VACANCY: PROJECT LIAISON OFFICER (PLO) REQUIRED FOR THE CONTRACT SANRAL N.003- 020-2023/1 FOR THE UPGRADE OF NATIONAL ROUTE 3, SECTION 2, FROM HAMMARSDALE INTERCHANGE (KM8.825) TO UITKOMST (KM15.500)

Applications are invited from suitably competent individuals to fill the position of Project Liaison Officer for Contract SANRAL N. 003-023-2019/9 on a fixed term contract. The successful incumbent will be contracted by the Project Engineer (HHO Consulting Engineers (Pty) Ltd) engaged by SANRAL for the implementation of the Project.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum qualification – Grade 12;
• Valid Driver’s License with own licensed vehicle
• Experience in either Community/Project Liaison, or Project Management, or Administration is required and must be reflected in CV (minimum of 1 year);
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) in local languages present in eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCY

• • Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) inclusive of report writing skills and minute taking;
  • Good verbal and written communication skills, including attention to detail, maintain consistency and the ability to handle confidential matters;
  • Project Planning and implementation together with problem solving and decision-making skills; Construction experience will be an advantage.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Provide Secretariat function to the Project Liaison Committee (PLC).
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the site taking direction from the Contract Engineer and Resident Engineer.
  • Facilitate and coordinate labour matters on site
  • Assist the parties to the PLC to resolve any disputes, which may occur due on the Project.
  • Other than the document records to be kept as mentioned above, the PLO is to keep records of all other documents and processes pertaining to the employment of Targeted Labour.
  • The PLO shall produce and submit a monthly report to the PLC, on PLC and other meetings attended, as well as Targeted Labour employment, issues around the project Stakeholders and affected Community matters and any other Project matters that impact on the parties to the PLC. Plan, coordinate and implement community liaison activities;

Letters of application accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae together with copies of qualifications (if applicable) and ID copies and proof of residence must be emailed to enquiries@hho.co.za (Subject – N3 Package F1 PLO Application). Closing Date: 12H00 ON 30 May 2025.

Applications will only be accepted from residents of eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality with preference given to governments priority sectors. Please be advised that verification of residence will be undertaken prior to contracting.

In addition to the application please note the following: The canvassing of Councilors and officials in respect of the above position will lead to the immediate disqualification of applicants. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo competency-based assessment and/ or interviews. Faxed and late applications WILL NOT be accepted. Should you not be contacted within two months from the closing date of this application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

Enquiries can be directed to: Mr Sheperd Shabangu – HHO Consulting Engineers – 076 079 1145