About the Role
The Department of Home Affairs is seeking a skilled Artisan Foreman Grade A for the Smart Card Personalisation Unit located in Pretoria. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the production of personalised smart ID cards, ensuring that each document meets the highest standards of quality and security. Your leadership will directly contribute to the efficiency and reliability of the services provided to the public, making a significant impact on the lives of individuals and the community at large.
As the Artisan Foreman, you will ensure that all processes related to card production, including layout, data input, and printing, are executed flawlessly. This role matters not only for the seamless operation of the department but also for enhancing the trust and confidence of citizens in governmental services. By maintaining strict quality control and monitoring the production processes, you will play a crucial role in upholding the integrity of the smart ID card system.
About the Department
The Department of Home Affairs is dedicated to ensuring the effective management of identity and civil registration in South Africa. With a mission to provide secure and efficient services to the public, the department plays a vital role in facilitating the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Working here offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the nation’s governance and public service, impacting lives positively every day.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise the production of personalised smart ID cards, ensuring accuracy and adherence to schedules.
- Monitor quality control processes, ensuring that all documents meet set standards.
- Control the workflow and movement of personalised documents, reducing wastage and enhancing efficiency.
- Troubleshoot issues in the personalisation process and implement effective solutions.
- Maintain and oversee the cleaning and maintenance of production equipment.
- Ensure compliance with safety, health, environment, risk, and quality standards.
- Develop and mentor staff, including training apprentices in their roles.
- Allocate tasks effectively to Artisans and Printers’ Assistants.
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies and production procedures as required by the department.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 10 or equivalent qualification, with a completed apprenticeship.
- Trade Test Certificate in a relevant field; Grade 12 is advantageous.
- At least 5 years of post-apprenticeship experience in a related functional area.
- Ability to obtain a positive security clearance is essential.
- Good understanding of production processes and related equipment.
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship.Trade Test Certificate in an appropriate field.
Grade 12 will be an added advantage.
At least 5 years’ post-apprenticeship experience in the functional area.
Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance.
Good knowledge of applicable processes and equipment.
The incumbent must be willing and able to work rotating shifts, including weekends, public holidays, and night shifts, as required.
A valid driver's license will be an added advantage.
Job Duties
Ensure correct production of personalised smart ID card documents in the section, including card layout, data input, printing and encoding.Monitor and control the movement and work in progress, ensuring that work is done according to the required schedule regarding timelines and quantities.
Conduct/monitor proper quality control on the personalised documents.
Control the reduction of wastage and efficiency baseline rate in the Section.
Monitor that all procedures and systems relating to the protection of high security printed matters are adhered to by all staff in the Section.
Ensure effective quality control on personalised documents.
Monitor that proper quality assurance of smart ID card personalisation and production are continuously and properly conducted in the Section.
Troubleshoot problems, identify the root cause on issues in the personalisation process, assisting with the implementing of solutions to address the problem.
Ensure that cleaning and maintenance of equipment are performed as expected and as scheduled.
Maintain safety, health, environment, risk and quality (SHERQ) in the Section.
Assist with the monitoring of safety risks in the Section providing advice on possible risk mitigating measures that could be implemented.
Supervise and develop staff including development of apprentices.
Allocate tasks to Artisans and Printers’ Assistants.
Ensure compliance with Treasury and GPW prescripts procedures and policies regarding procurement of goods.
Participate in the review, implementation and compliance with production procedures and policies as required by GPW.
