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Artisan Plumber (X1 Post)

KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health · ST Chads CHC

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Opportunity expired: Applications closed on 05 Oct 2026. This vacancy is retained for reference. Do not send an application unless the department confirms it has reopened. Find current vacancies.

Vacancy overview

Department
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health
Government sphere
Provincial administration
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Centre / Location
ST Chads CHC
Reference number
STC02/2026
Salary
Grade 1: R237 453 per annum.
Closing date
05 Oct 2026

Requirements

Grade 12 (senior certificate) N3/NQL 3.
Passing a trade test in plumbing in terms of section (1 392) of the manpower training act 1981, as amended.
Artisan Grade A: 0-2 years’ experience in plumbing field.
Artisan Grade B: At least 14 years’ appropriate/recognizable experience in an area after obtaining the relevant trade certificate.
Valid driver’s license.
NB: work experience (certificate of service) endorsed by HR Office.
Valid driver’s license Code 8/ 10.
Certificate in Records Management.
Knowledge, Skill, Training and Competencies Required: Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and safety standards.
Knowledge of basic maintenance and repair of broken pipes.
Knowledge of safety systems of work.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work under pressure.
Good communication skills (both verbal and written).
Knowledge of Batho Pele principles.

Key duties and responsibilities

Installation, Repairs and maintenance of high pressure and low-pressure geyser.
Installation and repairs to toilets, urinals and other ablution facilities such as shower and baths.
Etc. Installation and repair to water sewerage reticulation system.
Clear blocked drains, guttery, down pipes, wastewater lines and branch lines.
Take and record water supply readings daily.
Maintenance on fire hose main supply readings daily.
Daily reporting fault, job progress and daily completion of job card/time sheets as per auditor’s
instruction Be prepared to visit primary health care clinics to perform maintenance duties when required.
Installation of gutter and down pipes and galvanized pipes.
Compile and submit reports, provide input on the compilation of technical report.
From part of multi-disciplinary team doing rounds in the hospital and clinics and necessary steps to fix all identified shortfalls.
Be prepared to work overtime and standby duties.
To take responsibility for inhouse training and advancement of subordinates.
To perform standby duties and after-hours call outs.
Keep an up to date and current equipment register.
Be responsible for materials issued and completing job cards.
Always adhere to safe working practices (in accordance to the O.H. & S ACT85/1993).
Daily reporting fault progress and daily completion of job cards/time sheets as per auditor’s instructions.
Job cards for completed work must be signed by the department concerned and list material used.
Attend safety and practical orientated training courses and lectures.
To perform standby duties and afterhours call outs.
These duties at times can include the duties associated with other trade such as the fitter, plumber the carpenter.
Work overtime with remuneration when considering and with the approval of the maintenance
supervisor must be prepared, at times of crisis, to perform other essential services such as strikes, floods etc.viz.
Maintenance oriented duties.

How to apply

All applications should be forwarded to: The Assistant Director: HRM St Chads
Community Health Centre, Private Bag X9950, Ladysmith, 3370, OR Hand
Delivered to Corner Helpmekaar and Ezakheni Main Road, Ezakheni, 3381. or
E-mail to: Antony.Jele@kznhealth.gov.za

These application details are retained only for reference; the deadline has passed.

Enquiries

Mr. SL Khoza Tel No: (036) 637 9600

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