Artisan Production Grade A To C (Electrical/Plumbing/Carpentry)

Closing date: 03 Jul 2026
Department: Western Cape - Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

Salary: Grade A: R253 341 per annum; Grade B: R297 249 per annum; Grade C: R345 342 per annum

Centre: Helderberg Hospital

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Electrical/Plumbing/Carpentry.
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.
Inherent requirement of the job: A valid driver’s license (Code B/EB).
Willingness to work overtime, standby duties and emergency callouts.
Ability to work in confined spaces and hospital environments.
Willingness to travel between facilities where required.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures related to the relevant trade. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations.
Ability to diagnose faults and implement corrective measures.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Computer literacy in MS Office.
Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems and hospital infrastructure.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Duties

Perform maintenance, repairs and installations on hospital buildings, equipment and infrastructure according to prescribed standards.
Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on facilities and equipment.
Respond to emergency breakdowns and maintenance requests within the hospital environment.
Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and infection prevention standards.
Maintain and update maintenance records, job cards and registers.
Assist with fault finding, technical assessments and repair solutions.
Supervise assistants and support staff where applicable.
Assist with procurement processes, quotations and material control.
Ensure tools, equipment and workshop areas are maintained in a safe and orderly condition

Enquiries

Mr D Geldenhuys Tel No: (021) 850-4719

Applications

plications are submitted online via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
(click “online applications”).

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