Reference number: ECHEALTH/CA/APL/FTH/01/08/2026
Salary: Grade A: R253 341 - R281 172 per annum; (OSD) Garde B: R297 249 – R329 898 per annum, (OSD)
Centre: Buffalo City Metro, Frere Tertiary Hospita
Requirements
Appropriate trade test certificate in Mechanical/Carpentry/Plumbing /Electrical with 3-5 years’ experience.
Technical analysis knowledge.
Computer-aided technical applications.
Knowledge of legal compliance.
Technical report writing.
Production, process knowledge and skills.
Problem solving and analysis.
Decision making.
Team work.
Analytical skills.
Creativity.
Self-management.
Customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication.
Computer skills.
Planning and organizing.
A valid drivers’ licence.
Duties
Render technical services: Undertake building and repair work of all technical components in the institution.
Inspect and investigate technical faults in all makes of technical structures and equipment.
Electrical: Diagnose and repair electrical panels, circuits, wiring and related systems.
Repair or replace switches receptacles, ballast’s, fuse boxes, heat systems, electric motors, fans,
lights and extension cords.
Plumbing: Diagnose and repair plumbing fixtures, toilets, faucets, sinks, tubs, water heaters, water reticulation, drain lines and
sluicing facilities.
Unblock and clean pipes, tanks, floor drains and sewers.
Repair and maintain steam traps and pipes on heat system.
Carpentry: Repair and install shelves, cupboards, drawers, ceilings and hangs doors.
Repair and replace fascia and barge boards.
Construct or build wooden apparatus e.g.
tables, desks, benches, partitions and occupational therapy aids.
Repair all makes of carpentry items.
Bricklaying: Build and repair masonry structures.
Install and repair paving works.
Build walls and partition structures.
Fitter and Turner: Strip and assemble machinery and equipment.
Lead and guide on all technical activities.
Provide maintenance of technical services: Servicing of all makes of technical equipment.
Maintain the electrical infrastructure of the institution.
Maintain domestic, irrigation and sprinkler system.
Undertake dailypreventative and maintenance work.
Inspect and monitor quality of the technical work
Enquiries
Ms N Mthitshana Tel No: (043) 709 2487/2532.
Applications
can be submitted electronically via email to:
Noluthando.Mthitshana@echealth.gov.za