ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C: PLUMBER

Gauteng Provincial Government; Krugersdorp; On-site; ZAR 253,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Infrastructure Development, Sterkfontein Facility Maintenance Hub, invites applications for Artisan Production Grade A-C: Plumber. A Trade Test Certificate is essential, with 0–2 years of experience and a valid driver’s license. The package is competitive and based on experience.

The role entails producing designs to client specs, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with public service standards while supporting continuous staff development.

Qualifications

• Trade Test Certificate is required.
• 0–2 years of experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of Public Service Legislation, OHS Act and departmental policies.

Responsibilities

• Produce designs and objects per client specifications and production capability; render quality assurance; inspect and repair equipment per standards.

Skills

Trade test

Driver's license

Public Service Legislation

OHS Act

Technical report writing

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Planning and organizing

Analytical

Education

Trade Test Certificate

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Department of Infrastructure Development

ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C: PLUMBER

• Reference Number : refs/056886
• Directorate : Maintenance
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R253 341.00 – R 424 371.00 per annum (plus benefits). The offer is Based on recognition of experience after a Trade test certificate. (Proof of recognized experience will be requested for shortlisted applicants).
• Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: [phone]

Requirements

• An appropriate Trade Test Certificate. A minimum of 0-2 years of experience. A valid driver’s License.COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of Public Service Legislation, Policies and Regulations. Knowledge of OHS Act. Knowledge of the Departmental policies, strategies and procedures. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. SKILLS- Technical report writing. Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Teamwork. Creativity. Analytical. Self-management. Communication and Computer skills. Planning and organising skills

Duties

• Produce designs according to client specifications and within limits of production capability. Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specifications and recognised standards. Render quality assurance of produced objects. Inspect equipment and/or facilities for technical faults. Repair equipment and facilities according to standards. Test repair equipment and/or facilities against specifications. Service equipment and/or facilities according to schedule. Render quality assurance of serviced and maintained equipment and/or facilities. Compile and submit reports. Provide inputs to the operational plan. Keep and maintain job record/register. Supervise and mentor staff. Keep up with new technologies and procedures for continuous individual development.

Notes

Applicants must complete the online Z83 and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). All other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates).

The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

The Employment Equity targets will be taken into consideration during the selection process.

It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s).

The employment decision shall be guided by the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.

The Department is committed to promoting employment equity, including race, gender and disability representation, through the filling of this post(s).

Accordingly, the transfer, promotion or appointment of candidates should contribute towards improving representativity and achieving the numerical targets set out in the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.

In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply.

Please contact Human Resource on 076 521 4118/076 942 4090.

All shortlisted candidates will undertake practical assessment test, SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.

One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.

Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job).

It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference.

It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan.

To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

The Department reserves the right not to appoint.

If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioral preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.

Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development

Location : Sterkfontein Facility Maintenance Hub

Closing Date : 09-11-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have an appropriate Trade Test Certificate?

Do you have a Minimum of 0-2 years of experience?

Do you have a A valid driver’s license?