Artisans x14 posts at KZN Transport for qualified artisans Mechanics (Earth moving equipment/ Construction plant/ Tractor / Diesel)
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- Sep 15
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PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: KWAZULU-NATAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT
The Provincial Administration of KwaZulu-Natal is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer
APPLICATIONS : Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the KZN online eRecruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACs) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying for jobs on the KZN online eRecruitment system or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Please note that applicants should only use one of the following methods when applying for a post: either through the online e-Recruitment system
OR submit a hardcopy application as directed. Forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200.
OR Applications may alternatively be handdelivered to the Office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg.
CLOSING DATE : 29 September 2025 (at 16h00). Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
POST 33/128 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C (MECHANICAL) (X14 POSTS)
SALARY : Grade A: R243 597 per annum, (dependent on experience), (OSD)
Grade B: R285 816 per annum, (dependent on experience), (OSD)
Grade C: R332 061 per annum, (dependent on experience), (OSD)
(Salary will be determined according to post registration experience as per
OSD prescripts)
CENTRE : Ladysmith Region (X4 Posts):
Mechanical, Ladysmith Ref No: DOT 371/2025 (X2 Posts)
Mechanical, Newcastle Ref No: DOT 372/2025 (X1 Post)
Mechanical, Bergville Ref No: DOT 373/2025 (X1 Post)
Empangeni Region (X3 Posts):
Mechanical, Nongoma (Ref. No. DOT 374/2025 (X3 Posts)
Pietermaritzburg Region (X3 Posts):
Mechanical, Structure Shop Ref No: DOT 375/2025 (X1 Post)
Mechanical, Mountain Rise Ref No: DOT 376/2025 (X1 Post)
Mechanical, Underbeg Ref No: DOT 377/2025 (X1 Post)
Durban Region (X4 Posts):
Auxiliary Workshop, Metro Ref No: DOT 378/2025 (X2 Posts)
Mechanical, Stanger Ref No: DOT 379/2025 (X1 Post)
Concrete Team, Metro Ref No: DOT 380/2025 (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Earth moving equipment
mechanic/Construction plant mechanic/ Tractor Mechanic/Diesel mechanic;
plus A valid driver’s licence (minimum code C1). Grade A: No experience
required. Grade B: At least 18 years’ experience. Grade C: At least 34 years’
experience). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Technical
analysis knowledge. Technical Report writing knowledge. Knowledge of
Computer Aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal compliance.
Knowledge of production process and skills. Knowledge of technical
consulting. Problem solving and analysis skills. Decision making skills.
Teamwork skills. Creativity skills. Self – management skills. Customer focus
and responsiveness skills. Communication skills. Computer skills. Planning
and organizing skills. The ideal candidate must be analytical, reliable, accurate,
open, transparent, innovative and have integrity.
DUTIES : Design: Produce designs according to client specifications and within limits of
production capability. Production: Produce objects with material and equipment
according to job specification and recognized standards. Quality assurance of
produced objects. Maintenance: Inspect equipment and plant for technical
faults. Repair equipment and facilities according to standards. Test repaired
equipment and plant against specifications. Service equipment and plant
according to schedule. Quality assure serviced and maintained equipment
and/or facilities. Perform administrative and related functions: Compile and
submit reports. Provide inputs to the operational plan. Keep and maintain job
record/register; and Supervise and mentor staff. Maintain and advance
expertise: Continuous individual development to keep up with new
technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on technical
/engineering technology to improve expertise.
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Afrika (Durban Region) Tel No: (031) 700-2222
Mr L Songca (Pietermaritzburg Region) Tel No: (033) 392 6600
Mr MP Ntuli (Ladysmith Region) Tel No: (036) 638 4400
Ms T Dingiswayo (Empangeni Region) Tel No: (035) 562 0262
APPLICATIONS : Please note applications can be hand delivered to the Office of the Department
of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street,
Pietermaritzburg, or couriered via postal services to Recruitment & Selection
Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X 9043,
Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through
the KZN online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr B Hornsby
NOTE : It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these
positions.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the NEW Application for Employment Form, Z83 (obtainable on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies). The Z83 form must be completed in terms of DPSA circular 03 of 2025. The completed and signed Z83 must be accompanied by a detailed CV. Dates of starting and leaving employment must be given as DD/MM/YYYY. Kindly take note that only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of required documents on or before the date of the interviews following communication from Human Resources. Failure to comply with these instructions will lead to applications being disqualified. Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications must be submitted for each post applied for. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders must provide a copy of their Permanent Residence Permits if shortlisted for an interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such if shortlisted for an interview. Under no circumstances will faxed applications be accepted. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged due to the volume of applications, and should you not receive an invitation to attend an interview within three (3) months of the closing date applicants should assume that their application was unsuccessful. Please note that where experience is a requirement for the post, the successful candidate will be required to submit documentary proof of such work experience prior to assuming duty. A personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification) will be conducted prior to employment. Prior to appointment being made to an SMS post, the appointee must have completed the pre-entry certificate and must be in possession of such prior to taking up the post. The Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours.
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