Senior Artisan (Hay level 13/C2) Internal and External

Job Purpose

This post is in the Facility Engineering (FE) Group at Rector Operations (SAFARI-1) and reports directly to the Head: Facility Engineering. The purpose of the post is to participate in / lead SAFARI-1 Request for manufacturing task.

Key Performance Areas

Job Requirements

• Lead and manage all the machine shop tasks and departmental objectives.
• Lead and coordinate SAFARI-1 manufacturing, machining, and fabrication activities.
• Review, plan, and execute manufacturing requests in support of reactor operations and maintenance.
• Liaise with Advanced Manufacturing/external service providers to ensure effective delivery of manufacturing tasks.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing procedures, technical documentation, and work instructions.
• Prepare and submit quarterly reports on machine shop activities, performance, and completed work.
• Initiate and manage internal and external procurement processes for machine shop requirements. (i.e. RFQ & IWO’s).
• Prepare, coordinate manufacturing drawings with drawing office and evaluate suppliers for manufacturing services, tools, and equipment.
• Coordinate the procurement of machine shop tools, consumables, spare parts, and measuring instruments.
• Oversee the preventive and corrective maintenance of CNC machines and other workshop equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational requirements while promoting continuous improvement within the machine shop.
• Precision manufacturing of unique & intricate components used in reactor facilities (Nuclear).
• Aiding Engineering development of specialized tooling (e.g. irradiation rigs) in reactor facilities (Nuclear).
• Assembling of Irradiation rigs required for Isotope production (Nuclear).
• Procurement of required material and tooling.
• Lead and manage all the machine shop tasks and departmental objectives.
• Prepare and submit quarterly reports on machine shop activities, performance, and completed work.
• Oversee the preventive and corrective maintenance of CNC machines and other workshop equipment.
• Assist to develop skills of other Machinists (Skills Transfer).

Key Knowledge & Skills:

• In depth knowledge of Machines (Lathes, Milling machines, etc).
• In depth knowledge of Machine Tooling (Setting-up and all related practices).
• In depth knowledge of Machining practices.
• Mechanical Insight (Assembling practices in Nuclear field).
• Clerical skills (Procurement).
• Spational reasoning (Creative and Innovative problem solving).
• Reading comprehension.
• Calculations.
• Communication skills.
• Organizing skills.
• Computer literacy skills

Behavioural Competencies

• Mental Alertness.
• Safety orientated.
• Excellence Orientated (Precision Quality orientated).
• Customer orientated.
• Integrity.
• Professional.
• Dedication (Meet Deadlines).
• Time Management (Independent prioritizing and planning).
• Stress Management.
• Assertiveness.
• Adaptability.
• Personal Development.
• Short Term Memory.
• Vocabulary.
• Self Image.
• Interpersonal Skills.
• Communication Skills.
• Self-motivation (Dedication – drive him or herself to deadlines - no close supervision).
• Organizing of Workplace and Work schedule - No close supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• Matriculation certificate.
• Certified Instrument Maker / Machinist / Toolmaker.
• Computer literacy certificate. (compulsory).
• Minimum Experience
• 5 Years in Instrument Maker / Machinist / Toolmaker experience (preferably 2 years thereof in Nuclear Environment).

Closing date: 10 July 2026

CONTACT PERSON

Ms. Ofhani Tshila

Tel: 012 305 6937

Building: H Building

Room: 313

Please apply online https://necsa.mcidirecthire.com/External/CurrentOpportunities before the closing date

Important: Necsa Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of the Employment Equity Act. In filling this position, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, in line with the organisation’s Employment Equity objectives.

By applying for this position, applicants acknowledge and consent to Necsa Group conducting the necessary pre-employment checks. These may include verification of educational qualifications, employment history, and, where relevant to the position, criminal and credit checks through registered credit bureaus and/or the South African Police Service, particularly for roles involving trust, honesty, or the handling of cash and finances. Necsa Group reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time prior to the closing date. Furthermore, the organisation reserves the right not to make an appointment should a suitable candidate not be identified