Artisan Production Grade A to C (Plumbing) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

OD73/2026

Location:

Caledon Hospital, Theewaterskloof Sub-district, Overberg District

REMUNERATION

Grade A: R253,341 - R281,172 per annum, Grade B: R297,249 - R329,898 per annum, Grade C: R345,342 - R424,371 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

18 Sep 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

05 Oct 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

NOTE

Candidates will be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. It should be noted that advertised posts are linked to the Institution/ Facility that forms part of the Ecosystem Service platform. Upon appointment, incumbents will be expected to render services across institutions in the Rural Central, as needed to sustain health service delivery.

INHERENT REQUIREMENT OF THE JOB

Valid (Code B/EB/C1) driver’s license. Must be prepared to work overtime and perform standby duties after hours, including weekends and Public Holidays.

QUALIFICATION

Appropriate Trade Test Certificate (Plumbing).

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and its relevant regulations. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook). Supervisory skills, strong administrative skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

EXPERIENCE

Grade A: No experience required. Grade B: At least 18 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Grade C: At least 34 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate.

ENQUIRIES

Ms N. Fudu, tel. no. (028) 814-3707

DUTIES

Manage the workshop and its functions, and perform repairs, maintenance and installations for the different facilities and assist with managing all emergencies as per the emergency maintenance protocol. Compiling of minor specifications, attend site meetings and manage outsourced contractors. Responsible for the necessary administrative functions of the workshop, compiling reports, maintaining registers, and assist with the control of the workshop budget. Exercise control over tools, equipment and materials, and ordering of tools and materials. Management of the performance and supervision of staff, implement the disciplinary code when required and provide support to managers, supervisor and colleagues.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.