Government EntityCity of Cape Town
    Reference NumberSPE 79/26 Ext
    SalaryR616 161 – R665 482 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; More than 8 years’ building industry experience; A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate supervisory experience; Eligibility for registration as a Peace Officer (Law Enforcement Officer); Knowledge of the National Building Regulations, Building Standards Act, and other applicable legislation; Knowledge of the criminal prosecution process; Computer literacy in MS Office applications; Willingness to work flexible hours; and A valid Code B Driver’s license.

    Duties

    Supervise the building inspectorate; Undertake duties involved in the building development process; Perform site/counter duty; Undertake site inspections to ensure compliance with relevant legislation; Perform legal administrative functions; Manage staff administration; and make recommendations regarding building plan applications, as and when required 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

    Source / Circular Reference

    careers.capetown.gov.za