Artisans x11 post at MP Public Works for qualified candidates (Mechanical, Electrical Bricklaying, Plumbing, Painter, Building)
- Career Exibs SA
- Sep 4
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS, ROADS & TRANSPORT
Career opportunities, combined with experience and knowledge to build a future together: Suitable qualified candidates are invited to apply for the under mentioned posts. The appointment will be made in terms of the Public Service Act. The Department is committed to provide equal opportunities and adheres to the affirmative action policy in line with Employment Equity Act, the SMS Handbook and all relevant legislation applicable in the Public Service.
CLOSING DATE : 12 September 2025
POST 31/279 : ARTISAN: PLANT & EQUIPMENT REF NO: APE/JS/57
SALARY : R243 597 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Dr JS Moroka Cost Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate plus appropriate Trade Test certificate (Mechanical) An
experience as a Tradesman Aid will be an added advantage. The candidate
must be willing to work overtime and be on standby. A valid driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Technical analysis knowledge.
Computer aided technical applications. Knowledge of Occupational Health and
Safety Act. Problem solving skills. Good interpersonal relations. The ability to
work under pressure and willingness to work long hours.
DUTIES : Produce objects with material and equipment according to the job specification
and recognized standards. Quality Assurance of production objects. Inspect
equipment and facilities for technical faults. Repair equipment and facilities
according to standard Service equipment and facilities according to schedules.
Compile and submit reports. Provide inputs to the operation plan. Keep and
maintain job records. Supervise and mentor staff.
ENQUIRIES : Ms PN Mokhotla Tel No: (013) 766 6780
APPLICATIONS : Email application to: PWRTrecruitS@mpg.gov.za
POST 31/280 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A: BRICKLAYER REF NO: APB/VB/58
SALARY : R243 597 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Dr JS Moroka Cost Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate plus appropriate Trade Test certificate (Bricklayer)An
experience as a Tradesman Aid will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s
license. Willingness to Work. Overtime and standby. A valid driver’s license.
Knowledge, skills, and Competencies required Knowledge of Legislative
prescripts governing the Public Service, computer literacy, verbal and written
communication skills.
DUTIES : Execute and carry out bricklaying maintenance of departmental infrastructure.
Execute and manage bricklaying maintenance of client departmental
infrastructure. Manage staff.
ENQUIRIES : Ms PN Mokhotla Tel No: (013) 766 6780
APPLICATIONS : Email application to: PWRTrecruitS@mpg.gov.za
POST 31/281 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A: PLUMBER (X4 POSTS)
SALARY : R243 597 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Msukalikwa Cost Centre Ref No: APGP/ MSU/60 (X2 Posts)
Siyabuswa Cost Center Ref No: APGP/S/61 (X1 Post)
Emalahleni Hospital Ref No: APGP/EM/62 (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate plus appropriate Trade Test certificate (plumbing) An
experience as a Tradesman Aid will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s
license. The candidate must be. Willing to work Overtime and be on standby.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Technical analysis knowledge,
Computer aided technical applications, Knowledge of legal compliance
Technical Reports. Problem solving and analysis, Decision making, Planning
and organizing, Listening and communication skills, good interpersonal
relations. Candidates must be willing to work under pressure.
DUTIES : Execute and manage plumbing maintenance of department infrastructure.
Produce objects with material and equipment According to the job specification
and recognized standards. Quality assurance of production objects. Inspect
equipment and facilities for Technical Faults. Repair equipment and facilities
according to standards Service equipment and facilities according to
schedules. Compile and submit reports. Provide inputs to the operation plan.
Keep and maintain job record and supervise and mentor staff.
ENQUIRIES : Ms PN Mokhotla Tel No: (013) 766 6780
APPLICATIONS : Email application to: PWRTrecruitSD@mpg.gov.za
POST 31/282 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A: PAINTER REF NO: APGP/AC/63
SALARY : R243 597 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Acornhoek Cost Center
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate plus appropriate Trade Test certificate (Painter)An
experience as a Tradesman Aid will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s
license will be an added advantage. The candidate must be willing to work
overtime and be on standby. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Technical
analysis knowledge, Computer aided technical applications, Knowledge of
legal compliance Technical Reports. Problem solving and analysis, Decision
making, Planning and organizing, Listening and communication skills, good
interpersonal relations Candidates to be healthy.
DUTIES : Execute and manage painting services of department infrastructure. Produce
objects with material and equipment according to the job specification and
recognized standards. Quality Assurance of production objects. Inspect
equipment and facilities for technical faults. Repair equipment and facilities
according to standard Service equipment and facilities according to schedules.
Compile and submit reports. Provide inputs to the operation plan. Keep and
Maintain job record and Supervise and mentor staff.
ENQUIRIES : Ms PN Mokhotla Tel No: (013) 766 6780
APPLICATIONS : Email application to: PWRTrecruitSD@mpg.gov.za
POST 31/283 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A: ELECTRICAL REF NO: AGP/BH/64
SALARY : R243 597 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Belfast Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate plus appropriate Trade Test certificate (Electrical) An
experience as a Tradesman Aid will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s
license. The candidate must be willing to work overtime and be on standby.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Technical analysis knowledge,
Computer aided technical applications, Knowledge of legal compliance
Technical Reports. Problem solving and analysis, Decision making, Planning
and organizing, Listening and communication skills, good interpersonal
relations.
DUTIES : Execute and manage Electrical maintenance of the Department. Inspect
equipment and facilities for technical faults. Repair equipment and facilities
according to standard Service equipment and facilities according to schedules.
Compile and submit reports. Provide inputs to the operation plan. Keep and
maintain job record and supervise and mentor staff.
ENQUIRIES : Ms PN Mokhotla Tel No: (013) 766 6780
APPLICATIONS : Email application to: PWRTrecruitSD@mpg.gov.za
POST 31/273 : ARTISAN FOREMAN GRADE A: GMT REF NO: AFA/GMT/M/56
SALARY : R382 047 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Gert Sibande District Office
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate plus appropriate Trade Test certificate and 3 years work
experience as an Artisan. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and
willing to work overtime and standby. Computer literacy will be an added
advantage. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Technical analysis
knowledge, Computer aided technical applications, Knowledge of legal
compliance and Technical Reports. Problem solving and analysis, Decision
making, Planning and organizing, Listening and communication skills, good
interpersonal relations. Candidates must be willing to work hard and under
pressure.
DUTIES : Administer maintenance and repair of vehicles. Render breakdown services,
accidents and control of workshop. Repairs and maintenance of light and
heavy vehicle as well as plant and equipment. Inspect equipment and facilities
for technical faults. Repair equipment and facilities according to standards.
Service equipment and facilities according to schedules. Compile and submit
reports. Provide inputs to the operation plan. Keep and maintain job record and
supervise and mentor staff.
ENQUIRIES : Ms PN Mokhotla Tel No: (013) 766 6780
APPLICATIONS : Email application to: PWRTrecruitS@mpg.gov.za
POST 31/270 : CHIEF ARTISAN GRADE A (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R480 261 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Emalahleni Hospital Ref No: CAG/EM/54
Dr JS Moroka Ref No: CAG/JS/55
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate, appropriate trade test certificate, National Diploma in
Building and work experience of which 3 years should be at an Artisan
Foreman level. Candidates must be willing to work overtime and standby. A
valid drivers licence Knowledge, skills & competencies: Knowledge of
government prescripts governing the Public Service. Managerial skills,
communication skills, problem solving, planning, leading, organizing, decision
making and computer literacy.
DUTIES : Ensure the maintenance of building, ensure the management of minor projects,
and manage the supply of steam in Provincial hospitals within the district,
manage the sectional budget and manage staff. Manage technical services
and support in conjunction with Artisan and associates in field, workshop and
technical Office activities. Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory
and Regulatory requirements. Provide inputs into existing manuals, standards
drawing and procedures to incorporate new technology and ensure Quality
assurance in line with specification. Compile and submit report as required.
Manage Artisans and related personnel and asset. Control and monitor
expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management.
Manage subordinates. Liaise with relevant Bodies on technical and related
matters.
ENQUIRIES : Ms PN Mokhotla Tel No: (013) 766 6780
APPLICATIONS : Email application to: PWRTrecruitS@mpg.gov.za
NOTE : Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: A fully completed and signed NEW Z83 form which can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp ."From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect / old application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered”, A recent comprehensive CV; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated); Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed curriculum vitae (Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents, all non-SA citizens must attach a copy of proof of permanent residence in South Africa on or before the day of the interviews). Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). All shortlisted candidates for Senior Management service and Deputy Directors posts will be subjected to (1) a technical exercise; (1) a generic managerial competency assessment; and (2) personnel suitability checks on criminal records, citizen verification, financial records and qualification verification. All candidates who will be invited to competency assessment, are kindly reminded to adhere to the schedule as arranged by the Department. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The successful candidate will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as completing a financial disclosure interests’ declaration form within one month of appointment and annually thereafter. Faxed or emailed applications will not be considered. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in your application being disqualified. The Department is committed to providing equal opportunities and practices affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representability in terms of race, gender and disability when filling the vacant positions. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill any advertised posts.
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