- Company
- Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development
- Location
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Salary
- R280 278.00 per annum (plus benefits).
- Reference
- refs/056917
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026 (5 days left)
About this post
The Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development is looking for a Works Inspector- Mechanical in Johannesburg. It is a permanent post, paying R280 278.00 per annum (plus benefits)..
Section: Facilities Maintenance Services: Sub Directorate: Condition assessment
Where you will work: Head Office (Johannesburg)
Closing date: Monday, 9 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- 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.
- COMPETENCIES: 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.
What you’ll do
- 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).
Tips before you apply
- Apply online on the Gauteng Professional Job Centre (jobs.gauteng.gov.za). Register first, then open this post and click Apply. Emailed or faxed applications are not accepted.
- Quote the reference number refs/056917 on your application.
- Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
- Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.
How to apply
Apply the way the official advert says. EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
Where to apply: online on the Gauteng Professional Job Centre. Register or log in, then open this post and click Apply.
Enquiries: Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto - 076 942 4090
Closing date: Monday, 9 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
Applicants must complete the online Z83 and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). All other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. The Employment Equity targets will be taken into consideration during the selection process. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s). The employment decision shall be guided by the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. The Department is committed to promoting employment equity, including race, gender and disability representation, through the filling of this post(s). Accordingly, the transfer, promotion or appointment of candidates should contribute towards improving representativity and achieving the numerical targets set out in the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za.Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on 076 521 4118/076 942 4090. All shortlisted candidates will undertake practical assessment test, SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the…
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Source: Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development's official vacancy page (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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