- Company
- Government Printing Works
- Location
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Grade 10
- Salary
- R374 280 per annum, (OSD)
- Reference
- GPW 26/020
- Closing date
- 17 November 2026 (14 days left)
About this post
Government Printing Works is looking for 2 people for the post of Artisan (Specialised): Production (Craft Book Binding / Mechanised Binding) in Pretoria. It is a permanent post, paying R374 280 per annum (OSD).
Section: Directorate: Commercial Printing
Closing date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship.
- Trade Test Certificate in Printing, Craft Book Binding or Mechanised Binding.
- Grade 12 will be an advantage.
- Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance.
- ISO experience will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 5 years’ post apprenticeship appropriate experience in Craft Book Binding or Mechanised Binding in a relevant printing environment.
- A valid driver's license will be an added advantage.
What you’ll do
- Managing finishing processes which include craft book binding, mechanised binding processes to meet customer requirements and schedules.
- Coordinating with Prepress, Press, Finishing and other business units to ensure smooth workflow and timely project completion.
- Managing manual binding and automated or semi-automated equipment.
- Ensuring quality assurance, conducting quality checks, identifying defects, and implementing corrective actions.
- Sourcing and controlling production materials, checking stock and reporting shortages.
- Maintaining and troubleshooting binding, finishing, cutting and all other equipment in the division through inspections, cleaning and scheduled maintenance.
- Supporting SHERQ requirements, including safety, health, environment, risk and quality initiatives.
- Training, coaching, supervising and developing staff, including conducting performance reviews.
- Participating in policy and strategy development while ensuring compliance with GPW production procedures.
- Observe, participate in the development of policies and strategies as well as updating and submitting production statistics and reports daily, weekly and monthly.
- Binding and finishing of printed and unprinted matters.
- Supervise, develop staff and conduct performance reviews as per GPW policy.
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 26/020 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 26/020
Enquiries: Mr K Rahlogo Tel No: (012) 748 6183
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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