ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROJECT MANAGEMENT

POST 17/38 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROJECT MANAGEMENT REF NO: CORP/ASD/PM/01
Nature of Appointment: Contract (College Council Appointment) Re-advertisement
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09), plus 37% lieu of benefits
CENTRE : Corporate Office
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/Grade12 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 license. Must be
computer literate. Competencies, Knowledge, and Skills: Must have knowledge of the TVET sector regulations and legislative framework.
Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations, Occupational Health and
Safety Act, fire control and facilities management systems. must demonstrate leadership, communication skills, and attention to detail while managing the
entire lifecycle of the project. Should have strong administrative, planning, organising, report writing, project management, problem solving and people
management skills.
DUTIES : Successful candidates will be responsible for the planning, execution, and success of a project which includes the following responsibilities: Manage the
development or improvement of physical infrastructure to ensure college has adequate physical infrastructure and maintenance in line with Capital
Infrastructure Efficiency Grant (CIEG). Compile maintenance plan regarding machinery, tools, and equipment costing and submitted to DHET. Timeous
reporting to different stakeholders. Determine and define project scope and objectives. Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage
resources in an effective and efficient manner. Prepare budget based on scope of work and resource requirements. Track project costs to meet budget.
Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan. Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy,
adjustments, and progress. Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables. Monitor progress
of the projects. Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement.
Engage with all levels of the organisation in a professional manner. Setup and manage project governing meetings at all levels of the project structure. Ensure
that all stakeholders and project team members execute on their activities in terms of the project mandate. Identify potential risk hazards in the building and
ensure there is proper signage in and around the buildings to minimise risks.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Hlatshwayo/Mr P Motai Tel No: (011) 692 4004 Ext. 1010/1061/1062
APPLICATIONS : Please hand deliver your application or email it to ASDPM2026@westcol.co.za in a pdf format and as one attachment, quoting the relevant reference number
to the Principal, Western TVET College, Corporate Office, 42 Johnstone Street,
Randfontein, 1760.
NOTE : All applications must be accompanied by a signed and fully completed NEW Z83 form obtainable from any public service Department or DPSA website, a
comprehensive CV including at least three contactable references. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of original
documents with academic records/transcripts and other relevant supporting documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from
HR Office. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation report. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two preentry 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. Successful candidates will
be subjected to a vetting and financial disclosure process (criminal record, citizenship, qualification verification and employment verification). People living
with disability are encouraged to apply. If you have not been contacted within six months after closing date, please consider your application as
unsuccessful. Western TVET College is an equal opportunities employer and reserves the right not to fill the posts. Please ensure that the Z83 form is
completed in full. Incomplete Z83 will be disqualified.
CLOSING DATE : 05 June 2026 at 12:00.