Assistant Director: Utilisation and Contract Administration
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
- Location
- Pretoria Regional Office, Gauteng
- Salary
- R605 742 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 09 Oct 2026
Posted today
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- Management / executive
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
How to apply
Apply by email
How to apply: for the position of Assistant Director: Utilization and Contract Administration must be emailed to: RecruitPTA26-54@dpw.gov.za Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 of 2026, post 34/87, ref 2026/340 (This is readvertisement of PSVC 16 of 2026, Ref No: 2026/196-people who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply). Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
Email: RecruitPTA26-54@dpw.gov.za
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Job description
Requirements:
A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 06) / National Diploma in Real Estate Management Services, Property Management, Town and Regional Planning. Relevant years of experience in property management and Property Management Information System (PMIS). A valid driver’s license and must be prepared to travel. Knowledge of Government Immovable Asset Management Act (GIAMA); Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Broad- Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE), Property Law, Treasury Regulation. Knowledge of the Property Management Information System (PMIS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) will be an added advantage. High degree of computer literacy, good communication and interpersonal skills, Report writing skills, analytical skills, Accounts and Numerical Skills. Ability to work under stressful conditions.
Duties:
Conduct physical verification to ensure that state owned properties are utilized efficiently and optimally. Verify property details and maintain the Property Management Information System (PMIS). Keep track of developments in property management trends. Liaise with all relevant stakeholders and units to ensure that property information is captured correctly and in good time. Ensure State properties are adequately secured to prevent illegal occupation and vandalism and take rectification action where necessary. Take measures against unlawful occupations. Identify and ensure properties to be cleared of overgrown vegetation and to clear fire breaks. Liaise with all spheres of Government (s) in respect of property related matters. Negotiate with potential tenants and conclude lease agreements in line with the requirement of PFMA, Treasury Regulations and other prescripts and policies of the Department. Manage the implementation of the conditions of lease agreements, particularly regarding contract milestones. Carry out debt management functions. Conduct budget for the unit. Investigate the utilization potential of State properties. Attend relevant committees in the performance of your duties. Undertake site visits and conditions surveys to determine utilization potentials. Participate in the letting-out process of the Department. Facilitate the processing and issuance of relevant documentation in respect of land development applications and landowners’ consent by the delegated authority. Ensure the optimal utilization of State properties. Facilitate cost determinations and verifications. Identify superfluous State-owned property for disposal. Supervise employees to ensure effective delivery service. General supervision of employees. Allocate duties and perform quality control on the work delivered by supervisees. Assist in the preparation of reports to top management and all relevant stakeholders. Liaise with client departments to ensure optimal utilization of State-owned properties and to determine their needs and reserve properties to Client departments. Supervision of staff and management performance.
Enquiries: Mr. ST Tshilwane Tel No: (012) 310 5127
Reference number: 2026/340 (This is readvertisement of PSVC 16 of 2026, Ref No: 2026/196-people who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply)