Artisan Foreman Grade A-B: Electrical / Mechanical / Building
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About the role
The Department of Infrastructure Development (Gauteng) is hiring an Artisan Foreman Grade A-B: Electrical / Mechanical / Building in Maintenance SALARY R397 329 - R593 934 per annum,, based in Tembisa District Facility Maintenance Hub. This is a permanent post. The offer is based on recognition of experience after a Trade Test Certificate. (Proof of recognised experience will be requested for shortlisted applicants). How to apply: To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za Reference number to quote: REFS/056870 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
- Research/literature studies on technical/engineering technology to improve expertise.
Requirements
- An Appropriate Trade Test Certificate.
- At least 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 the 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
- Team leadership
- Self-management
- Decisive
- Credible
- Motivating