Chief Works Inspector- Mechanical

Requirements

A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent/ N3 and a passed trade test in the Mechanical environment / Registration as an Engineering Technician. A minimum of 3 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.

Key Responsibilities

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 relevant 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.

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