Artisan Production Grade A to C (Plumbing)

ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A TO C (PLUMBING) is listed by DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS. The post is based in Caledon Hospital, Western Cape. The closing date is 05 October 2026.

Job Details

Requirements

• Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate (Plumbing).
• 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 requirements 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.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): 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.

Duties / Responsibilities

• 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.

Application Instructions

are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click online applications).

Application address:
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
(click online applications ).

Notes

It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the advert for the

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to a competency test. 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.

Circular Notes

Circular Notes

must be submitted on the most recently approved Z83 Application for Employment Form, obtainable from the DBE Website or any Public Service Department/Webpage. Use of the old Z83 Form will result in disqualification.

The Z83 must be completed in full and page 2 duly signed. A clear indication of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be indicated on your Z83.

Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (only). Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before the day of the interview.

Successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks, qualification and employment verification including social media profiles). Appointment is subject to positive results of the security clearance process.

The successful candidate will be required to sign an annual performance agreement and, where applicable, annually disclose his/her financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may 4 be associated with.

Applicants, who do not comply with the requirements outlined above, will not be considered. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Enquiries

Ms N. Fudu Tel No: (028) 814-3707

Required Documents

Qualifications, Driver licence

DPSA Circular Source

• Circular: DPSA Circular 34 of 2026
• Source pages: 222–223
• Open the DPSA circular PDF