- Company
- Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development
- Location
- Tembisa, Gauteng
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Trade test
- Salary
- R 397 329.00 - R 593 934.00 per annum (Plus Benefits). The offer is based on recognition of experience after a Trade Test Certificate.…
- Reference
- refs/056870
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026 (5 days left)
About this post
The Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development is looking for an Artisan Foreman Grade a-B: Electrical/Mechanical/Building in Tembisa. It is a permanent post, paying R 397 329.00 – R 593 934.00 per annum (Plus Benefits). The offer is based on recognition of experience after a Trade Test Certificate. (Proof of recognised experience will be requested for shortlisted applicants)..
Section: Maintenance
Where you will work: Tembisa District Facility Maintenance Hub
Closing date: Monday, 9 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- An Appropriate Trade Test Certificate.
- A minimum of 5 years’ post qualification experience as an Artisan.
- A valid driver’s license.
- COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of Public Service Legislation, Policies and Regulations.
- OHS Act.
- Knowledge of the Departmental policies, strategies and procedures.
- Computer-aided technical applications.
- Knowledge of legal compliance.
- Computer-aided applications.
- Project Management.
- People Management.
- Financial Management.
- Conflict Management.
- SKILLS: Technical analysis.
- Production process knowledge and skills.
- Technical report writing.
- Problem solving and analysis.
- … and 16 more points in the official advert.
What you’ll do
- Supervise and produce designs according to client specification and within limits of production capability.
- Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specification and recognized standards.
- Render quality assurance on produced objects.
- Inspect equipment and/or facilities for technical faults.
- Repair equipment and facilities according to standards.
- Test repair equipment and/or facilities against specifications.
- Service equipment and/or facilities according to schedule.
- Render quality assurance of serviced and maintained equipment and/or facilities.
- Update register of maintained and repaired faults.
- Obtain quotations and purchase (order) required equipment and materials.
- Compile and submit reports as required.
- Provide inputs to the operational plan.
- Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements and regulations.
- Supervise and mentor staff.
- Plan the usage of resources.
- Schedule works.
- Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
- Research/literature studies on technical/engineering technology to improve expertise.
Tips before you apply
- Apply online on the Gauteng Professional Job Centre (jobs.gauteng.gov.za). Register first, then open this post and click Apply. Emailed or faxed applications are not accepted.
- Quote the reference number refs/056870 on your application.
- Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
- Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.
How to apply
Apply the way the official advert says. EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
Where to apply: online on the Gauteng Professional Job Centre. Register or log in, then open this post and click Apply.
Enquiries: Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: 076 942 4090
Closing date: Monday, 9 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
Applicants must complete the online Z83 and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). All other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. The Employment Equity targets will be taken into consideration during the selection process. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s). The employment decision shall be guided by the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. The Department is committed to promoting employment equity, including race, gender and disability representation, through the filling of this post(s). Accordingly, the transfer, promotion or appointment of candidates should contribute towards improving representativity and achieving the numerical targets set out in the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za.Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on 076 521 4118/076 942 4090. All shortlisted candidates will undertake practical assessment test, SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the…
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Source: Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development's official vacancy page (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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