Government EntityCity of Cape Town
    LocationCape Town, Western Cape
    Reference NumberSPE 78/26 Ext
    SalaryR558 042 – R586 746 p.a
    Centre / LocationCape Town
    Closing DateSeptember 25, 2026
    Source and Applicationcareers.capetown.gov.za

    Directorate: SPATIAL PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT

    Functional Area: Development Management

    Eligibility: Suitably qualified candidates

    Requirements

    A relevant National Diploma qualification as stipulated in the national building regulations; Five (5) to Eight (8) years’ experience as a Building Inspector; Eligibility for registration as a Peace Officer (Law Enforcement Officer); Knowledge of the National Building Regulations Act, Building Standards Act and all other applicable legislation; Proficiency in the full MS Suite; and A valid Code B Drivers’ License

    Duties

    Supervise the Building Inspectorate; Undertake Inspectorate duties involved in the building development process; Perform site/ counter duties; Undertake site inspections to ensure compliance with relevant legislation; Perform legal administrative functions; and Manage staff administration Development Management is recruiting positions available in both a new Strategic Development Hub (SDH) as well as in its 8 District offices. Strategic Development Hub The new Strategic Development Hub will provide a dedicated, specialist service for high-value and high-impact development applications, ensuring that projects of strategic importance to the City receive focused coordination and the appropriate level of technical expertise. The Hub, based in Cape Town Central Business Area for the time being, will manage complex private-sector and public-sector developments through a coordinated, multi-disciplinary model, with dedicated capacity to streamline decision-making, resolve interdepartmental issues and provides a relationship-led interface with applicants. This differentiated approach will enable the City to align its resources and governance to the scale, complexity and strategic value of major developments, while improving certainty, coordination and turnaround times.

    Source / Circular Reference

    careers.capetown.gov.za