About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a skilled Artisan to join their team at Frere Tertiary Hospital in Buffalo City Metro. In this essential role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the smooth operation of the hospital’s technical services. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining and repairing the various technical components that support the hospital’s infrastructure, ultimately contributing to the provision of quality healthcare to the community.
As an Artisan, you will engage in a variety of tasks that include diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, plumbing fixtures, and carpentry items. The work you do not only keeps the hospital running efficiently but also enhances the safety and comfort of both patients and staff. This role is vital for maintaining high standards in public service, showcasing the importance of skilled trades in the healthcare sector.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to providing accessible, quality health services to all South Africans. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of the population, the department plays a crucial role in managing public health facilities, ensuring that communities receive the care they need. Working within this department means being part of a team that is committed to making a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
What You’ll Do
- Provide technical services by undertaking building and repair work on all technical components within the hospital.
- Diagnose and repair electrical panels, circuits, wiring, and related systems.
- Conduct plumbing repairs on fixtures, toilets, sinks, and drainage systems.
- Carry out carpentry tasks, including the repair and installation of shelves, cupboards, and doors.
- Engage in bricklaying and paving work as needed.
- Perform maintenance on technical equipment and systems, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Conduct preventative maintenance checks and monitor the quality of technical work.
- Lead and guide technical activities, ensuring compliance with safety and legal standards.
What You’ll Need
- Appropriate trade test certificate in Mechanical, Carpentry, Plumbing, or Electrical.
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in technical services.
- Strong knowledge of technical analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to use computer-aided technical applications.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.
- Strong teamwork and customer focus.
How to Apply
Your application can be submitted electronically via email to the address provided below.
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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.
Job 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 daily 126 preventative and maintenance work.
Inspect and monitor quality of the technical work.
