Works Inspector - Mechanical
Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development · Gauteng
Posted 29 October 2026
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- Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto- 076 942 4090
Requirements
- A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent, or A N3 and a passed trade test in the mechanical environment, or Registration as an Engineering Technician. A valid driver's license.
- Knowledge of National Building Standards Act of 1977, Regulations and Municipal Regulations. Promotion of Access to Information Act of 2000. Promotion of Administrative Justice Act of 2000. Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007. Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. Legislation, Regulations and Guidelines pertaining to infrastructure matters in Health. PFMA 1999 and Regulations.
- SKILLS- Communication, Analytical, Problem Solving, Technical.
- ATTRIBUTES- Team worker. Proactive and resourceful. Responsive. Responsible
Duties
- Check if new and/or maintenance work undertaken on project sites are in compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation. Conduct inspections on work done, or to be done, to check that proper quality control is maintained.
- Compile an estimate of repairs and costs for minor new work and maintenance work to be undertaken. 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. Participate in the adjudication process and provide recommendations on quotations. Liaise with relevant stakeholders in respect of technical aspects. Inspect the work done by contractors to determine whether it is in compliance with all relevant prescribed standards.
- Advise and guide contractors in respect of the relevant legislation and regulations. Compile payment documents. Compile and process variation orders and requests for the extension of deadlines. Ensure effective contract administration. Develop reports on problems emanating from projects. Gather and submit information in terms of the extended public works programme (EPWP).