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POST 11/155 : ARTISAN FOREMAN GRADE A (MECHANICAL)

🏒 DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION πŸ“ Bloemhof Dam ⏳ Closes: 15 Apr 2026 🧾 Post: 11/155 # Ref: 150426/12 (Re-advertisement, applicants who have previously applied must re-apply) Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations Dir: Operations Central

Key details

Salary
R382 047 β€’ per annum
Centre
Bloemhof Dam
Reference
150426/12 (Re-advertisement, applicants who have previously applied must re-apply) Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations Dir: Operations Central
Closing date
15 Apr 2026

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Overview
Lead and supervise mechanical technical services, ensuring quality production and maintenance while managing a skilled team.

Requirements

A Trade Test Certificate in Millwright/ Fitter and Turner/Diesel Mechanic.

Five (5) years post qualification experience required as an Artisan.

The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.

Knowledge of legal compliance.

Computer-computer literacy.

Team leadership.

Production, process knowledge and skills.

Ability to work independently and in a team.

Knowledge of project management.

Planning, organizing and execution.

Technical report writing.

Problem solving and analysis, decision making, creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.

Sound interpersonal and leadership skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Financial and people management.

Willingness to travel throughout South Africa for the execution of some duties.


Duties

Supervise technical design and production of technical services.

Supervise and produce design according to specifications and within limits of production capability.

Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specification and recognized standards.

Supervise the maintenance of technical services.

Repair mechanical/electrical equipment structures according to standards.

Service/maintain equipment according to schedule.

Perform administrative and related functions.

Update register on maintained and repaired faults.

Compile and submit reports as required.

Provide inputs to the maintenance plan.

Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements, and regulations.

Human Capital resource management.

Supervise and mentor staff.

Plan resources available and schedule maintenance work.


How to apply

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