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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PROJECTS -INFRASTRUCTURE DELIVERY AND WORK INSPECTION (4 POSTS)

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH • Provincial Office (Polokwane) • Ref: POST 37/113

Salary

R896 436 per annum

Requirements

    Qualifications and Competencies: An appropriate Degree in Engineering.
    Experience in health care infrastructure or similar complex environment. Three
    (3) years’ experience post qualification or a National Diploma / Diploma in
    engineering with proven completion of practical experience plus at least Six (6)
    years’ experience in a health infrastructure environment or similar complex
    environment. For all applicants, a certificate in any of the following fields will be
    an added advantage: project management, facility management, health facility
    planning, environmental management, maintenance management, infection
    control or health and safety Inherent requirements of the job: Computer literacy
    including MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Virtual meeting platforms
    literacy. Valid driver’s license (Code 08). The successful applicants must be
    prepared to travel extensively throughout the province and work longer hours.
    Main Role: To manage the delivery of the health infrastructure programmes
    and projects in line with the Provincial IDMS. The ideal candidate must guide
    and operate within all applicable legislation, policies, frameworks and
    instruction note. Knowledge and Skills: Proven experience in managing
    complex projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring. Strong
    leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide project teams. Excellent
    written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively
    communicate with diverse stakeholders. Ability to analyze complex situations,
    identify problems, and develop effective solutions. Understanding of financial
    principles and the ability to manage project budgets. Familiarity with project
    management software and tools. Good communication, report writing,
    facilitation, co-ordination and analytical skills.

Duties

    Key Performance Areas: Make inputs in the preparation of the construction
    procurement strategy and the Infrastructure Programme Management Plan.
    Prepare packages/individual project briefs. Make inputs to different projects
    stage reports & designs Contribute to the review and acceptance of the
    Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plan. Monitor the implementation of
    programmes/projects. Develop and implement project plans, timelines, and
    budgets, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope. Prepare
    and manage procurement, commissioning, decommissioning and training
    plans for the allocated projects. Identify and mitigate potential risks associated
    with projects, minimizing potential negative impacts. Ensure that project
    deliverables meet established quality standards and requirements. Assist to
    manage the interface between the end-user/community structures and
    Implementing Agent[s]. Collaborate with the Maintenance and Engineering
    Services in the execution of projects. Communicate project status and updates
    to stakeholders, both internal and external. Contribute to the development and
    implementation of project management methodologies and best practices.
    Provide input into the performance appraisals of project team members.
    Manage project budgets and expenditures, ensuring responsible financial
    oversight. Load project documents and update information on the data
    management system. Manage human, physical and financial resources.

Enquiries

Ms Mompei MM at Tel No:
015 293 6126 /Ms Sebake RL at 015 293 6426, Ms Sebola MF at 015 293 6002
and Ms Mothiba JT during office hours.

How to Apply

The applications should be submitted on the website: www.ldoh.gov.za

Source: PSV CIRCULAR 37 OF 2025 • Posted: 2025-10-12 • Closing: 2025-10-24