Beaufort West Local Municipality has opened applications for Building Control Internships 2026, offering unemployed youth from the local municipal area an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience within Infrastructure Services.
This 12 month internship programme is aimed at strengthening building control and planning capacity while giving young people real exposure to municipal infrastructure work. The programme is open to local residents only and includes opportunities for persons with disabilities.
Applications close on Tuesday, 30 January 2026 at 12h00.
Late applications will not be considered.
About Beaufort West Local Municipality
Beaufort West Local Municipality is responsible for service delivery, infrastructure planning, and regulatory functions within the Beaufort West municipal area. Through internship programmes like this one, the municipality supports skills development while improving local capacity in critical service areas.
The Building Control Internship Programme forms part of the municipality’s commitment to youth development and local economic participation.
Building Control Internship Programme Overview
The internship is hosted within the Directorate Infrastructure Services and focuses on building control, planning support, and related municipal functions.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Municipality | Beaufort West Local Municipality |
| Directorate | Infrastructure Services |
| Programme | Building Control Internships |
| Number of Posts | 5 |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Monthly Stipend | R4 500 |
| Location | Beaufort West Municipal Area |
| Closing Date | 30 January 2026 at 12h00 |
Purpose of the Internship
The programme is designed to:
- Provide unemployed youth with practical workplace exposure
- Build skills in building control and infrastructure services
- Support planning, design, and compliance functions
- Strengthen municipal service delivery capacity
Interns will work under supervision while learning how building control functions operate within a local government environment.
Who Should Apply
This internship is strictly for local residents of the Beaufort West municipal area who meet all the requirements. Applicants must be unemployed and available for the full 12 month duration.
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- National Diploma in Civil Engineering
- National Diploma in Town Planning
- National Diploma in Building Science
- N5 Building qualification
- Any civil or building related qualification with Matric
Additional requirements:
- Aged between 20 and 40 years
- Must be unemployed
- Must reside within the Beaufort West Municipal Area
- Valid South African ID
- Physically fit for field and office work
- Clear criminal record
- SAPS address confirmation or a letter from your ward councillor
Applicants who do not meet these requirements may be disqualified.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a written diagnostic assessment conducted by the Infrastructure Services Department.
Important points to note:
- Only candidates who pass the assessment will qualify for the internship
- Final selection is based on assessment results and verification checks
- The municipality reserves the right not to appoint
Documents Required
Applications must be submitted on the prescribed municipal application form and include all required documents.
You must submit:
- Cover letter
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Proof of residence from SAPS or ward councillor
Important note for shortlisted candidates:
- A stamped SAPS vetting certificate or proof of application will be required
- Failure to submit vetting documents will result in disqualification
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to Apply
Your application must be clearly marked: BUILDING CONTROL INTERNS 2026
Submission Options
You may submit your application using one of the options below.
Hand delivery:
- Sanlam Building
- Corporate Services
- 112 Donkin Street
- Beaufort West
- Human Resources Department
Email submission: erecruit@beaufortwestmun.co.za
Only this email address will be accepted for electronic submissions.
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Closing Date
The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 30 January 2026 at 12h00.
No late applications will be accepted.
If you are not contacted within one month after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries
For enquiries only, contact:
- Human Resources: 023 414 8100 or 023 414 7549
- Contact Person: Mr Adriaan Duimpies
Do not send applications to enquiry contacts.
