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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BUILDINGS REF NO: NMMD01/2026 (X1 POST)

Provincial Administration: North West

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R 1 101 468

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

NMMD01/2026

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Department

Provincial Administration: North West

Location

District office - Mahikeng

Salary

R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), all -inclusive remuneration package

Requirements

Qualifications: National Senior Certificate plus an appropriate B-Te c h / Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Property Management or Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveyor or related field in build environment. Experience: Minimum 3-5 years’ of experience in the built environment of which 3 years should be at Middle Management Level. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge: Extensive understanding of Building in the built environment monitoring and evaluation project closure, building norms and standards, Building regulation and contracts and maintenance of various equipment. Measuring and estimating of value of works and compilation of tender documents for various Projects. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. Knowledge of government policies and planning systems. Skills: Computer (MS Word, Excel, Power Point). Management Skill. Communication skill (verbal & written). Project Management. Conflict Management Skill. Change management. Planning and Organising. Analysis and problem solving. Report writing. Planning, Design and execution. Willing to work under pressure. Ability to influence and motivate others including members of the public and client departments. Assertiveness. Problem Solving. Good planner, team builder and coordinator. Client and market orientation. Flexibility and teamwork. Receptive to suggestions and ideas. Excellent coordination. Willingness to work under pressure. Ability to meet deadlines.

Duties

Manage and provide day-to-day routine maintenance, repairs and renovations of building in the District. Deliver, repair and renovate projects in-line with Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS). Respond to infrastructure programme management plan with infrastructure programme implementation plan. Approve implementation of repair and renovations and maintenance reports. Ensure tender documents are accurate. Ensure compliance with relevant Acts, Joint Building Contract committee. Implementation of minor projects. Ensure allocation of budget for identified projects. Manage contracts and Reporting. Interact With Community, Stakeholders, Municipalities, Public Entities and Provincial Departments. Provide input on Integrated Development Plan (IDP). Manage building maintenance in service points. Manage the resources of the Sub-Directorate.

Enquiries

Mr. S.Z. Tshabangu Te l N o: (018) 388 4246

Closing Date

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About construction and built environment roles in South Africa

The construction and built environment sector is a major employer in South Africa, driven by government infrastructure spending and private development. Quantity surveyors, site managers, civil engineers, and town planners are in consistent demand. Professional registration with bodies such as SACQSP (quantity surveyors), SACAP (architects), and SACLAP (landscape architects) is required for regulated posts. Large government infrastructure projects are administered through provincial departments of Public Works.

·Include your professional registration number and body (SACQSP, SACAP, ECSA, SACLAP) prominently on your CV.
·Government built environment posts often specify CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board) contractor grading requirements for more senior roles.
·Town planning posts in local government require registration with SACPLAN and knowledge of the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act (SPLUMA).
·Project and site management roles increasingly require knowledge of the JBCC (Joint Building Contracts Committee) standard contract.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: North West. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·Qualifications: National Senior Certificate plus an appropriate B-Te c h / Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Property Management or Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveyor or related field in build environment
  • ·Experience: Minimum 3-5 years’ of experience in the built environment of which 3 years should be at Middle Management Level
  • ·A valid driver’s license
  • ·Knowledge: Extensive understanding of Building in the built environment monitoring and evaluation project closure, building norms and standards, Building regulation and contracts and maintenance of various equipment
  • ·Measuring and estimating of value of works and compilation of tender documents for various Projects
  • ·Knowledge of Public Service Regulations
  • ·Knowledge of government policies and planning systems
  • ·Skills: Computer (MS Word, Excel, Power Point)
  • ·Management Skill
  • ·Communication skill (verbal & written)

Key Duties

  • ·Manage and provide day-to-day routine maintenance, repairs and renovations of building in the District
  • ·Deliver, repair and renovate projects in-line with Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS)
  • ·Respond to infrastructure programme management plan with infrastructure programme implementation plan
  • ·Approve implementation of repair and renovations and maintenance reports
  • ·Ensure tender documents are accurate
  • ·Ensure compliance with relevant Acts, Joint Building Contract committee
  • ·Implementation of minor projects
  • ·Ensure allocation of budget for identified projects
  • ·Manage contracts and Reporting
  • ·Interact With Community, Stakeholders, Municipalities, Public Entities and Provincial Departments

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
  • Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to dpwrnmmrecruit@nwpg.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BUILDINGS REF NO: NMMD01/2026 (X1 POST) position at Provincial Administration: North West?+

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What is the salary for the DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BUILDINGS REF NO: NMMD01/2026 (X1 POST) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 101 468. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BUILDINGS REF NO: NMMD01/2026 (X1 POST) application close?+

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