About the Role
The Chief Artisan Grade A position at Frere Tertiary Hospital, located in Buffalo City Metro, offers an exceptional opportunity for experienced professionals in the technical services field. Joining a dedicated team, you will play a vital role in managing technical support alongside Technicians and Artisans, ensuring that the hospital operates at optimal efficiency. Your contributions will not only enhance the hospital’s infrastructure but also directly impact the quality of care provided to the community, making this role pivotal in public service.
In this capacity, you will oversee critical aspects of technical service management, from budget inputs to compliance with safety regulations. Your expertise will help integrate new technology into existing manuals, ensuring that all maintenance processes are up-to-date and aligned with industry standards. This position is not just about managing tasks; it’s about fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and community service, reinforcing the hospital’s commitment to excellence.
About the Department
Frere Tertiary Hospital operates under the Eastern Cape Department of Health, which aims to provide comprehensive health services to the community. The Department is committed to enhancing the health and well-being of South Africans by ensuring access to quality healthcare, promoting health education, and implementing effective health policies. Working within this environment allows you to contribute to a meaningful cause, helping to improve health outcomes for individuals and families in the region.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and supervise technical services and support functions in the workshop and technical office.
- Ensure compliance with statutory safety regulations and promote a culture of safety across departments.
- Provide inputs for technical manuals and standard drawings while incorporating new technologies.
- Oversee the budgeting process and monitor financial expenditure to ensure efficient cash flow management.
- Compile and submit reports as required, contributing to the operational planning of technical services.
- Manage databases and oversee artisans and personnel related to technical operations.
- Lead and develop a team of technicians, ensuring their continuous learning and motivation.
What You’ll Need
- Appropriate trade test in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Environment.
- At least ten (10) years of post-qualification experience as an Artisan or Artisan Foreman.
- Strong knowledge of preventative and reactive maintenance programs.
- Familiarity with the PFMA, National Building Regulations, budgeting, and public service procurement processes.
- Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to coordinate and enforce policy compliance.
- Willingness to work extended hours and perform standby duties, as well as travel when necessary.
- A valid driver’s license and computer literacy are essential.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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Requirements
Appropriate trade test in Electrical/Mechanical/Building Environment.Ten (10) years’ experience post qualification experience required as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman.
A sound knowledge of Preventative and Reactive maintenance programmes.
Knowledge of PFMA, National Building Regulations, budgeting and Public Service Procurement processes, Public Service Regulations, OHS Act and other legislations applicable to the post Negotiation, presentation, PMDS procedures, training and mentorship, literacy and numeracy, skills, analytical thinking & problem solving.
skills.
Knowledge of Project Management, Planning; Organising Skills, Good verbal and written communication skills with respect to interacting with management, sub- ordinates, other employees, clients and co-workers in respect of procedural matters and the ability to write reports, memos, letters and specifications.
Proven ability to co-ordinate, comply and enforce the implementation of policies.
Display the willingness to work extended hours and perform stand-by duty and to travel.
Computer Literacy.
A valid driver licence.
Job Duties
Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Technicians/Artisans and associates in field workshop and technical office activities.Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Provide inputs into existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and ensure quality assurance in line with specifications.
Manage administrative and related functions: Provide inputs into the budgeting process.
Compile and submit reports as required.
Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical operational plan.
Update databases and manage artisans and related personnel and assets.
Financial Management Control and monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management; and manage the commercial value add of the discipline-related activities and services.
People management Manage the development, motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success.
