Manager: Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Northern Cape

Gamagara Local Municipality is actively recruiting for a Manager: Spatial Planning and Land Use Management position in Northern Cape. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Engineering / Technical sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 3 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Engineering / Technical • Location Preference: in Northern Cape

This Manager: Spatial Planning and Land Use Management role is critical in driving technological innovation and infrastructure development. Technical professionals are essential for South Africa's economic growth and digital transformation.

This role in Engineering / Technical offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Manager: Spatial Planning and Land Use Management position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Engineering / Technical field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Engineering / Technical sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Bachelor’s degree in Town Planning or equivalent; Thorough knowledge of Town and Regional planning, GIS and IDP planning processes and Local Government Sector processes; Sound knowledge of research and analytical theories and practices; Project management certificate; Registration with SACPLAN as a Professional Planner will be an added advantage; Minimum of 3 years’ experience at a supervisory level. Proficiency in MS Office applications; Code B Driving License. Excellent organizational and administrative skills; Excellent analytic and problem- solving ability; High level of integrity, responsibility and confidentiality; Have ability to give attention to detail and be able to work under pressure; Report writing; Communication Skills; Ability to deal with conflict situations; Excellent Negotiation skills.

Identifies and defines the immediate and short term objectives/ plans associated with urban design and architectural projects, land use management scheme, spatial development, GIS and building inspectorate; Manages and controls outcomes associated with utilization, productivity and performance of personnel; Keeping abreast with trends, theories and practices underlying urban and landscape architectural designs with sustainability and environmental protection as core focus areas; Determining legal action and strategies associated with non-compliance/transgressions associated to relevant legislation, e.g., National Building Regulations, Town Planning Schemes, etc; Prepares capital and operating estimates for the section and, approves and controls project related expenditure against the budget allocations; Manages the formulation of specific contracts and tender documents and controls contractual obligations; Manages and controls the professional, technical and operational outcomes related to urban design and architectural projects, land use management scheme, spatial development, GIS and building inspectorate; Manages and provides advice/ information and guidance on the principles, procedures and applications associated with building and zoning projects; Controls the planning and operational efficiency of specific approaches associated with GIS; Manages the key performance areas and result indicators associated with the Infrastructure needs through the monitoring and implementation of laid down policies, by-laws and procedures guiding town and regional planning; Disseminates strategic, functional and operational information on the immediate, short and long-term objectives and, current developments, problems and constraints.