Artisan Plumber

Requirements

Minimum Education Qualification: Grade 12. Completed apprenticeship and passing trade test in term of provisions of section 13 (2) (h) of the Manpower Training Act of 1981. Minimum 5 years’ experience post trade test experience on plumbing trade related plant and equipment. Valid code 08 drivers’ licence. Knowledge, Skills, Attributes, and Competencies Required: Sound knowledge of the occupational health and safety act. Technical and practical skills and experience of the trade. Good knowledge of standby hospital plant machinery / all underground piping systems. Safe working procedures, isolation procedures as stipulated by the OHS act. Good verbal and written communication, problem solving, conflict resolutions skills and good interpersonal relations, planning, organizing, customer focus and responsiveness, decision making, team leadership. Computer literacy. Insight and knowledge on legal compliance. Management of staff (Human Resources and Labour Relations), compilation of reports and performance management reports.

Key Responsibilities

Visual checks and repairs of all plant and equipment under his/her supervision i.e., all water pipes / conduct monthly water reading and quarterly water testing. Plan and carry out all major maintenance plumbing works carried out in the hospital. Inspect all new and existing works as completed by contractors. Exercise control of tradesman aid and handyman under his/her supervision Daily reporting of fault, job progress on job cards, time sheets and material stock. Oversee and manage hospital maintenance inclusive of day to day, emergency, routine / preventative maintenance. Manage human resources effectively & efficiently and promote sound labour relations. Perform administrative and related functions. Maintain and advance expertise: Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on technical/engineering technology to improve expertise. The incumbent will be expected to do Standby duties, work overtime and extended hours.

How to Apply

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Notes

Directions to the Candidates: The following documents must be submitted: The application must include only completed and signed new Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. NB: Proof of current and previous work experience endorsed and stamped by Human Resource Manager (Certificate of service and service record) must be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 e.g. reference number KDHC 05/2026. NB: Failure to comply with above instructions will disqualify applicants. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: (security checks, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience verifications) Please note that due to the large number of applications anticipated, applicants will not be acknowledged, however, they will be advised of the outcome of their applications, in due course. If notification of an interview is not received within three (3) months after the closing date, candidates may regard their application as unsuccessful. The Department will not be liable where applicants use incorrect/no reference number(s) on their applications’ 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. NB: Due to budgetary constraints, shortlisted candidates will not be entitled to S&T payment for attending interviews. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representatively in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department). CLOSING DATE : 04 September 2026