SDTM1407-6-2026 FUNCTIONAL HEAD: HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS AND FREE-STANDING HOUSES ADMINISTRATION

DEPARTMENT: REGIONAL OPERATIONS AND COORDINATION

Division: Regional Operations – Region 6

Section: Community Services – Housing and Human Settlement

Location: Mamelodi Office

Reference number

SDTM1407-6-2026

Position

FUNCTIONAL HEAD: HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS AND FREE-STANDING HOUSES ADMINISTRATION

To be advertised

Internal

External

This position seeks to attract

African female

African male

Coloured female

Coloured male

Indian female

Indian male

White female

White male

Person with disability

All categories

Job level

T15

Scale

R683 952,00 – R949 944,00 per annum

Estimated

remuneration package

R902 477,00 – R1 241 035,00 per annum

Job purpose

To provide effective and efficient property and facilities management of affordable rental housing stock, including hostels in the region

Appointment 

requirements

An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (national diploma or degree) in Property or Facilities Management, Public or Development Management or Human Settlements Management or any other study field related to the position

A project management qualification and experience will be an added advantage

At least six years’ relevant working experience in a property management, facilities management or human settlements environment  

Supervisory experience will be an added advantage

A valid Code B driving licence

Computer literacy

Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost 

Personal attributes

and/or competencies

Being ethical; good communication skills; good interpersonal relations; ability to work as part of a team; ability to pay attention to detail; ability to be professional at all times; ability to work independently at strategic level; having integrity; ability to work under pressure; flexibility; ability to meet given deadlines; exceptional and dynamic creativity to improve the functioning of the section; administrative skills; organising and coordination skills; financial management skills; project management skills; analytical thinking skills; presentation skills

Primary functions

Manage and oversee the human settlements rental portfolio to ensure effective property, facilities and tenant administration in line with municipal objectives and service delivery standards 

Ensure legislative compliance, protect the City's property interests, facilitate secure tenure for qualifying beneficiaries, manage associated risks and stakeholder relationships, and drive the efficient delivery of rental housing portfolio and ownership programmes that contribute to sustainable human settlements and improved socio-economic development

Supervise tenant management processes, including screening, allocations, lease administration, occupancy audits, tenant relations, dispute resolution and stakeholder communication

Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate operational programmes, work plans and performance measures to improve service delivery and operational efficiency

Coordinate tenant account administration with Group Financial Services and monitor rental income, arrears and revenue collection in compliance with lease agreements and credit control policies

Supervise and manage staff performance, productivity, attendance, training and development in accordance with human resources policies and procedures

Coordinate maintenance programmes, property inspections, repairs and upgrades to ensure optimal use and upkeep of municipal rental properties and assets 

Manage stakeholder relations with tenants, residents, councillors, resident committees, community structures and other stakeholders, ensuring effective communication, collaboration and timely resolution of enquiries and complaints

Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, municipal policies, governance frameworks, lease agreements and operational procedures, while identifying and mitigating operational risks 

Oversee records, information and document management systems, ensuring the secure storage, retrieval, archiving, disposal, accuracy, confidentiality and accessibility of administrative, tenant, property and financial records 

Support audit requirements by maintaining complete, accurate and readily accessible records and documentation

Facilitate and support the establishment and functioning of resident committees and promote community participation, stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution to strengthen relationships between the City and tenants

Monitor service delivery trends, operational challenges and community needs, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, effectiveness and customer service

SAP

S70030249

New/natural attrition

Natural attrition

Enquiries

Sarah Shiburi (012 358 8237)