Department's intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan.
• To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required.
• It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• The Department reserves the right not to appoint.

Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development

Closing Date : 09-11-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have a National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent/ N3 and a passed Trade Test in the Mechanical environment,/ Registration as an Engineering Technician?

Do you have a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ appropriate experience.

Do you have a valid driver's license. ?