WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS VACANCIES

 
REQUIREMENTS: B-degree in Urban/Town and Regional Planning or relevant qualification; Registration with SACPLAN as a Candidate Town and Regional Planner in training is compulsory upon appointment; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendations: None. Competencies: Knowledge of town and regional planning legal and operational compliance; Knowledge of town and regional planning systems and principles; Good communication skills (written and verbal) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Good computer literacy skills in Microsoft Project, Microsoft Planner, MS Office, Intranet, Internet, Arc Map GIS/Arc View GIS, AutoCAD and other relevant software packages; Project management skills; Research and development skills; Technical report writing skills; Analytical skills; Planning and organising skills; Proven problem and analysis skills; Ability to work within specific time frames, work effectively both as part of a team and independently, interpret relevant engineering legislation/policies/prescripts, standards and procedures and the ability to draft complex technical reports, memorandums and submissions. 
 
DUTIES: Perform planning functions and activities in accordance with town and regional planning principles in land development: Provide technical assistance to professional teams on all aspects regarding town and regional planning projects; Adhere to legal requirements in town and regional planning; Coordinate the implementation of development in compliance with applicable legislation and town and regional planning standards and guidelines; Provide support in the compilation and adoption of technical and planning standards, norms and guidelines; Implement planning legislation, guidelines, policies and regulations; Coordinate site clearance processes in terms of Project Execution Plans; Support the planning and design of sustainable human settlement; Provide technical assistance in the compilation of spatial development frameworks (SDF) (as part of the IDP processes); Provide assistance with tender (bid) administration; Liaise and interact with service providers; Contribute to the human resources and related activities; Maintain the record management system; Utilise resources allocated effectively; Keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on new town and regional planning expansion and renewal processes; Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on town and regional planning-related matters; Follow approved programme of development for registration purposes. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms PN Mayisela at (021) 483 2854 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 

 
 
GROUNDSMAN: WORKS INSPECTORATE REF NO: HS 2018-49 
SALARY: R96 549 per annum (Level 02) 
CENTRE: Department of Human Settlements, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Ability to read and write (Adult Basic Education and Training). Recommendations: Maintenance of workshops and cleaning of vacant land. Competencies: Planning and organising skills; Ability to work in a team under tight timelines; Ability to work irregular hours as required; Ability to work under pressure and ability to work within specific timeframes; Communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES: Site cleaning; Break down all illegal shacks and dwellings of workshops and the maintenance; Cleaning blocks of flats belonging to the Department; Support service to Head Office in Cape Town; Maintaining workshop yard, equipment and GG vehicles; Maintain and cleaning vacant land owned by Department. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr PE Southgate at (021) 826 5711 
APPLICATIONS: If you want to hand deliver the application, please use the following address: Affirmative Portfolios, Unit 14, 1st floor, 3 Canal Edge, Tyger Waterfront, Carl Cronje Drive, Bellville, 7530 or you may post it to the following postal address:, PO Box 5496, Tyger Valley Centre Parking Area, Bellville, 7536. 
 
NOTE: To apply, you must submit a manual application. Please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum) together with certified copies of ID, Academic qualifications and proof of other requirements as indicated in the advertisement. The position being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preference.