Artisan Production: Mechanical Fitter

In brief

Here is the job description rewritten into the mandatory structure: **Overview** This position is for an Artisan Production: Mechanical Fitter (REF NO: REFS/056861) within the Chef Directorate: Maintenance at the Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development. The role is based at the Pretoria West Facility Maintenance Hub and involves mechanical fitting, maintenance, quality assurance, and supervision of staff. The salary ranges from R253 341 to R424 371 per annum, plus benefits, with the final offer dependent on recognized experience after obtaining a Trade test certificate. **What you will do** * Produce designs according to client specification and within limits of production capability. * Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specification 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’ experience. * A valid driver’s license. * **Competencies:** 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. Production process knowledge and skills. * **Skills:** Technical report writing, problem solving and analysis, decision making, teamwork, creativity, analytical, self-management, communication, computer skills, planning and organising. * **Attributes:** Team player, customer-focused and Reliable. **Who should apply** An ideal candidate will possess an appropriate Trade test Certificate and 0-2 years of relevant experience, along with a valid driver’s license. They should have knowledge of Public Service Legislation, OHS Act, departmental policies, legal compliance, computer-aided technical applications, and production processes. Key skills include technical report writing, problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, creativity, analytical thinking, self-management, communication, computer proficiency, and planning and organising. The successful applicant will be a team player who is customer-focused and reliable, with the ability to supervise and mentor staff, and keep up with new technologies. **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-056861 Source: govpage

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• No previous work experience required.
• 2 posts available.

• Health and safety (OHS)

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