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EASTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & INFRASTRUCTURE
EASTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & INFRASTRUCTURE
The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure in the Eastern Cape is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and persons with disability are encouraged to apply. Employment Equity targets of the Department will be adhered to.
PRINCIPAL ARTISAN SUPERINTENDANT: BUILDINGS
An all-inclusive remuneration package of R869 007.00 per annum (Level 12)
Ref No: DPWI 01/10/2020,
Joe Gqabi Regional Office (Sterkspruit)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: National Senior Certificate, A recognised Bachelor’s Degree/ National Diploma in the built environment, with at least ten (10) years relevant experience in the built environment of which three (3) years must be at a supervisory level. Trade test in Built environment is compulsory. A valid driver’s licence.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: - Understanding and application of the Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 85 of 1993; Promotion of Administrative Justice Act; Construction Regulations 2014; National Building Regulations and Standards Act No. 103 of 1977; SANS 10400: Application of the National Building Regulations; PW371 – A : Construction Works – General Specification; National Norms and Standards Relating to Environmental Health in terms of National Health Act, 2003 (Act no. 61 of 2003); Built Environment Codes of Conduct; Guideline for U-AMP, 2018; Public Service Regulations 2016; Public Service Management Act; Framework for Infrastructure Delivery and Procurement Management 2019;
Understanding of the: Preferential Procurement Regulation, 2017; Labour Relations Act; Public Finance Management Act No. 1 of 1999; Construction Industry Development Board Act No. 38 of 2000; Council for the Built Environment Acts No. 43 of 2000; Government Immovable Asset Management Act, No. 19 of 2007 (GIAMA); Skills:- Good verbal, writing and communication skills; Conflict Management skills; Computer literacy; Client orientation and customer focus skills; Report writing skills; Self – Management.
KPA’s: Manage in-house construction and maintenance projects Ensure implementation of buildings maintenance plans and requests. Develop project and maintenance implementation plan. Manage construction teams. Coordinate and oversee all work on site. Produce reports in respect of Depot projects implementation and coordination Manage implementation of day-to-day maintenance Ensure implementation of day to day maintenance. Develop and monitor defect register and ensure implementation Facilitate procurement of material from suppliers. Ensure projects are implemented within budget, time and quality. Manage depots operations Ensure depots are adequately resourced. Develop control measures to ensure efficient utilization of resources. Ensure implementation of District client forum resolutions. Manage development of Artisans through experiential training Manage resources Identify skills development needs and recommend training and development opportunities. Ensure effective and efficient work flow by Chief Artisans and report on all work allocated. Monitor proper utilization of stores, equipment and expenditure. Administer performance and development system.
CHAIRPERSON OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE x1 post
Ref No: DPWI 02/10/2020, Head Office
The Department calls on all independent, suitably qualified and interested persons to serve as Chairperson of the Audit Committee
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: National Senior Certificate, Postgraduate qualification in Finance or Auditing is required with at least ten (10) years’ experience in the Public Sector Audit Committees. Be a member of a recognised professional body. The Chairperson must have a strong financial, business, auditing and risk management background and appropriate experience in the audit committee environment. Be independent and have knowledge of the status of the position. Have personal qualities and abilities to lead discussions • Encourage other members to participate in AC meetings • Conducting of meetings in a manner that demonstrates a desire to establish effective communications with all stakeholders • Have extensive leadership skills and prior experience of serving on an Audit Committee of a medium to large organisation • Have the interest of the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure at heart and display the highest levels of integrity and objectivity
TERMS OF OFFICE AND REMUNERATION: The appointment is for a period of three (3) years from the date of appointment. Remuneration and appointment will be in accordance with the Provincial Treasury Instruction Note. 6 of 2014/15 Framework for Appointment and Remuneration of Audit Committee members.
AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBERS x2 posts
Ref No: DPWI 03/10/2020, Head Office
The Department calls on all independent, suitably qualified and interested persons to serve as members of the Audit Committee
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: National Senior Certificate, A tertiary qualification in either of the following fields: Finance, Auditing, Risk Management, Administration, Information Technology, Law, Property Management, Property Investment, and / or Built Environment. The department is looking for specialised skills in Property Management and Investment, and Infrastructure Development and Coordination. Members must be independent and knowledgeable of the status of the position with relevant experience in Corporate Governance and / or Financial Management, Auditing, Information and Communications Technology, Law, Risk Management, Property Management and Investment, Infrastructure Development and Coordination background •Applicants must • Demonstrate experience in participating in governance structures, and a thorough understanding of the regulatory framework within which the government operates. • Possess analytical reasoning abilities, and good communication skills. • Confirm the ability to dedicate time to the activities of the Audit Committee. • must be a member of a recognised professional body. In order to provide sound advice and up to date counsel to the Department, Audit Committee members are expected to provide their own working tools and have own processes to embark on Continuous Professional Development in line with the professional requirements of the professional bodies that they belong to.
TERMS OF OFFICE AND REMUNERATION: The appointment is for a period of three (3) years from the date of appointment. Remuneration and appointment will be in accordance with the Provincial Treasury Instruction Note. 6 of 2014/15 Framework for Appointment and Remuneration of Audit Committee members.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The oversight statutory roles of the Audit Committee in terms of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations and other applicable Regulatory Frameworks. • Conducting duties in accordance with approved Audit Committee Terms of Reference. • Help to strengthen objectivity and credibility of financial and non-financial reporting. • Monitor the performance of the Internal Audit Unit. • Monitor management’s responses to reported weaknesses, control deficiencies and make recommendations for improvement. • Review compliance with legal and regulatory provisions.
KPA’s: Manage in-house construction and maintenance projects Ensure implementation of buildings maintenance plans and requests. Develop project and maintenance implementation plan. Manage construction teams. Coordinate and oversee all work on site. Produce reports in respect of Depot projects implementation and coordination Manage implementation of day-to-day maintenance Ensure implementation of day to day maintenance. Develop and monitor defect register and ensure implementation Facilitate procurement of material from suppliers. Ensure projects are implemented within budget, time and quality. Manage depots operations Ensure depots are adequately resourced. Develop control measures to ensure efficient utilization of resources. Ensure implementation of District client forum resolutions. Manage development of Artisans through experiential training Manage resources Identify skills development needs and recommend training and development opportunities. Ensure effective and efficient work flow by Chief Artisans and report on all work allocated. Monitor proper utilization of stores, equipment and expenditure. Administer performance and development system.
CHAIRPERSON OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE x1 post
Ref No: DPWI 02/10/2020, Head Office
The Department calls on all independent, suitably qualified and interested persons to serve as Chairperson of the Audit Committee
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: National Senior Certificate, Postgraduate qualification in Finance or Auditing is required with at least ten (10) years’ experience in the Public Sector Audit Committees. Be a member of a recognised professional body. The Chairperson must have a strong financial, business, auditing and risk management background and appropriate experience in the audit committee environment. Be independent and have knowledge of the status of the position. Have personal qualities and abilities to lead discussions • Encourage other members to participate in AC meetings • Conducting of meetings in a manner that demonstrates a desire to establish effective communications with all stakeholders • Have extensive leadership skills and prior experience of serving on an Audit Committee of a medium to large organisation • Have the interest of the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure at heart and display the highest levels of integrity and objectivity
TERMS OF OFFICE AND REMUNERATION: The appointment is for a period of three (3) years from the date of appointment. Remuneration and appointment will be in accordance with the Provincial Treasury Instruction Note. 6 of 2014/15 Framework for Appointment and Remuneration of Audit Committee members.
AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBERS x2 posts
Ref No: DPWI 03/10/2020, Head Office
The Department calls on all independent, suitably qualified and interested persons to serve as members of the Audit Committee
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: National Senior Certificate, A tertiary qualification in either of the following fields: Finance, Auditing, Risk Management, Administration, Information Technology, Law, Property Management, Property Investment, and / or Built Environment. The department is looking for specialised skills in Property Management and Investment, and Infrastructure Development and Coordination. Members must be independent and knowledgeable of the status of the position with relevant experience in Corporate Governance and / or Financial Management, Auditing, Information and Communications Technology, Law, Risk Management, Property Management and Investment, Infrastructure Development and Coordination background •Applicants must • Demonstrate experience in participating in governance structures, and a thorough understanding of the regulatory framework within which the government operates. • Possess analytical reasoning abilities, and good communication skills. • Confirm the ability to dedicate time to the activities of the Audit Committee. • must be a member of a recognised professional body. In order to provide sound advice and up to date counsel to the Department, Audit Committee members are expected to provide their own working tools and have own processes to embark on Continuous Professional Development in line with the professional requirements of the professional bodies that they belong to.
TERMS OF OFFICE AND REMUNERATION: The appointment is for a period of three (3) years from the date of appointment. Remuneration and appointment will be in accordance with the Provincial Treasury Instruction Note. 6 of 2014/15 Framework for Appointment and Remuneration of Audit Committee members.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The oversight statutory roles of the Audit Committee in terms of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations and other applicable Regulatory Frameworks. • Conducting duties in accordance with approved Audit Committee Terms of Reference. • Help to strengthen objectivity and credibility of financial and non-financial reporting. • Monitor the performance of the Internal Audit Unit. • Monitor management’s responses to reported weaknesses, control deficiencies and make recommendations for improvement. • Review compliance with legal and regulatory provisions.
CLOSING DATE: 13 NOVEMBER 2020
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. NO FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
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Applications can be forwarded through one of the following options:
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & INFRASTRUCTURE
Applications for posts in Head Office Bhisho, Hand Delivery: Room 2-09, second Floor, Corner of Siwani and Independence Avenue, Qhasana Building, Bhisho, Post to: The Director: HR Practices and Administration, Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, Private Bag X0022, Bhisho, 5605. Enquiries: Ms S. Mdoda Tel: 040 602 4140 or Mr M.D Kwaza Tel 040 602 4274
Applications for posts in Joe Gqabi Region (Sterkspruit): Hand Delivery: Bensonvale College, Sterkspruit, 9762 or post to Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, Private Bag X5002, Sterkspruit, 9762. Enquiries: Mr P. Makhele or Mr. S. Dumalisile Tel: 051 611 9800.
Note: Applications must be submitted on a Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service department or on the internet at http://www.info.gov.za/documents/forms/employ.pdf Z83 which must be signed (an unsigned Z83 form will disqualify an application) and should be accompanied by a recently updated, comprehensive CV as well as originally certified copies of all qualification(s) [Matric certificate must also be attached] and ID-document and Driver’s license [where applicable]. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders must attach a copy of his/her Permanent Residence Permit to his/her application. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. All SMS appointments are subject to a competency assessment. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve (12) months. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).
NB: Females and Disabled persons are encouraged to apply to SMS positions.