Tradesman Aid Building (Carpentry)
Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness
- Location
- Head Office, Western Cape
- Salary
- R144 024 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 05 Oct 2026
Posted today
How to apply
Apply on company website
How to apply: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 of 2026, post 34/328. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Job description
Directorate: Engineering and Technical Support Services
Requirements:
Minimum educational qualification: Grade 10 (or equivalent). Experience: Appropriate basic Workshop experience. Appropriate experience within the respective fields below. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to travel throughout the Western Cape Province. Physically fit to do manual labour. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to handle tools. Good interpersonal skills. Good communication skills. Sound Knowledge of mainly in Building related trades, like: (Carpentry, Plumbing, Painting and Building). Basic sound knowledge of the SANS 10 - 400 Building Regulation. Be conversant xwith the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Act. Must have a knowledgeable experience in Building trades.
Duties:
Carry out minor maintenance tasks. Assist with the installation of plant, equipment and alterations. Ensure that tools and material are available when needed. Ensure areas in workshop /s and working environment is clear of obstructions and cleaned daily. Assist the Artisans in the execution of their duties as per Breakdown below. Control over tools and materials. Mainly Carpentry Plumbing, Painting and Building trades related duties. Maintenance and repairs by painting, glazing, skimming installations of Drywalls, ceilings and spray- painting of equipment at Hospital buildings. Repairs and Service of infrastructure equipment at Facilities, according to standards and relevant regulations. Occasional Support in Carpentry Plumbing Painting and Building Departments. Take control of Job cards assigned. Assist the Artisan Foreman / Artisan in certain duties assigned. Emergency breakdowns (including afterhours repairs). Planning and décor of new installations and alterations.
Notes:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
Enquiries: Mr JP Louw Tel No: (021) 830-3771