DEPUTY DIRECTOR: TECHNICAL SERVICES

Department of Infrastructure Development; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 897,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in South Africa is seeking a Deputy Director: Technical Services to oversee technical operations and procurement processes. Candidates must possess a qualification at NQF Level 6 or 7 in Built Environment and have at least 5 years of experience, with a focus on middle management. Strong project management and communication skills are essential. Remote work is not applicable; this position is on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience, 3 years in middle managerial level.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation of the annual operation plan.
• Control and monitor funds for maintenance in compliance with regulations.
• Conduct condition assessments related to electro-mechanical equipment.

Skills

Middle management experience

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

NQF Level 6 or 7 qualification in Built Environment

Job description

Department of Infrastructure Development

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: TECHNICAL SERVICES

• Reference Number : refs/023160
• Directorate : Maintenance
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R 896 436.00 per annum (All-inclusive Package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary).
• Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: [phone] 521 4118

Requirements :

• A qualification at NQF Level 6 or 7 in Built Environment. A minimum of 5 years’ experience, of which 3 years should be at middle managerial level. A valid driver’s license.

Duties :

• Manage the preparation of the annual operation plan. Manage the preparation of the annual procurement plan. Manage updating of the maintenance management systems in terms of approved plans. Manage the customizations of specifications. Manage the procurement processes of all goods and services, technical spares and supplies, including specification and participation in evaluation and bid adjudication. Control and monitor funds for the maintenance in compliance with PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Manage procurement through the prescribed system. Manage maintenance schedules (corrective and preventative) and maintenance plans. Conduct condition assessments related to all disciplines. Perform inspections, verify lifespan of electro-mechanical equipment and maintenance records. Manage implementation of day-to-day maintenance services. Manage implementation of routine and preventative maintenance services. Meet with Heads of health facilities and suppliers. Agree on service delivery standards and turnaround times.Follow up if clients are satisfied with services and timeframes. Address complaints of clients and manage feedback to clients. Sign performance agreements for the unit based on approved job descriptions, strategic and annual performance plans of the department. Manage training and development of personnel according to agreed training interventions. Manage the provision of equipment required by personnel for achievement of outputs. Provide regular verbal and written feedback to personnel on performance. Mentor and coach personnel. Develop a succession plan for the unit. Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for the unit. Provide sufficient guidance to personnel in terms of the service delivery plan, work plans, core business roles and priorities of the Department through quarterly personnel meetings. Manage skills transfer between personnel in the Maintenance Hub and outside technical assistants and/or consultants. Plan & allocate work responsibilities and processes to control work performance including quality assurance.

Notes :

• In In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on 076 521 4118.Applicants must utilise the most recent Z83 application for employment form issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with the Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, All fields in the New Z83 form, must be completed and signed. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach the Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification.The New Z83 form, obtainable from the GPG Professional Job Centre website, any Public Service Department or the DPSA website www.dpsa.gov.za/documents, all other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates).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. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development

Closing Date : 22-08-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have a qualification at NQF Level 6 or 7 in Built Environment?

Do you have a minimum of 5 years’ experience, of which 3 years should be at middle managerial level?

Do you have a valid drivers license?

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.