Artisan Foreman Grade A (Electrical)
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About the role
The Department of Water and Sanitation is hiring an Artisan Foreman Grade A (Electrical) in Infrastructure Management: Central Operations CD: Water Resource Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance Dir: Operations Central, based in Jericho Dam (Usutu River). This is a permanent post, paying R397,329 a year. How to apply: All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ Reference number to quote: 131126/22 Closing date: 13 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test. Please be advised that the office will transition to an SANWRI agency.
Responsibilities
- Maintenance of bulk raw water infrastructure (dams, reservoirs, departmental houses, pump stations, and pipelines) and machinery.
- Electrical maintenance and inspections of cathodic protection (TRUs).
- Inspect equipment for technical faults and repair according to standards.
- Service equipment according to schedule.
- Fault diagnosis on SCADA/PLC and telemetry systems.
- 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.
- Supervise and mentor staff.
- Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team and ability to work long hours and perform well under pressure.
Requirements
- An appropriate Electrical Trade Test Certificate.
- 5 years post qualification experience as an Artisan.
- The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
- Knowledge of technical analysis, computer-aided applications, legal compliance, technical report writing and production, process knowledge, and skills.
- Problem solving and analytical decision making, teamwork and analytical skills.
- Creativity, self-management, customer focus, and responsiveness.
- Communication skills both (verbal and written) and computer literacy.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Conflict management.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, PMDS and PFMA.
- Drawing skills and ability to read drawings.