- Company
- Government Printing Works
- Location
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Grade 10
- Salary
- R253 341 per annum, (OSD)
- Reference
- GPW 26/027
- Closing date
- 17 November 2026 (14 days left)
About this post
Government Printing Works is looking for an Artisan Production Grade a: Examination Digital Printing Line in Pretoria. It is a permanent post, paying R253 341 per annum (OSD).
Section: Directorate: Security Printing
Closing date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- Grade 10 and the completion of an appropriate printing apprenticeship in the printing industry (special products printing and finishing).
- Trade Test certificate in the printing industry.
- Grade 12 and computer literacy will be an advantage.
- Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance.
- A valid driver's license will be an added advantage.
What you’ll do
- Operate the digital printing equipment with online and/or offline finishing processes.
- Organise, plan, and allocate printing raw materials and other resources in line with the product to be printed.
- Achieve production targets, ensuring that printing is completed on time and according to GPW standards and customer requirements.
- Print customer orders as per customer specifications and requirements.
- Continuously perform quality control in line with existing standard operating procedures.
- Resolve basic technical and mechanical challenges to ensure smooth production with less downtime.
- Conduct quality assurance and control during the printing process on a continuous basis, ensuring text, images, and colour correctness.
- Assist with problem solving as and when required.
- Maintain and clean machines and equipment according to schedule and ensure efficient and continuous running thereof.
- Ensure general housekeeping tasks are performed in the working environment.
- Participate in safety, health, environment, risk, and quality (SHERQ) initiatives in the section.
- Ensure compliance with all OHSA safety requirements.
- Provide input on policies and procedures.
- Assist with performing supervisory functions.
Tips before you apply
- Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
- Quote the reference number GPW 26/027 on your application and in the subject line of any e-mail.
- 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: Link: GPW 26/027
Enquiries: Mr E. Mtshali Tel No: (012) 748 6361
Closing date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only combined, in PDF and as one attachment. NB: Picture/Snapshot, Zipped, IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted. Indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initiated and signed by the applicant as instructed below. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned instructions/requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of a SMS Pre- entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG). Prior to appointment, a candidate should therefore have proof that they have registered for the Pre-Entry Certificate and have completed the course. The cost for Nyukela is at the applicants own expense. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/SMS pre-entry programme. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, 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 es, behavioural preferences, emotional…
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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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