ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROJECT MANAGEMENT (SALARY LEVEL 9) RE-ADVERT

Salary: R.00 per annum plus 37% lieu of benefits.

Appointment Type: Contract (College Council appointment).

Duration: 1 year.

Centre: Corporate Office.

Reference Number: CORP/ASD/PM/01.

Minimum Requirements: Matric/Grade 12 Certificate plus a recognised 3 year National Diploma or Degree in Building Management, Safety Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture Construction Management, Project Management or any other relevant qualification in Engineering. A minimum of 3 to 5 years relevant work experience in facilities management, SHERQ and OHS of which 2-3 years should be on a supervisory level. Must have a valid driver's licence. Must be computer literate.

Competencies, Knowledge, and Skills: Knowledge of the TVET sector regulations and legislative framework, Public Service Act and Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety Act, fire control and facilities management systems. Demonstrated leadership, communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage the entire project lifecycle. Strong administrative, planning, organising, report writing, project management, problem solving and people management skills.

• Plan, execute and ensure the success of projects related to the development or improvement of physical infrastructure in line with the Capital Infrastructure Efficiency Grant (CIEG) requirements.
• Compile and cost maintenance plans for machinery, tools and equipment; submit to DHET and provide timely reporting to stakeholders.
• Determine and define project scope and objectives, predict resources required and manage them efficiently.
• Prepare budgets based on scope and resource requirements, and track project costs to meet budget.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules and work plans.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders regarding strategy, adjustments and progress.
• Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers, assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and measure performance to identify areas for improvement.
• Engage with all organisational levels professionally.
• Set up and manage project governing meetings at all levels of the project structure.
• Ensure stakeholders and project team members execute activities in line with the project mandate.
• Identify potential risk hazards and ensure proper signage in and around buildings to minimise risks.

Western TVET College is an equal opportunities employer and reserves the right not to fill the posts. People with disability are encouraged to apply.