About the Role
The Artisan Foreman Grade A positions offer an exciting opportunity to work within the Nkangala District, specifically in Middleburg, Emakhazeni, and Mashishing. As part of the public service, you will play a vital role in supervising artisans, ensuring that designs meet client specifications and production capabilities while maintaining high-quality standards. Your expertise will not only contribute to the efficiency of operations but also significantly impact the community by ensuring that essential equipment and facilities are in optimal condition.
This role is crucial for maintaining the infrastructure that supports daily operations in the region. By stepping into the Artisan Foreman position, you will become a key player in the public service sector, helping to uphold safety standards, facilitate repairs, and oversee quality assurance processes. Your work will directly influence the quality of services available to the community, making your contributions both meaningful and impactful.
About the Department
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is dedicated to developing and maintaining the physical infrastructure of South Africa. This department plays a pivotal role in ensuring that public facilities and services are reliable, safe, and accessible to all citizens. Working here means you will be part of a team committed to improving the lives of South Africans through effective management and enhancement of public works.
Joining this department allows you to contribute to a larger mission of sustainable development and community welfare. Your efforts will directly support the government’s goals of promoting economic growth and social equity, making your work a vital part of the nation’s progress.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise and mentor artisans to ensure they adhere to production specifications and quality standards.
- Produce designs and objects according to client specifications.
- Inspect equipment and facilities for technical faults and oversee repairs.
- Ensure all equipment and facilities are maintained according to safety regulations.
- Conduct quality assurance checks on completed work and repairs.
- Collaborate with team members to maintain a productive work environment.
- Prepare technical reports and documentation as required.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 certificate plus a Trade Test certificate.
- At least 3 years of experience as an Artisan.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Willingness to work overtime and standby when necessary.
- Strong technical analysis skills and computer literacy.
- Knowledge of legal compliance and ability to prepare technical reports.
- Excellent problem-solving, planning, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Grade 12 plus Trade Test certificate with 3 years as an Artisan.A valid driver’s license.
The candidates must have a and willing to work overtime and standby.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Technical analysis knowledge.
Computer literacy.
Knowledge of legal compliance and Technical Reports.
Problem solving and analysis.
Decision making.
Planning and organizing.
Project Management.
Change.
Teamwork.
Listening and communication skills, good interpersonal relations.
Candidates must be willing to work hard and under pressure.
Job Duties
Supervise and produce designs according to client specification and within limits of production capability.Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specification and recognized standards.
Inspect equipment and facilities for technical faults.
Repair equipment and facilities according to standards.
Text repair equipment and facilities according to standards.
Quality assurance.
Serviced and maintained equipment and or facilities.
Ensure adherence to safety standards.
Requirements and regulation.
Supervise and mentor Artisan.
