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Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

Artisan Assistant (Electrical)

  • Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
  • Western Cape
  • R201k /yr
  • Trades and General Work
Closing date
Monday, 9 November 2026 at 17:00 Closes today
Reference
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Source
DPSA · 23 Oct 2026

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Grade 10 or equivalent. Experience: Appropriate experience in general electrical work. Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to perform overtime duty when required. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to work under pressure. Basic knowledge of electrical/mechanical engineering. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act 1993 and its relevant regulations.

Duties

Assist Artisans with maintenance, repairs and installation projects of plant, equipment and buildings of the hospital. Maintain plant-rooms, plant, equipment and work area in a clean and safe condition. Complete and return repair requisitions and further keep record of all repairs. Assist in ordering and controlling the workshop, materials and tools. Train and develop staff. Clean areas where work has been carried out.

How to apply

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Mr. K Mgcodo Tel No: (021) 404-6251

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

General note

It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates, including the 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. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the advert for the POST 37/287: Deputy Director: Manager Hospital Development (5/8th Post) Directorate: Facilities and Infrastructure Management, Centre: Tygerberg Hospital, Redevelopment Office, Salary R582 684 (5/8th) per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs) advertised in the Public Service Vacancy 37 dated 16 October 2026, has been amended as follows: Deputy Director: Manager Hospital Development (5/8th Post) (3 Year-Contract)