Artisan Production Grade A – C (electrical)
Department Of Water And Sanitation (Dws)
- Salary (as advertised)
- R253 341 – R424 371 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Certificate / N-level / trade
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This role is for an Artisan Production Grade A – C with an electrical specialization within the Department Of Water And Sanitation (Dws). There are three posts available, based at Jericho Dam (Usutu River). The positions fall under the Infrastructure Management: Central Operations branch, specifically within Water Resource Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance, under Operations Central. The salary for these positions ranges from R253 341 to R424 371 per annum, based on the OSD scale. Candidates should note that the office will transition to an SANWRI agency. **What you will do** - Maintain electrical installations in various dams, reservoirs, departmental houses, pump stations, machinery, repeater stations, dam walls, and pipelines. - Conduct electrical maintenance and inspections of catholic protection/ transformer rectifying units. - Inspect equipment for technical faults and repair according to standards. - Service equipment according to schedule. - Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications. - Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements, and regulations. - Implement planned maintenance and update maintenance logbooks. - Compile and submit reports as required. - Engage in individual / personal development to keep up with new technologies. - Compile and submit technical reports. - Keep and maintain job records/ register. - Supervise and mentor staff. **Requirements (from the original advert)** - An appropriate Electrical Trade Test Certificate. - The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. - Ability to work in a team. - Knowledge of project management. - Understanding technical design and analysis. - Knowledge of computer-aided technical applications. - Knowledge of legal compliance. - Knowledge of technical reports report writing. - Decision making. - Teamwork. - Creativity. - Analytical skills. - Self-management. - Customer service and responsiveness. - Planning and organizing. - Good communication skills (verbal and written). - Knowledge of computer skills. - Problem-solving skills. - Experience in electrical maintenance will serve as an added advantage. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an individual who holds an appropriate Electrical Trade Test Certificate and possesses a valid, unexpired driver’s license. While not mandatory, experience in electrical maintenance is considered an advantage. Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of project management, technical design and analysis, computer-aided technical applications, legal compliance, and technical report writing. Essential personal attributes include decision-making, teamwork, creativity, analytical skills, self-management, customer service, responsiveness, planning and organizing, strong verbal and written communication abilities, computer proficiency, and problem-solving skills. Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-water-and-sanitation-dws-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-131126-32 Source: govpage
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- 3 posts available.
- Project management
- Customer service
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