Artisan Foreman Grade A-b: Electrical / Mechanical / Building

In brief

Overview This role is for an Artisan Foreman Grade A-B, specializing in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building disciplines, within the Chief Directorate of Maintenance at the Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development. The position is based at the Tembisa District Facility Maintenance Hub. The salary for this role ranges from R397,329 to R593,934 per annum, plus benefits. The specific offer will be determined based on recognition of experience gained after obtaining a Trade Test Certificate. What you will do Key responsibilities for this role include: * Supervise and produce designs according to client specification and within limits of production capability. * Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specification and recognized standards. * Render quality assurance on produced objects. * Inspect equipment and/or facilities for technical faults. * Repair equipment and facilities according to standards. * Test repair equipment and/or facilities against specifications. * Service equipment and/or facilities according to schedule. * Render quality assurance of serviced and maintained equipment and/or facilities. * Update register of maintained and repaired faults. * Obtain quotations and purchase (order) required equipment and materials. * Compile and submit reports as required. * Provide inputs to the operational plan. * Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements and regulations. * Supervise and mentor staff. * Plan the usage of resources. * Schedule works. * Engage in continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. * Conduct research/literature studies on technical/engineering technology to improve expertise. Requirements (from the original advert) * An Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. * A minimum of 5 years’ post qualification experience as an Artisan. * A valid driver’s license. * **Competencies:** * Knowledge of Public Service Legislation, Policies and Regulations. * OHS Act. * Knowledge of Departmental policies, strategies and procedures. * Computer-aided technical applications. * Knowledge of legal compliance. * Computer-aided applications. * Project Management. * People Management. * Financial Management. * Conflict Management. * **Skills:** * Technical analysis. * Production process knowledge and skills. * Technical report writing. * Problem solving and analysis. * Decision making. * Analytical. * Communication. * Planning and organising. * Leadership. * Negotiation. * Influencing. * **Attributes:** * Teamwork. * Customer focus and responsiveness. * Conflict management. * Team leadership. * Self-management. * Decisive. * Credible. * Motivating. Who should apply Candidates should possess an appropriate Trade Test Certificate and have at least 5 years of post-qualification experience as an Artisan, along with a valid driver's license. The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong knowledge of Public Service legislation, OHS Act, departmental policies, and legal compliance, complemented by skills in project, people, and financial management. They should be proficient in computer-aided applications and possess analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and technical report writing skills. Essential attributes include teamwork, customer focus, team leadership, self-management, and effective communication and negotiation abilities. A proactive approach to continuous learning and research in technical/engineering technology is also expected. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-infrastructure-development-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-056870 Source: govpage

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• At least 5 years of experience.

• Project management
• Health and safety (OHS)

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