PROJECT OFFICER: FACILITIES SL8 X1

Thekwini TVET College; Durban; On-site; ZAR 398,000; Full time

Job summary

A vocational training institution in Durban is seeking a qualified Project Officer for a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate must have a relevant diploma or degree, experience in facilities management, and knowledge of safety regulations. Responsibilities include maintaining college infrastructure and supervising projects. A valid driver's license is essential. Apply by 25 August 2025.

Benefits

Medical aid

Pension

Housing allowance

Service bonus

Qualifications

• 3 years’ relevant experience in Facilities Management at a supervisory level.
• Experience in SHERQ and OHS environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all Thekwini TVET College buildings and infrastructure.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities and Requisitions.
• Advise on areas of maintenance in Bid Committees.
• Supervise maintenance and building projects by service providers.
• Develop and implement policies for building maintenance and safety.
• Report progress on maintenance plans and projects to management.

Skills

Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations

Occupational Health and Safety knowledge

Record management system

Infrastructure Reporting Model System

Driver's license

Education

Three-year National Diploma or Degree in Building Management

Matric certificate or equivalent

Job description

VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT: EXTERNAL

Thekwini TVET College invites suitably qualified and experienced individuals to apply for the following contract post based in Durban.

POST: PROJECT OFFICER: FACILITIES X1

CONTRACT DURATION: 12 MONTHS

LOCATION: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

REF: CORP 01/08/2025

SALARY NOTCH: R397 116.00 PER ANNUM (SL8)

FRINGE BENEFITS: MEDICAL AID, PENSION, HOUSING ALLOWANCE AND SERVICE BONUS

Requirements:

• Matric certificate or equivalent. A Recognized Three-year National Diploma (NQF 6)/ Degree in Building Management/ Safety Management/ Construction Management or related qualification
• 3 years’ relevant experience of which three years must be in a supervisory level in Facilities Management, SHERQ and OHS environment.
• Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Immovable Asset Management Act.
• A knowledge of record management system. Knowledge of Infrastructure Reporting Model System. A valid driver's license.
  
  

Key Result Areas:

• Maintenance planning of all Thekwini TVET College Buildings and Infrastructure
• Prepare Billi of Quantities and Requisitions
• Seat in the Bid Committees and advise on areas of maintenance and Building
• Supervise the maintenance and building projects performed by services providers
• Develop and implement policies related to Building, occupational health and safety and infrastructure maintenance
• Report the progress on maintenance plan and building project to College Management, Department of Higher Education and Treasury.
  
  

CLOSING DATE: MONDAY 25 AUGUST 2025

To Be Included In The Application

Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at (www.gov.za/document)), which must be completed in full, signed and dated by the applicant. On application, please submit only the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Please note certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be required from only the shortlisted candidates on or before the day of the interview and a Certificate of Service from your HR office signed by the Head of the Institution must be attached to prove experience.

Important

It is the intention to promote representivity in the College through the filling of these posts. The candidature of applicants from designated groups especially in respect of people with disabilities will receive preference. Appointments will be in line with the College employment equity plan. The College reserves the right not to make an appointment in these positions Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. All successful candidates will be subjected to qualifications verification before appointment. Applicants who have not been contacted within eight weeks of the closing date of advertisement should accept that their applications were unsuccessful.

Application Submission

Please apply through www.thekwini.edu.za

We do not accept hand delivered, emailed and/or posted applications; all applications must be done on Thekwini TVET College website and upload all documents required per advert.

Enquiries

Ms Vuyiswa Madonda 031 250 8400. Ext 408

NB: All applications to include ALL required documentation as listed above. Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered.