This vacancy has closed. It closed on 28 August 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

CHIEF ARTISAN GRADE A (MECHANICAL)

Department of Transport

Salary: R499 470 per annum, (OSD)
Centre: Ladysmith Region (X1 Post): Mechanical, Ladysmith
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Circular: No 29 of 2026

Requirements

An appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Earth Moving Equipment Mechanic / Construction Plant Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic / Tractor Mechanic; plus Ten (10) years post qualification experience as an Artisan / Artisan Foreman; plus A valid driver’s licence (minimum Code C1). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Project management knowledge. Technical design and analysis knowledge. Knowledge of computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Knowledge of technical report writing. Knowledge of technical consulting. Production, process knowledge and skills. Decision making and team work skills. Creativity and change-management skills. Financial management skills. Customer focus and responsiveness skills. Communication skills. Planning and organizing skills. Computer literacy. Problem solving and analysis skills.

Duties

Manage technical services: 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. 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. Manage artisans and related personnel and assets. Financial Management: Control and monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management. Manage the commercial value add of the discipline-related activities and services. People management: Manage the development, motivation and utilisation of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of technical services according to organizational needs and requirements. Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives. 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. Liaise with relevant bodies / councils on technical / engineering-related matters.

Where to send your application

Applications/Address: Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the KZN online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs 172 Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACs) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying for jobs on the KZN online e-Recruitment system or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs Please note that applicants should only use one of the following methods when applying for a post: either through the online e-Recruitment system or submit a hardcopy application as directed. Forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Applications may alternatively be hand-delivered to the Office of the Department of Transport, Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg. FOR ATTENTION : Mr B Hornsby

Enquiries

Mr J Thabethe (Ladysmith) Tel No: (034) 299 8600 Mr SS Shabalala (Durban) Tel No: (031) 700 2222 Ms S Hlela (Empangeni) Tel No: (035) 787 1442

Note

It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these positions.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 29 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 14 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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