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Housing Development Agency (HDA) Temporary Assistant Town Planner (North-West) Vacancy 2026

Housing Development Agency (HDA)

Construction (CETA)

Deadline Passed

Monthly stipend

Not stated

Closing date

03 Jul 2026

Opportunity: Contract
Minimum education: Degree (NQF 7)
Location: North West
SETA: PSETA
Posted: 01 Jul 2026

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Opportunity Overview

The Housing Development Agency (HDA) is offering a 6-month fixed-term contract opportunity for a Temporary Assistant Town Planner based in North West. This role is crucial in supporting the HDA's mandate to identify, assess, and plan for human settlement developments across the region.

As an Assistant Town Planner, you will contribute to various stages of land acquisition and development. This includes researching suitable land, conducting detailed suitability assessments, and providing essential support for development applications to ensure successful housing projects.

Minimum Requirements

A relevant diploma or degree in Town Planning.
1 to 2 years of experience within the built environment.
Sound knowledge and understanding of deeds information.
Experience in the compilation of Spatial Plans, such as Upgrading Master Plans or PDA Development Plans.
Knowledge of GIS and AutoCAD or related spatial information systems is an advantage.
Knowledge of human settlements development is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Implement criteria for identifying appropriate land and properties for the HDA.
Collect statistical data and prepare reports and maps related to land use and census information.
Collate and compile land record information to support land identification for human settlement developments.
Research opportunities and assess the viability of land in line with HDA criteria and strategy.
Engage with stakeholders regarding pre-identified land.
Assess land potential based on approved pre-acquisition feasibility models, including geotechnical, land use, environmental, financial, infrastructure, and development potential assessments.
Draft layout plans to support land release requests from government departments.
Develop planning studies and reports to support the HDA land acquisition programme.
Conduct field evaluations and assessments.
Provide support and information for the submission of development applications.
Manage the land use management process for the HDA.
Evaluate or assist in the evaluation of rezoning, statutory applications, site plans, and other town planning related plans and policies.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application via email by 03 July 2026.

Ensure your CV is in PDF format.
Provide copies of all your qualifications.
Include a copy of your identity document.
Provide details for two contactable references.
Email your application to: HDARecruitRegBNW@thehda.co.za
The subject line of your email must clearly state the Job Title and Reference Number: Temporary Assistant Town Planner (North-West) HDAATPNW001

Applications that do not comply with these requirements will not be considered. If you have not been contacted within twenty-one (21) working days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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What you leave with

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Where this leads next

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A higher level elsewhere
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