Chief Artisan Grade A – Mangaung – Department Of Agriculture

About the Role

The Department of Agriculture is seeking a highly skilled Chief Artisan Grade A to be based in Mangaung, Free State. This pivotal role involves managing technical services and offering support alongside technicians, artisans, and associates across fieldwork, workshops, and technical office activities. The successful candidate will play a vital part in ensuring safety compliance while enhancing the quality of public service through their expertise. By incorporating new technologies and refining existing technical manuals and procedures, the Chief Artisan will contribute significantly to the community’s infrastructure and services.

In addition to technical management, this role is crucial for the development and maintenance of operational plans that benefit the public. As a Chief Artisan, you will not only oversee administrative functions but will also be instrumental in budgeting processes and quality assurance. Your contributions will resonate throughout the Free State and Northern Cape region, making a lasting impact on both local communities and the broader public service landscape.

About the Department

The Department of Agriculture is dedicated to promoting sustainable agricultural practices and ensuring food security across South Africa. With a mission to develop and implement policies that support farmers and enhance agricultural productivity, the department plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the agricultural sector thrives. Working here means being part of a team that is committed to fostering innovation and addressing the challenges faced by the agricultural community.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and support technical services in collaboration with technicians and artisans.
• Promote safety in alignment with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Provide input into technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures.
• Ensure quality assurance meets specified standards.
• Oversee administrative functions and contribute to budgeting processes.
• Compile and submit necessary reports.
• Consolidate inputs for the technical operational plan.
• Maintain and update relevant databases.
• Manage human resources, finances, and assets.
• Oversee performance information management.

What You’ll Need

• A trade test certificate underwritten by the Manpower Training Act (Red Seal).
• At least ten years of post-qualification experience as an Artisan or Artisan Foreman.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Strong project management skills.
• Technical design and analysis proficiency.
• Familiarity with computer-aided technical applications.
• Knowledge of legal compliance and technical report writing.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Teamwork, creativity, and financial management skills.

How to Apply

Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.