DEVELOPMENT BANK OF SOUTHERN AFRICA (DBSA)

 

 

 

HEAD: LEGAL

 

Details

Closing Date

2026/06/25

Reference Number

DBS260611-1

Job Title

Head: Legal

Job Type Classification

Contract

Location - Town / City

Centurion

Location - Province

Gauteng

Location - Country

South Africa

Job Profile (Downloadable)

Head Legal May 2026.doc.pdf (0.87 Mb) - 6/11/2026 4:09:12 PM

 

Job Description

The Head of Legal is a critical, strategic leadership function located within the Independent Power Producer Office (IPPO). Reporting directly to the Head: IPPO, the successful incumbent will be responsible for leading the legal architecture, contract structures, and regulatory compliance necessary to deliver South Africa’s alternative energy source procurement programmes portfolio.

About the IPP Office (IPPO)

Established in 2010, the IPP Office provides rapid solutions to South Africa’s severe electricity supply constraints by procuring new energy generation capacity from Independent Power Producers (IPPs). Operating as a specialized project office, the IPPO is hosted by the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) under a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between theDepartment of Electricity and Energy (DEE), National Treasury, and the DBSA.

The IPPO is globally and domestically recognized for its skills and success in delivering on three core mandates: 

  • IPP Energy Procurement Management
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, and Contract Management
  • Professional Advisory Services 

This executive role has been necessitated to provide robust governance, institutional risk mitigation, and commercial legal frameworks across a massive multi-billion rand portfolio of complex IPP Programmes. The Head of Legal ensures strict statutory compliance and flawless transactional execution for diverse technologies including Renewable Energy, Battery Energy Storage, Gas to Power, and Hybrid energy facilities as well as transmission.

 

Key Responsibilities

The Head of Legal will be responsible for the following key performance areas - including but not limited to:

1. Develop and interpret the legal strategy aligned and integrated with the overall IPP Office Strategy.

•Contribute to the development of the overall IPP Office Strategy

•Develop the 5-year Legal Strategy for the IPP Office.

•Formulate broad goals and new ways of addressing legal challenges within the IPPO programmes, in collaboration with all relevant functions and parties.

•Ensure Integration of multi-dimensional functions within the IPP Office.

•Manage the determination of the legal policies and tactical optimisation.

•Translate the IPP Office and legal strategic initiatives into the required functional legal policies, systems and resources.

•Oversee the appointment and management of legal advisor firms.

2.Ensure the execution of the legal strategy to enable the overall IPP Office strategy.

•Establish the annual Legal Strategic Plan (SP) and Legal Annual Performance Plan (APP)

•Interpret and align the legal strategy into overall business plans and budgets to enable achievement of the IPP Office goals

•Present and obtain approval for the IPP Office Legal Unit SP and APP from the Head of the IPP Office.

•Ensure the preparation and approval of the Legal input into the Programme Implementation Guide.

•Provide legal advisory support to the IPP Procurement, Implementation Programmes and interventions as informed by various stakeholder mandates.

•Manage litigation, arbitration, mediation, and dispute resolution processes and coordinate with external legal counsel.

•Project manage legal strategic initiatives in the IPP Office at a high level.

•Plan and manage the recommended resource requirements (people, process and technology).

•Ensure internal legal controls and policies are implemented.

•Manage and implement new high-level legal processes to maturity.

•Consolidate quarterly and monthly legal feedback into relevant reports.

3.Build and maintain strategic partnerships

•Create and leverage relationships with key external and internal stakeholders to enable the success of the strategies.

•Develop partnerships with key IPP’s/transaction advisory firms/regulatory bodies / relevant government organisations and government officials etc. to build sustainable long term legal solutions for the IPP Office programmes and mandates.

•Network to identify appropriate and advantageous contacts with regard to the legal.

•Support the DEE and other stakeholders in respect of the IPP Procurement Programme and Interventions.

4. People enablement.

•Communicate a compelling vision to gain commitment to the overall objectives.

•Model high performance behaviour in line with the leadership principles internally and externally.

•Create the conditions that enable the team to perform (e.g. team spirit, providing the right structure, involving the team in decision making).

•Suggest appropriate development interventions that will be helpful for the future career advancement of subordinates.

•Monitor development progress of individuals and the organisation regularly.

•Coach and develop leaders/successors personally.

•Inspire people and ensure that individuals have the space to contribute fully to the achievement of business objectives.

•Source and manage scarce specialist skills and resources.

•Establish, implement and maintain a program of work.

•Establish and monitor performance standards with direct reports.

•Provide regular feedback regarding staff performance.

•Ensure that staff are trained and fully conversant with the systems and the applications they use.

•Identifying needs for skills and capacity.

•Utilise all resources, optimally, effectively and efficiently.

•Identify and develop talent and grow the IPP Office competence.

 

Expertise & Technical Competencies

The role requires: 

•LLB or equivalent Degree. Post Graduate qualification is advantageous.

•At least 10 - 12 years’ post-qualification (post admission) experience, with specific experience in Infrastructure Public Sector Procurement / Transactional / Large Capital /  Commercial project, preferably in Energy.

•Extensive experience in procurement law, infrastructure contracting and regulatory compliance, with a proven track record in managing complex high-value projects and   stakeholder engagements within the private and public sector.

•5-8 years’ experience at Senior Managerial Level

The successfull incumbent must have:

•In-depth understanding of South African energy policies and legislation and the application thereof

•Dual knowledge and understanding of Public and Private Sector interests

•Thorough knowledge and understanding of both the South African Energy and Renewable Energy sectors

•Broad knowledge and understanding of the socio-economic environment in South Africa

•Public procurement legislation and regulations applicable to the IPP Office, including:

oPFMA Act

oPAJA Act

oPPPF Act

oPAIA Act

oNational Energy Regulator Act

oElectricity Regulation Act

oBBBEE Act

oNEM Act

•Knowledge of IPP principles, practices and policies pertinent to the Energy industry generally and more specifically the Electricity supply industry

•Deep understanding of relevant Financial Services legislation and the wider Infrastructure Finance environment

•Deep commitment to the highest overt ethical, legal and moral standards

•Broad-based understanding of Public Private Partnerships within RSA

 

Required Personal Attributes

The successful incumbent should have a demonstrated history of these skills: 

•Exceptional Planning and Organisational Skills

•Advanced Negotiation skills

•Advanced Interpersonal Agility skills

•Strong Leadership skills

•Strong Analytical and Conceptual skills

•Strong Time Management skills

•Strong Communication Skills

•Change Management

•Advanced contract drafting and negotiation.

•Legal risk assessment and mitigation.

•Procurement advisory expertise

•Regulatory interpretation and compliance management.

•Litigation and dispute management.

•Policy development and legal research

as well as these behavioural attributes:

•Ability to Delegate

•Ability to Influence

•Ability to Work Under Pressure

•Ability to Work Independently

•Achievement Orientation

•Adaptability and Versatility

•Analytical Acumen

•Assertiveness

•Attention-to-Detail

•Business Acumen

•Consultative

•Cross-Cultural Sensitivity

•Diplomacy

•Discretion

•Integrity

•Personal Drive

•Solutionist Thinker

•Team Player

 

Policy

The Development Bank of Southern Africa will endeavor to make appointments in line with its Employment Equity Policy and Plan. Applications from suitably qualified designated groups, especially people with disabilities, are encouraged.

The DBSA corporate culture fit requires clear, logical and analytical thinking grounded in good interpersonal skills, a sense of urgency and results orientated execution of duties. The ability to work collaboratively and finding practical yet innovative solutions is critical to success in a work environment that demands emotional resilience, accountability and responsible risk taking and management.

The DBSA reserves the right to amend or remove vacancies in line with organisational requirements.

All vacancies can be viewed on the DBSA website (www.dbsa.org) under Careers.

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE

 

 

  

 


 

 

                     

 

PLUMBER

Details

Closing Date

2026/06/25

Reference Number

DBS260605-1

Job Title

Plumber

Job Grade

00

Job Type Classification

Permanent

Location - Town / City

Gauteng

Location - Province

Gauteng

Location - Country

South Africa

Job Profile (Downloadable)

Plumber_Job Profile March 2026 Final.docx.pdf (269.59 kb) - 6/5/2026 9:15:47 AM

 

Job Description

The Plumber is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems and infrastructure across the Bank’s facilities. This includes water supply, sanitation, solar/electrical geysers and drainage systems. The role maintains plumbing operations that are compliant with health, safety, and building regulations, and supports the organisation’s operational continuity by responding to emergencies, conducting preventative maintenance, and contributing to infrastructure upgrades.

 

Key Responsibilities

Plumbing Maintenance and Repairs

  • Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance of plumbing systems across multiple buildings and extensive site infrastructure.
  • Repair leaks, blockages, and faulty fixtures, including taps, toilets, pipes, and geysers.
  • Maintain water supply and drainage systems to ensure reliable and uninterrupted service.
  • Plan and prioritise plumbing maintenance activities in line with operational requirements and building schedules.
  • Manage plumbing systems within ageing infrastructure, implementing durable and practical solutions.
  • Respond promptly to plumbing emergencies such as burst pipes, flooding, and major blockages, including afterhours callouts to minimise disruption and damage.
  • Maintain readiness for urgent callouts, including after-hours emergencies, and respond in a solution-oriented manner to ensure the efficient use of available resources.
  • Diagnose plumbing problems, analyse potential solutions, and implement effective corrective actions.
  • Keep abreast of new plumbing technologies, tools, and industry practices and recommend improvements to plumbing infrastructure and work processes.

Installation and Upgrades

  • Install new plumbing systems, pipelines, and fixtures during building upgrades, refurbishments, or new installations.
  • Replace outdated or damaged plumbing components to improve system reliability and efficiency.
  • Verify that all installations comply with applicable SANS plumbing standards and municipal regulations.
  • Work with contractors and project teams to support infrastructure development and renovation projects.
  • Test and commission newly installed plumbing systems to confirm functionality and compliance.

Compliance and Document Management

  • Keep abreast of all plumbing regulations and ensure all plumbing work is carried out in accordance with all applicable regulations.
  • Adhere to relevant SANS plumbing standards, municipal bylaws, and organisational policies.
  • Maintain accurate records of plumbing inspections, repairs, installations, and maintenance activities.
  • Support internal audits and compliance reviews related to facilities and plumbing infrastructure.
  • Document maintenance activities, repair logs, and installation details for operational transparency.
  • Report on plumbing system performance, material usage, and incidents to the Facilities Manager.
  • Maintain proper documentation within the organisation’s document management systems to ensure traceability and accountability.

Inventory and Tools Management

  • Maintain plumbing tools, equipment, and machinery in safe and operational condition.
  • Monitor plumbing materials and supplies to ensure adequate stock levels.
  • Manage the inventory of spare parts and plumbing components required for plumbing work and ensure costeffective use of plumbing materials and prevent wastage.
  • Facilitate timely procurement or replenishment of plumbing supplies where required.

Stakeholder Engagement and Support

  • Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, tenants, and external service providers.
  • Provide responsive, reliable, and high-quality plumbing services across organisational facilities.
  • Address plumbing-related inquiries and service requests promptly and professionally.
  • Communicate clearly with stakeholders regarding plumbing issues, repair timelines, and service disruptions.
  • Support a customer-focused service environment by proactively addressing plumbing concerns.

Key Measurements of Outputs

  • Number and quality of plumbing inspections, repairs, and maintenance tasks completed
  • Timeliness and effectiveness of emergency response interventions
  • Compliance with SANS plumbing standards, municipal regulations, and organisational policies
  • Accuracy and completeness of plumbing documentation and maintenance logs
  • System uptime and reliability of water supply and drainage infrastructure
  • Cost-efficiency in resource usage and inventory management
  • Condition and availability of plumbing tools and equipment
  • Stakeholder satisfaction with plumbing services and responsiveness
  • Number and quality of new installations and upgrades completed
  • Resolution rate of plumbing issues and service requests
  • Identification and mitigation of plumbing-related risks and challenges

 

Expertise & Technical Competencies

Minimum Qualification

  • Plumbing Trade Test Certificate, including completion of a 3-year apprenticeship
  • Solar geyser certificate/accreditation
  • Motor vehicle driver’s licence.
  • Registration with the Plumbing Industry Registration Board (PIRB) and a valid Plumbing Licence.

Minimum Experience

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in plumbing maintenance, installation and repairs within commercial, industrial or large-scale facilities environments.
  • Demonstrated experience in maintaining plumbing systems across large, multi-building sites (e.g. office parks, campuses, or facilities with extensive grounds), including ageing or legacy infrastructure.
  • Proven track record in diagnosing complex plumbing faults and implementing effective, sustainable repair solutions.
  • Demonstrated experience in solar geyser, heat pump, and hydro boiler repairs and maintenance.
  • Proven experience in developing, implementing, and executing preventative maintenance plans, particularly in environments with older infrastructure.
  • Sound understanding of SANS plumbing standards and relevant municipal regulations.
  • Experience responding to plumbing emergencies and conducting preventative maintenance within commercial or industrial facilities.
  • Familiarity with record-keeping and document management systems.

Desirable Requirements

  • Experience in working with multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure projects.
  • Knowledge of water conservation practices and sustainable plumbing solutions.
  • Familiarity with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) or environmental compliance.
  • Qualification in facilities maintenance or building services.

 

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Facilities Management

  • Basic knowledge and understanding of facility operation and maintenance (buildings management, maintenance, fixed assets, health and safety, landscaping, security, contract coordination, etc.).
  • Ability to undertake straightforward tasks related to facilities management.
  • Ability to deal with straightforward queries and issues related to facilities management.

Lifecycle Building and Maintenance Planning

  • The capability to develop and integrate preventative, predictive, and lifecycle maintenance strategies into infrastructure asset planning to optimise cost, safety, and operational performance.

Project Management

  • Demonstrates an understanding of the key principles of project management and carries out some aspects, such as defining objectives.
  • Assists project management teams in an administrative capacity.

Quality Management

  • Ability to develop quality management plans and inspection protocols. Implements systems and processes to ensure quality is built into the design and planning stages and conducts audits and reviews to verify compliance with standards.

Reporting

  • Prepares standard reports on relevant subjects with guidance.
  • Collates and conducts simple analyses of data for inclusion in a report.

 

 

 

Required Personal Attributes

 

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Attention to Detail

  • Follows established guidelines, processes and policies when doing the work.

Driving Delivery of Results

  • Identifies a business opportunity or a barrier to performance and takes action to address it.
  • Improves cost effectiveness and efficiencies.

Teamwork and Cooperation

  • Shares information to keep other team members up-to-date and enables them to do their jobs.
  • Is considered a “team player,” putting team objectives ahead of one’s personal agenda when working within a group setting.
  • Is willing to undertake work that is outside their own accountability to help the team achieve its objectives.

Customer Service Orientation

  • Views others, including colleagues, as customers and wants to meet their needs.
  • Keeps the customer informed of relevant developments or changes.
  • Gains the trust of customers by maintaining clear, two-way communication regarding mutual expectations and satisfaction with service.
  • Admits possible errors or mistakes to customers.

Interpersonal Understanding

  • Listens intently to others.
  • Does not interrupt others.
  • Demonstrates listening by reflecting on what another has said. Understands verbal content.

Achievement Orientation

  • Undertakes challenging assignments and strives to complete them.
  • Sets priorities and chooses goals based on calculated costs, anticipated benefits and improvement of performance.
  • Aims at exceptional performance; setting out to achieve a unique standard.
  • Constantly analyses outcomes to ensure the achievement of business goals.
  • Identifies short-term opportunities or potential problems, aiming to achieve better outcomes

*The KPA’s, competencies and relationships listed in this document are not exhaustive, and the incumbent will be expected to undertake additional duties within their capacity to meet the needs of business and/or the business unit.

 

Policy

The Development Bank of Southern Africa will endeavour to make appointments in line with its Employment Equity Policy and Plan. Applications from suitably qualified designated groups, especially people with disabilities, are encouraged.

The DBSA corporate culture fit requires clear, logical and analytical thinking grounded in good interpersonal skills, a sense of urgency and results orientated execution of duties. The ability to work collaboratively and finding practical yet innovative solutions is critical to success in a work environment that demands emotional resilience, accountability and responsible risk taking and management.

The DBSA reserves the right to amend or remove vacancies in line with organisational requirements.

All vacancies can be viewed on the DBSA website (www.dbsa.org) under Careers.

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE