DIRECTOR: ACADEMIC MAINTENANCE HUBS
| Job Title | DIRECTOR: ACADEMIC MAINTENANCE HUBS | Gauteng Vacancies |
| Company | Gauteng Vacancies |
| Job Reference | REFS/050076 |
| Category | Government |
| Location | Johannesburg, ZA |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 2026-06-20T16:14 |
| Closing Date | 2026-07-03T18:11 |
| Status | Open for Applications |
| Salary | ZAR 1317384 - 1551807 per year |
DIRECTOR: ACADEMIC MAINTENANCE HUBS
Job Description
Introduction
In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan for Gauteng Vacancies, People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must complete the online Z83 and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). All other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). All shortlisted candidates, including the 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.
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 retrospectivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote retrospectivity 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 right not to appoint.
If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioral preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
Responsibilities
Manage the roll out of the maintenance management system and full
capacitation of the Academic Maintenance Hubs. Monitor the updating the
maintenance management system in terms of approved plans.Manage the
provision of Category 1 and 2 electrical equipment and plant services. Manage
the provision of Category 1 and 2 mechanical and plant services. Manage the
provision of Category 1 and 2 building maintenance services.
Manage the
operation of boilers. Manage the provision of electrical, technical and building
inspectorate services. Monitor implementation of technical repairs. Oversee
the provision of suppliers and spares. Manage the customization of
specifications. Manage the monitoring of performance of suppliers and
contractors. Intervene if performance of suppliers and contractors are below
standard. Recommend payments of suppliers and contractor on completed
work. Liaise with suppliers and contractors for the work in progress. Provide
inputs to specifications for new repairs.
Oversee effective implementation of
new installations. Validate that users are trained on the use of new equipment.
Validate that maintenance management system has been updated. Monitor
compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act [OHS] in the District and
Facility Maintenance Hubs. Oversee planning for the required resources to
comply with OHS requirements. Manage implementation of OHS activities and
prepare regular progress reports in line with the legislative requirements.
Manage compliance of technical personnel in terms of all aspects pertaining to
a safe environment. Participate in the OHS committees and provide technical
guidance to OHS committee members. Mange compliance with SANS i.e.
SANS 0142 Electrical compliance; HVAC; Building regulations. Manage
compliance with Health care core standards. Align the strategic priorities and
the work plans of the unit with the priorities of DID. Manage the preparation of
the annual operation plan. Manage the implementation of risk and mitigation
plans. Develop Academic Maintenance Hub strategies and plans. Prepare and
present management reports for Academic Maintenance Hub performance.
Manage written contributions to departmental quarterly progress reports,
Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan, etc.
Sign performance agreements for subordinates based on approved Job
Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department.
Manage subordinates and maintain discipline. Manage training and
development of subordinates according to agreed training interventions.
Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for subordinates.
Manage funds in the unit in compliance with Public Finance Management Act
and the Treasury Regulations. Limit under spending or overspending by the
unit in terms of the departmental budget allocations.
Required Qualifications
An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Built Environment
(Engineering/ Construction Project Management / Architecture/ Quantity
Surveying / Town and Regional Planning) as recognized by SAQA. A minimum
of 5 years’ experience at middle / senior managerial level in the built
environment. Must be registered with the relevant Council as a Professional. A
valid driver’s license. A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate submitted prior to
appointment.
Competencies:
Knowledge of Intergovernmental Fiscal Relations
Act of 1997. Intergovernmental Framework Act of 2005. National Building
Standards Act of 1977 and Regulations. Construction Industry Development
Board Act of 2000 and Regulations. Council for Built Environment Act of 2000.
PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
Skills:
Interpersonal Relations. Conflict
management.
Communication.
Networking. Negotiation. Computer literacy.
Presentation. Analytical.
Report writing. Facilitation. Attributes: Proactive and
resourceful, Cost conscious, Quality oriented, Responsive, People oriented,
Innovative, Credible, Problem-solving ability, Strategic, Decisive, Credible and
Motivating.
How to Apply
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