Job Requirements
A minimum Appropriate Trade Test Certificate; A minimum of five years post qualification experience as an Artisan. Valid Driver’s licence. Knowledge: Project Management; Technical design and analysis; Knowledge; Computer- aided technical applications; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Production, process knowledge and skills; Operating workshop equipment; OHSA. Skills: Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Teamwork; Creativity; Change management; Financial management; Customer focus and Responsiveness; Communication; Computer skills; Planning and Organising. Personal Attributes: Innovative; Creative; Resourceful; Helpful; Ability to work effectively and efficiently under sustained pressure; Ability to meet tight deadlines; Ability to communicate at all levels; People orientated; Trustworthy/Reliable; Assertive; Hard working; Highly motivated; Ability to work independently.
Duties
Ensure effective and efficient electrical maintenance services-: Inspect electrical equipment, installations and facilities to identify faults and maintenance requirements. Perform and supervise preventative and corrective electrical maintenance work. Service electrical equipment and installations according to prescribed maintenance schedules. Perform electrical installation and upgrade work as required. Monitor work in progress and check completed electrical maintenance work against specifications. Provide technical guidance to Artisans on electrical maintenance activities. Perform and supervise troubleshooting and repair of electrical equipment and installations-: Identify and troubleshoot electrical faults and system malfunctions in equipment, installations and wiring. Use appropriate electrical testing equipment and tools to identify faults. Perform and supervise repairs and replacement of faulty electrical components. Test repaired electrical equipment and installations to confirm functionality. Check that electrical repair work is performed according to applicable technical and safety requirements. Identify electrical components, materials and equipment required for repairs. Refer faults requiring higher level technical intervention to the Chief Artisan. Perform administrative and related functions-: Maintain records and registers of electrical maintenance, repairs and faults attended to. Record materials, equipment and tools used for electrical work. Identify material and equipment requirements. Assist with obtaining quotations for required electrical materials and equipment. Compile and submit work progress and maintenance reports. Provide information required for maintenance and operational planning. Maintain records of scheduled and completed maintenance work. Apply relevant occupational health and safety requirements during electrical work. Supervise employees to ensure an effective service delivery-: Perform general supervision of employees. Allocate duties and perform quality control on the work delivered by subordinates. Advise and lead subordinates with regard to all aspects of the work. Manage performance and conduct discipline subordinates. Ensure that all subordinates are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively. Ensure good record keeping.
What is the Salary
R397 329 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
Location
Kimberley Regional Office
How to Apply
Mr B Maano at 076 904 2090
Email Applications for the position of Artisan Foreman (Electrical) must be submitted to: RecruitKIM26-27@dpw.gov.za
Apply Before:
27 November 2026
Reference No:
2026/393
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