| Government Entity | City of Cape Town |
|---|---|
| Location | Cape Town, Western Cape |
| Reference Number | SPE 78/26 Ext |
| Salary | R558 042 – R586 746 p.a |
| Centre / Location | Cape Town |
| Closing Date | September 25, 2026 |
| Source and Application | careers.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