Circular 27 of 2026 · Post 27/94

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FACILITIES & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (X3 POSTS)

Eastern Cape Department of Public Works & Infrastructure

  • ProvinceEastern Cape
  • LevelLevel 11
  • AdvertCombined vacancy information
Closing date: 15 days remaining

Job details

Circular
27 of 2026
Page No.
10–11
Circular Post
27/94
Department
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works & Infrastructure
Province
Eastern Cape
Closing date
17 August 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R932 292 per annum (Level 11)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Vacancy information

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Centre
East London Ref No: DPWI 08/07/2026 Mount Ayliff Ref No: DPWI 09/07/2026 Gqeberha Ref No: DPWI 10/07/2026
Reference information
DPWI 10/07/2026
Salary information
R932 292 per annum (Level 11)

Requirements

  • National Senior Certificate, B Degree in Real Estate/ Built Environment/ Facilities Management/ (NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA), with 3 years’ experience as Assistant Director in Facilities Management/ Property Management.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • Knowledge and Skills: In depth knowledge & understanding of Legislative Framework that Governs Public Service: (PSR, PFMA, PSA, SCM prescripts), Knowledge of Facilities &
  • Property Management.
  • Knowledge & understanding of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations, National Strategic Intelligence Act, Minimum Information Security Standards, Minimum Physical Security Standards, Promotion of Access to Information Act, Departmental Strategic Planning, Departmental Annual Performance Plan, Policies and Procedures, Government Programmes, Provincial Growth &
  • Development Plan for the Eastern Cape, Knowledge and understanding of all other HR related public sector legislation & procedures, Stakeholder and customer relationship management principles, Project and contract management skills, Risk management and compliance knowledge, Strong leadership and decisionmaking abilities, Communication and stakeholder engagement skills, Citizen Focus and Responsiveness, Applied Technology Basics, Applied Strategic Thinking, People Management, Networking and Building Bonds, Diversity Management, Report Writing, Computer Literacy, Negotiation, Presentation, Analytical, Budget and Financial Management, Strategic Management, Motivational, Conflict Resolution / Problem Solving.

Duties

  • Facilitate Provision of Condition Assessments, identify properties to be assessed, Facilitate the process of condition assessment, Receive completed reports from inspectorate, identify properties to be renovated, Ensure the safe keeping of records.
  • Maintain State-Owned Buildings, Compile the list of properties to be maintained, Liaise and forward the list to inspectorate/ maintenance, Facilitate the maintenance process, Ensure completion of projects under facilities section.
  • Manage Provision of Cleaning Services, Manage identification and recommendation of properties requiring cleaning services, Manage facilitation of procurement processes for cleaning service providers in line with SCM prescripts, manage placement and coordination of appointed service providers to ensure effective cleaning service delivery, Manage monitoring of contractor performance, compliance with service level agreements, and approval of payments.
  • Manage Provision of Gardening and Beautification Services, Manage identification and recommendation of properties requiring gardening and beautification services, Manage facilitation of procurement processes for gardening and related service providers in line with SCM prescripts, Manage placement and coordination of appointed service providers to ensure effective service delivery, Manage monitoring of contractor performance, compliance with service level agreements, and approval of payments.
  • Manage Provision of Office Accommodation to Client Departments, Manage accommodation needs assessments with client departments, Manage identification and optimal utilisation of state and leased properties, including development of C-AMPs and U-AMPs in line with GIAMA, Manage stakeholder relations with user departments regarding office accommodation, Manage monitoring of immovable asset performance and utilization, Manage inspections of office buildings and implementation of corrective measures where necessary, Manage reporting on accommodation provision and asset performance.
  • Manage Implementation of Total Security Management in The District, Manage implementation of physical security measures, policies and procedures, Manage and implement personnel & information security, Manage and investigate security breaches in the district, Manage security services for the district, Manage The Allocated Resources, Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent, work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness, Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager, Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities, Ensure timeously development of job description and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the sub-directorate, Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates, Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.

Enquiries

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

  • Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any eRecruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: e-recruitmentbhisho@ecdpw.gov.za. Do not send any applications to this email address
  • should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 MonThursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Hand-delivered/ E-Mailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted.

Notes and Z83 guidance

East London: (Preference will be given to African Male) Mount Ayliff: (Preference will be given to Coloured Male with Disability) Gqeberha: (Preference will be given to Coloured Female)

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POST 27/94 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FACILITIES & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (X3 POSTS)
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11)
CENTRE : East London Ref No: DPWI 08/07/2026 Mount Ayliff Ref No: DPWI 09/07/2026
Gqeberha Ref No: DPWI 10/07/2026
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, B Degree in Real Estate/ Built Environment/ Facilities Management/ (NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA), with 3 years’
experience as Assistant Director in Facilities Management/ Property
Management. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge and Skills: In depth knowledge & understanding of Legislative Framework that Governs Public
Service: (PSR, PFMA, PSA, SCM prescripts), Knowledge of Facilities &
Property Management. Knowledge & understanding of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations, National Strategic Intelligence Act, Minimum
Information Security Standards, Minimum Physical Security Standards,
Promotion of Access to Information Act, Departmental Strategic Planning,
Departmental Annual Performance Plan, Policies and Procedures,
Government Programmes, Provincial Growth & Development Plan for the
Eastern Cape, Knowledge and understanding of all other HR related public sector legislation & procedures, Stakeholder and customer relationship
management principles, Project and contract management skills, Risk management and compliance knowledge, Strong leadership and decisionmaking abilities, Communication and stakeholder engagement skills, Citizen
Focus and Responsiveness, Applied Technology Basics, Applied Strategic
Thinking, People Management, Networking and Building Bonds, Diversity
Management, Report Writing, Computer Literacy, Negotiation, Presentation,
Analytical, Budget and Financial Management, Strategic Management,
Motivational, Conflict Resolution / Problem Solving.
DUTIES : Facilitate Provision of Condition Assessments, identify properties to be assessed, Facilitate the process of condition assessment, Receive completed
reports from inspectorate, identify properties to be renovated, Ensure the safe keeping of records. Maintain State-Owned Buildings, Compile the list of
properties to be maintained, Liaise and forward the list to inspectorate/ maintenance, Facilitate the maintenance process, Ensure completion of
projects under facilities section. Manage Provision of Cleaning Services,
Manage identification and recommendation of properties requiring cleaning services, Manage facilitation of procurement processes for cleaning service
providers in line with SCM prescripts, manage placement and coordination of appointed service providers to ensure effective cleaning service delivery,
Manage monitoring of contractor performance, compliance with service level agreements, and approval of payments. Manage Provision of Gardening and
Beautification Services, Manage identification and recommendation of
properties requiring gardening and beautification services, Manage facilitation of procurement processes for gardening and related service providers in line
with SCM prescripts, Manage placement and coordination of appointed service providers to ensure effective service delivery, Manage monitoring of contractor
performance, compliance with service level agreements, and approval of payments. Manage Provision of Office Accommodation to Client Departments,
Manage accommodation needs assessments with client departments, Manage identification and optimal utilisation of state and leased properties, including
development of C-AMPs and U-AMPs in line with GIAMA, Manage stakeholder relations with user departments regarding office accommodation, Manage
monitoring of immovable asset performance and utilization, Manage inspections of office buildings and implementation of corrective measures
where necessary, Manage reporting on accommodation provision and asset performance. Manage Implementation of Total Security Management in The
District, Manage implementation of physical security measures, policies and procedures, Manage and implement personnel & information security, Manage
and investigate security breaches in the district, Manage security services for the district, Manage The Allocated Resources, Maintain high standards by
ensuring that the team / section produces excellent, work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness, Resolve problems of motivation and control with
minimum guidance from manager, Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford
staff adequate training and development opportunities, Ensure timeously development of job description and implementation of Work Plans and
Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the sub-directorate,
Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance
Assessments of all subordinates, Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. L. Magqaza at 069 007 4868/ Mr Z. Tana at 064 754 8464 e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za
NOTE : East London: (Preference will be given to African Male) Mount Ayliff: (Preference will be given to Coloured Male with Disability)
Gqeberha: (Preference will be given to Coloured Female)

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