Job Opportunity: Clerk of Works at eThekwini Municipality

Reference Number: ETH241018-5
Job Number: 36000892
Job Type: Permanent
Job Grade: T11
Division: Nil
Department: Development Engineering
Branch: North
Vacancy Group: Engineering Unit
Reporting To: Senior Manager (Dev Eng)(North)
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Purpose

The Clerk of Works is responsible for providing onsite quality control and support to technical staff across a wide range of civil engineering projects.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Quality Control: Ensure quality control on site and inspect contracts for compliance.
• Site Safety: Maintain site safety in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Payment Assistance: Assist with the compilation of payment certificates.
• Dispute Resolution: Help resolve disputes during site meetings.
• Training and Mentoring: Provide training, mentoring, and transfer practical knowledge and skills to emerging contractors.
• Progress Records: Keep accurate records of progress on site.
• Complaint Investigation: Investigate and report on construction-related complaints.
• Liaison: Communicate with other Departments/Units, the public, consultants, private developers, and Councillors regarding technical matters.

Competencies

• Managing Work: Effective management of tasks and priorities.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify issues and develop solutions.
• Quality Orientation: Commitment to quality standards in all work.
• Workplace Safety: Knowledge of and adherence to safety practices.
• Discipline Specific Skills: Expertise in relevant technical skills.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer Orientation: Focus on meeting the needs of clients and stakeholders.
• Accountability: Responsible for actions and decisions in the role.
• Learning Orientation: Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Essential Requirements

• Trade Tested Artisan (Plumber, Main Layer, Bricklayer, or Carpenter).
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Requirements

• National Technical Certificate (Part III) or equivalent.
• 4 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

• Housing Subsidy: Yes
• Leave: Yes
• Medical Aid: Yes
• Car Allowances: Yes
• Pension Fund: Yes
• Remuneration: R647,043.00 – R814,691.00 Per Annum
• 13th Cheque: Yes

Contact Information

Contact Name: HcSystems / HrEngRecruit
Contact Telephone: 031 322 6050 / 031 311 7749