Artisan Production Grade A - C (Electrical)
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About the role
The Department of Water and Sanitation is hiring 3 Artisan Production Grade A - C (Electrical) posts 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 R253,341 to R424,371 a year. How to apply: All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ Reference number to quote: 131126/32 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 electrical installations in various dams, reservoirs, departmental houses, pump stations, machinery, repeater stations, dam walls, and pipelines.
- Electrical maintenance and inspections of cathodic 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.
- Individual/personal development to keep up with new technologies.
- Compile and submits technical reports.
- Keep and maintain job records/register and supervise and mentor staff.
Requirements
- An appropriate Electrical Trade Test Certificate.
- Experience in electrical maintenance will serve as an added advantage.
- 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 both (verbal and written.
- Knowledge of computer skills.
- Problem-solving skills.