About the Role
The Department of Infrastructure is seeking a dedicated Director of Technical Support, based in Johannesburg. This pivotal role is crucial for ensuring that built environment standards are not only developed but strictly adhered to, enhancing the quality of housing across the province. By managing the project quality assurance inspectorate, you will play an instrumental part in safeguarding the community’s interests while fostering best practices in the construction sector. Your contributions will directly impact the lives of many South Africans, ensuring that homes are built to meet the necessary regulations and standards.
In this position, you will oversee the implementation of innovative techniques and energy-efficient solutions in housing projects. Your expertise will help guide the department in adopting sustainable practices, crucial for developing resilient communities. This role not only demands technical proficiency but also a commitment to public service and the well-being of all citizens in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Infrastructure is dedicated to enhancing the built environment to serve the needs of the community effectively. With a focus on compliance with national standards and regulations, the department strives to improve housing delivery and infrastructure development across the province. Working here means being part of a mission that prioritizes quality, sustainability, and innovation, ensuring that every project contributes positively to the lives of South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the development and review of departmental norms and standards.
- Oversee the implementation of the NHBRC Home Building manual.
- Ensure adherence to building regulations through final inspections of constructed homes.
- Improve the efficiency of technical support services in engineering and architecture.
- Develop and monitor the implementation of innovative built environment practices.
- Manage the provision of alternative energy solutions and energy efficiency initiatives.
- Lead and develop the performance of the business unit, ensuring high standards of discipline.
What You’ll Need
- A Matric certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree/BTech in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Architectural Technology, or Quantity Surveying at NQF Level 7.
- A minimum of 5 years of managerial experience in infrastructure technical support services or housing delivery.
- Possession of a Pre-Entry Certificate for Senior Management Service (SMS).
- Valid driver’s license and in-depth knowledge of relevant Acts and Regulations.
- Competencies in financial management, strategic leadership, and construction quality management.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively at all management levels.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
A Matric certificate plus a Bachelor’s Degree/BTech in Civil Engineering / Architecture /Architectural Technology /Quantity Surveyor / at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA.A minimum of 5 years at Middle/Senior Managerial level experience in infrastructure technical support services in the built environment and or housing delivery in architecture/civil engineering/quantity surveying/.
Possession of a Pre-Entry Certificate for SMS.
Possession of a valid driver’s license.
The candidate should have in-depth knowledge of National Building Standards Act of 1977 and Regulations; PFMA/DoRA/ Treasury Regulations, Practice Notes, Instructions, Circulars; Construction Industry Development Board Act of 2000 and Regulations; Project and Construction Management Act of 2000.
Quantity Surveyors Profession Act of 2000.
Registration with recognised professional bodies in any of the qualifications above will be an added advantage.
Competencies & Skills: Technical design & analysis of built environment drawings.
Construction quality management in the housing and or built environment.
Competency in Green Building Standards and innovation in the built environment will be an added advantage.
Financial Management.
Strategic and Leadership management.
Change Management.
Conflict Management.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated.
Work well under pressure.
Interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple team.
Reliable and Responsible.
Positive attitude ability to communicate at all levels of management and manage multiple teams.
Job Duties
Manage the development and review of the Department norms and standards and ensure adherence to the NHBRC Home Building manual.Develop, review and monitor the implementation of built environment innovations and best practices.
Manage and improve efficiency of the project quality assurance inspectorate work engineering and architectural, technical support services in adherence to standard operating procedures.
Oversee the management of the process of final inspections on houses built to ensure compliance to building regulations, norms and standards and including standard operating procedures before payment to contractors.
Managing the process of quality inspections against designs, norms and standards building regulations.
Manage the provision of the technical support services to the Department.
Manage the development and implementation of alternative energy and monitor the implementation of Energy Efficiency initiatives and identify suitable Renewable Energy initiatives for subsidized housing in the province.
Management of the business unit.
Maintenance of discipline.
Management of performance and development.
