Artisan Assistant (Electrical)

About the role

The Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape) is hiring an Artisan Assistant (Electrical), based in Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory. This is a permanent post, paying R201,093 a year. How to apply: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). Closing date: 09 November 2026, 17:00PM Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

Responsibilities

• Assist Artisans with maintenance, repairs and installation projects of plant, equipment and buildings of the hospital.
• Maintain plant-rooms, plant, equipment and work area in a clean and safe condition.
• Complete and return repair requisitions and further keep record of all repairs.
• Assist in ordering and controlling the workshop, materials and tools.
• Train and develop staff.
• Clean areas where work has been carried out.

Requirements

• Minimum educational qualification: Grade 10 or equivalent.
• Experience: Appropriate experience in general electrical work.
• Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to perform overtime duty when required.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills):
• Ability to work under pressure
• Basic knowledge of electrical/mechanical engineering
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act 1993 and its relevant regulations