Artisan Production - Grade A/B

Requirements

Appropriate Mechanical Trade Test Certificate in terms of section 13(2)(h) of the Manpower Act, 1981, as amended. Valid driver's licence. Experience Grade A: At least 0-2 years appropriate / recognisable experience in an area after obtaining the relevant trade certificate Experience Grade B: At least 14 years appropriate / recognisable experience in an area after obtaining the relevant trade certificate. Experience in a hospital or health-care environment will be an added advantage. Knowledge, Skills Training And Competencies Required: Sound knowledge of mechanical maintenance, repairs and installations. Knowledge of HVAC, pumps, boilers, compressors and other hospital mechanical systems. Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical faults and breakdowns. Knowledge of preventative and corrective maintenance. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and equipment manuals. Knowledge of occupational health and safety and hospital safety requirements. Good problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills. Ability to plan, organise and prioritise maintenance activities. Basic computer literacy and ability to complete maintenance reports. Ability to work independently, under pressure and during emergency breakdowns.

Key Responsibilities

Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs, servicing and installation of hospital mechanical equipment and systems. Maintain and repair HVAC, ventilation, pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical plant and equipment. Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance in accordance with approved maintenance schedules. Attend to mechanical breakdowns and emergency maintenance requests promptly. Identify mechanical faults and implement appropriate corrective measures. Inspect mechanical equipment and report defects or potential failures. Ensure that all work is performed according to prescribed technical, safety and quality standards. Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, repairs, inspections and equipment condition. Assist with the installation, commissioning and testing of new mechanical equipment. Ensure safe use, care and maintenance of tools, 195 machinery and equipment. Comply with occupational health and safety, infection prevention and control and hospital safety requirements. Work closely with electrical, plumbing, building and other technical personnel to ensure effective hospital maintenance. Assist with monitoring contractors and ensuring that maintenance work is completed according to specifications. Provide technical advice to the supervisor regarding mechanical equipment and maintenance requirements. Perform any other duties delegated by the supervisor.

How to Apply

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Notes

Directions To Candidates: The applicant must submit a fully completed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) only. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of all documents and Certificate of Service endorsed by Human Resources The official Z83 form ‘Application for employment’ (the new amended version of the Z83 form effectively from 01/01/2021 must be used only; the old Z83 form will be rejected, if used). The amended Z83 application for employment form is obtainable at any Government Department OR downloaded from the website – www.kznhealth.qov.za or www.dpsa.gov.za-vacansies. The ‘Reference Number’ and ‘Position’ for which are applying (as stated in the advert) must be clearly indicated in the columns provided on the form Z 83 e.g. Reference number PMMH 01/2026. Applications may also be submitted online via the KZN e-Recruitment System at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Applicants must register, complete their profile and upload their CV. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre-entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre- entryprogramme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The successful candidate would be required to sign a performance agreement within three months of appointment. Please note that due to the high number of applications anticipated, applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within two months after the closing date of the advertisement, consider your application as unsuccessful, please. African males and Persons with disabilities from all designated race groups are encouraged to apply for the post. Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates who are invited for interviews. It is the shortlisted candidate’s responsibility to have a foreign qualification, which is a requirement of the post, evaluated by the South Africans Qualifications authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation on application. Failure to comply will result in the application not being considered The Department reserves the right not to fill the post/s. Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department.) CLOSING DATE : 11 September 2026 196