Artisan Assistant (Technical Services) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

CWD118/2026

Location:

West Coast TB Centre

REMUNERATION

R 201 093 - R 236 877 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

09 Oct 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

23 Oct 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act 1993 and its relevant regulations.

NO PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS REQUIRED WHEN APPLYING FOR THIS POST.

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. It should be noted that advertised posts are linked to the Institution/ Facility that forms part of the Ecosystem Service platform. Upon appointment, incumbents will be expected to render clinical services across institutions in the Ecosystem, as needed to sustain health service delivery."

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid (Code B/EB/C) driver’s license. Physically fit to perform duties, work at heights and in confined spaces. Must be prepared to work overtime and perform standby duties after hours, including weekends and Public Holidays.

ENQUIRIES

Mr. HL Siegelaar, tel. no. (021) 837-8097

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate experience in at least one of these fields: repairs and maintenance of hospital equipment, infrastructure, painting, air-conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, carpentry.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/ OUTPUTS)

Carry out ad-hoc maintenance and repair requests, perform or arrange preventative maintenance on plant and equipment, follow emergency maintenance protocols, at the hospital and health facilities within the sub-district under supervision of the Artisan. Carry out daily checks on generator, oxygen, and other machinery, adhere to the maintenance schedule for all facilities, and do regular facility inspections. Provide specifications under the supervision of the Artisan for service provider jobs, attend site meetings and manage contractors. Ensure an organised neat workshop, efficient and effective management and control of stock, tools, equipment, and perform administrative duties. Ensure excellent record keeping. Assist with the management and supervision of the maintenance team reporting to the Artisan Assistant. Provide assistance and support to Artisan, managers, supervisor and colleagues.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Grade 10 (or equivalent).

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.