This vacancy has closed. It closed on 3 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A TO C (ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING/CARPENTRY)
Department of Health
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
- Salary
- Grade A: R253 341 per annum Grade B: R297 249 per annum Grade C: R345 342 per annum
- Centre
- Helderberg Hospital
- Province
- Western Cape
- Closing date
- 3 July 2026
- Circular
- No 21 of 2026
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Electrical/Plumbing/Carpentry. Experience: Grade A: No experience required. Grade B: At least 18 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Grade C: At least 34 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Inherent requirement of the job: A valid driver’s license (Code B/EB). Willingness to work overtime, standby duties and emergency callouts. Ability to work in confined spaces and hospital environments. Willingness to travel between facilities where required. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures related to the relevant trade. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations. Ability to diagnose faults and implement corrective measures. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy in MS Office. Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems and hospital infrastructure. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Duties
Perform maintenance, repairs and installations on hospital buildings, equipment and infrastructure according to prescribed standards. Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on facilities and equipment. Respond to emergency breakdowns and maintenance requests within the hospital environment. Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations and infection prevention standards. Maintain and update maintenance records, job cards and registers. Assist with fault finding, technical assessments and repair solutions. Supervise assistants and support staff where applicable. Assist with procurement processes, quotations and material control. Ensure tools, equipment and workshop areas are maintained in a safe and orderly condition.
Where to send your application
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
Enquiries
Mr D Geldenhuys Tel No: (021) 850-4719
Note
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 21 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 19 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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