SENIOR PROFESSIONAL OFFICER (PLANS EXAMINING)

Closing Date: 24 June 2022
Salary: R 329 937.14 – R 428 281.14 per annum (T12)

DIRECTORATE:           ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING  

DIVISION:                   BUILDING CONTROL        

BASIC SALARY:           R 329 937.14 – R 428 281.14 per annum (T12) + MUNICIPAL BENEFITS

REF NO:                     Notice 109 of 2022

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: ● Relevant tertiary qualification in a Built environment discipline (e.g. Architecture, Civil Engineering and Quantity Surveying) ● 2-5 years relevant experience required. 

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS:  ● Computer skills (MS office applications) ● Driving License ●Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak) ● Sound interpretational  skills ● Good human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ● Ability to give attention to detail ● High level of responsibility ● Ability to work under pressure● Knowledge of SANS 10400, bylaws and National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act 103 of 1977 as amended. ● Office bound specialist Building Plan examiner.

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: To uphold the Building Regulations and applicable by-laws, policies and guidelines in the approval of building plans ● Responsible for building plan examination of new buildings, additions and renovations in terms of relevant legislation●  Provides  professional and technical support services to the customer and Division ●  Prepares, presents investigational and qualitative reports● Ensure and maintain an effective communications channel and promote sound relationships internally and externally in terms of contraventions of statutory requirements with relevant role players/stakeholders●Coordinate and control procedural administrative requirements, BPAMS, record keeping and reporting deadlines associated with the functionality●Keeps abreast of developments, legislative changes, emerging trends and latest technologies in the profession

Work related enquiries can be directed in writing to the Director: Economic Development and Planning Mr L Gericke at email: lgericke@plett.gov.za or Mr. I Varnicker at email: ivarnicker@plett.gov.za on telephone 044 501 3308. 

For general enquiries contact Mr. J Williams or Ms. L Clark on telephone no:  044 501 3148

Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.

Application forms are available on the Bitou website ((www.bitou.gov.za). A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.

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Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Please Note: 

1. ONLY hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
2. Please complete the Reference Checking Consent & Authorization Form which is available on the Municipality’s Website. (Compulsory)
3. NO LATE APPLICATIONS will be considered. Canvassing of Councillors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.

M MEMANI

MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                                                   CLOSING DATE: 24 JUNE 2022 @ 14h00p.m.

If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.