KNYSNA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 

BUILDING INSPECTOR 

DIRECTORATE: PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 

Task Level 10: R323 952 to R420 456 (Basic Salary) 

R508 678 to R633 464 (Total Cost to Council Package per annum) 

(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 

Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

·       Minimum Qualification National Diploma in Architecture, Building Management, Building Science, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Structural Engineering as stipulated in the National Building Regulations (NQF level 6 qualification) 

·       A minimum of (5) years’ relevant post qualification experience in the building inspector industry of which at least 2 years’ experience should be as a Building Inspector in the local government sphere 

·       Must be computer literate with proficiency in the MS Office suite 

·       Must be in possession of a Valid Code EB Driver’s License and be able to utilize own reliable vehicle 

·       Must be eligible to be registered as a Peace Officer/ candidates that are registered as a Peace Officer will have an added advantage 

·       Proficient in English and at least one other official language of the Western Cape 

·       The incumbent is required to work in all weather conditions 

·       The successful incumbent must be prepared to work Overtime and attend meetings after normal office hours when required 

·       The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive, and the employer is entitled to instruct the employee at any time to carry out additional duties which are in line with the job description, or in accordance with operational requirements 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 

·       Subject to the overall direction of the Manager: Building Control, attend to inspections, monitoring and the control of all building activities and sites to ensure compliance with legislation 

·       Effective regulation, control and oversight of all building related activities 

·       Liaising and provide general advice to the public, landowners, contractors, architects, and other professionals 

·       Scrutinise and facilitate the approval of building plan applications in accordance with the National Building Regulations and standard municipal operating procedures 

·       Enforcement of regulations where violations of National Building Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety regulations, amongst others, occur 

·       Undertake the monitoring and control of hoarding and demolition conditions 

·       Inspect and examine design details and construction specifications on building plans 

·       Issuing of statutory forms and notices regarding unlawful building work and providing support in undertaking corrective measures, and other duties as may be required from time to time 

COMPETENCIES

CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 

·       Building Development Control; Building Inspectorate Customer Centricity; Legal Administration; Negotiation and influencing; Ethics and Professionalism; Good problem-solving ability and information gathering skills; Excellent verbal; written and communication skills; Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy and excellent planning, organising and time management skills; Focus on customer service with the ability to operate in a highly intensive service environment with continued pressure to deliver high quality work and service standards; ethical conduct; Candidates must be able to perform under pressure and work independently; Must be physically fit to perform the functions related to the employment requirements 

·       All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African Male and should a suitable candidate in that field not be identified, White females will be considered. 

PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification) 

·       All applications MUST be on a Knysna Municipal Application form (https://www.knysna.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Knysna-Municipality-New-Job-Application-From.pdf) accompanied by a comprehensive CV with certified copies of ID, qualifications (not older than 6 months), copy of ID, copies of training, experience, competency and previous employment record must accompany applications. 

·       Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications should be forwarded via email to: vacanciesplanning@knysna.gov.za.

·       It would be expected of candidates to be subjected to thorough evaluations and that previous and current employers and references will be contacted. Verification will be done on his/her qualifications, criminal and credit record. The candidate will be required to disclose all financial interests. 

·       Correspondence will ONLY be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Should candidates not be contacted within three months after the closing date, they may accept their application as unsuccessful. 

·       For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at 044 302 6418 or 044 302 6419. 

Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 

CLOSING DATE: 14 AUGUST 2026 

MR BOY MANQOBA NGUBO 

ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER 

The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.