Chief Artisan Grade A-C: Electrical/Mechanical/Building

Chief Directorate: Maintenance

Requirements:
An Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. A minimum of 10 years post qualification experience as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman. (Proof of recognised experience will be requested for shortlisted applicants). A valid driver’s license. Competencies: Knowledge of the National Building Regulation and Building Standards Act No 103 of 1977, Regulations and Municipal Regulations, Promotion of Access to Information Act of 2000, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act of 2000. Government Immovable Asset Management Act of 2007 and Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. Skills- Planning and organizing, verbal and written communication and computer literacy skills. Attributes- Teamwork, Change management, financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness.

Duties:
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. 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. Manage the development, motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of technical services according to organisational needs and requirements. Manage subordinates key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives. 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. 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.

Enquiries: Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto at 076 521 4118

Reference number: REFS/056869