Chief Artisan: Electrical

About the role

The Department of Infrastructure Development (Gauteng) is hiring a Chief Artisan: Electrical in Maintenance, based in Boilers (Tshwane). This is a permanent post, paying R499,470 – R800,718 a year. How to apply: To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za Reference number to quote: REFS/056893 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Manage outside service providers for cleaning, gardening and waste Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Technicians/Artisans and associates in field, workshop and technical office activities.
• Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Provide inputs into existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology.
• Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications.
• Provide inputs into the budgeting process.
• Compile and submit reports as required.
• Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical operational plan.
• Update databases.
• Manage artisans and related personnel and assets.
• Undertake research and literature studies on technical/engineering technology to improve expertise.
• Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on technical/engineering-related matters.
• Manage the development, motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of technical services according to organisational needs and requirements.
• Manage subordinates key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.

Requirements

• An appropriate Trade Test Certificate.
• At least 10 years’ post qualification experience as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman (Proof of recognised experience will be requested for shortlisted applicants).
• A valid driver’s license.
• Competencies:
• Knowledge of the Public Service Legislation
• Policies and Regulations
• OHS Act
• Knowledge of the Departmental policies
• Strategies and procedures
• Computer-aided technical applications
• Knowledge of legal compliance
• Production process knowledge and skills
• Skills- Project management, technical report writing, technical consulting, Problem solving and analysis, Decision making, Creativity, Communication, Computer, Planning and organizing.
• Technical design and analysis knowledge.
• Attributes- Teamwork, Change management, financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness.