This vacancy has closed. It closed on 4 September 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

ARTISAN PLUMBER

Department of Health

Reference number: KDHC 14/2026
Salary: R253 341 - R345 342 per annum, (OSD depending on working experience). Other Benefits: 13th Cheque Housing Allowance (employee must meet prescribed requirements)
Centre: King Dinuzulu Hospital Complex
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 4 September 2026
Circular: No 30 of 2026

Requirements

Minimum Education Qualification: Grade 12. Completed apprenticeship and passing trade test in term of provisions of section 13 (2) (h) of the Manpower Training Act of 1981. Minimum 5 years’ experience post trade test experience on plumbing trade related plant and equipment. Valid code 08 drivers’ licence. Knowledge, Skills, Attributes, and Competencies Required: Sound knowledge of the occupational health and safety act. Technical and practical skills and experience of the trade. Good knowledge of standby hospital plant machinery / all underground piping systems. Safe working procedures, isolation procedures as stipulated by the OHS act. Good verbal and written communication, problem solving, conflict resolutions skills and good interpersonal relations, planning, organizing, customer focus and responsiveness, decision making, team leadership. Computer literacy. Insight and knowledge on legal compliance. Management of staff (Human Resources and Labour Relations), compilation of reports and performance management reports.

Duties

Visual checks and repairs of all plant and equipment under his/her supervision i.e., all water pipes / conduct monthly water reading and quarterly water testing. Plan and carry out all major maintenance plumbing works carried out in the hospital. Inspect all new and existing works as completed by contractors. Exercise control of tradesman aid and handyman under his/her supervision Daily reporting of fault, job progress on job cards, time sheets and material stock. Oversee and manage hospital maintenance inclusive of day to day, emergency, routine / preventative maintenance. Manage human resources effectively & efficiently and promote sound labour relations. Perform administrative and related functions. Maintain and advance expertise: Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on technical/engineering technology to improve expertise. The incumbent will be expected to do Standby duties, work overtime and extended hours.

Where to send your application

All applications to be forwarded to: Applications should be forwarded to: The Acting Deputy Director: HRM: Mr. F.G Cele Human Resource Department, King Dinuzulu Hospital, P O Dormerton, 4015. Email to: KingdinuzuluHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za OR KGVREGISTRY@kznhealth.gov.za Or Hand delivered to: The Human Resource Department, King Dinuzulu Hospital, 75 R.D. Naidu Roads Sydenham, 4015

Enquiries

Mr M Mnyandu Chief Artisan Tel No: (031) 242 1688

Note

Directions to the Candidates: The following documents must be submitted: The application must include only completed and signed new Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. NB: Proof of current and previous work experience endorsed and stamped by Human Resource Manager (Certificate of service and service record) must be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z.83 e.g. reference number KDHC 05/2026. NB: Failure to comply with above instructions will disqualify applicants. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA to the following checks: (security checks, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience verifications) Please note that due to the large number of applications anticipated, applicants will not be acknowledged, however, they will be advised of the outcome of their applications, in due course. If notification of an interview is not received within three (3) months after the closing date, candidates may regard their application as unsuccessful. The Department will not be liable where applicants use incorrect/no reference number(s) on their applications’ shortlisted candidates, including the 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. NB: Due to budgetary constraints, shortlisted candidates will not be entitled to S&T payment for attending interviews. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representatively in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department).

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 21 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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