Artisan Production Grade A-c: Carpenter

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**Overview** The Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development is seeking an Artisan Production Grade A-C: Carpenter for its Facilities Maintenance Services, Sub Directorate: Routine Maintenance, based at Smangaliso Mkhatshwa. This role involves various carpentry tasks, from design and production to inspection, repair, and maintenance of equipment and facilities. The salary range for this position is R253 341 – R424 371 per annum, plus benefits, with the offer based on recognition of experience after obtaining a Trade Test certificate. Proof of recognized experience will be requested for shortlisted applicants. **What you will do** * Produce designs according to client specifications and within limits of production capability. * Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specifications and recognised standards. * Render quality assurance of 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. * Compile and submit reports. * Provide inputs to the operational plan. * Keep and maintain job record/register. * Supervise and mentor staff. * Keep up with new technologies and procedures for continuous individual development. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An appropriate Trade Test Certificate. * A minimum of 0-2 years of experience. * A valid driver’s license. * **Competencies**: Knowledge of Public Service Legislation, Policies and Regulations; Knowledge of OHS Act; Knowledge of the Departmental policies, strategies and procedures; Computer-aided technical applications knowledge; Knowledge of legal compliance; Production process knowledge and skills. * **Skills**: Technical report writing; Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Teamwork; Creativity; Analytical; Self-management; Communication skills; Computer skills; Planning and organising skills. * **Attributes**: Team player; Customer-focused; Reliable. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this Artisan Production Grade A-C: Carpenter role should possess an appropriate Trade Test Certificate and have 0-2 years of experience, along with a valid driver’s license. Applicants should have knowledge of Public Service Legislation, OHS Act, departmental policies, computer-aided technical applications, legal compliance, and production processes. Essential skills include technical report writing, problem solving, decision making, teamwork, creativity, analytical thinking, self-management, communication, computer proficiency, and planning and organising. The successful candidate should be a team player, customer-focused, and reliable. **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-056818 Source: govpage

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