Artisan Assistant vacancy at the Department of Health

The Department of Health is inviting suitably qualified applicants to apply for Artisan Assistant vacancy.
Closing date for applications: 08 August 2025
ARTISAN ASSISTANT
- Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services
- SALARY: R193 359 per annum
- CENTRE: Worcester Regional Hospital
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum educational qualification: Grade 10 (or equivalent).
- Experience: Appropriate experience of facility maintenance, welding and plumbing with general electrical knowledge.
- Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Must be prepared to work overtime as requested. Must be physically able to perform the duties required. Must be able to work on heights i.e. on ladders and scaffolding.
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Competencies (knowledge/skills):
- Knowledge of and apply the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as read, write and follow written instructions including manuals and written procedures.
- Ability to optimally utilise allocated resources such as tools and materials and be skilled in the usage of a variety of tools.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to adhere to safety standards. Ability to use a conventional lathe or milling machine.
DUTIES:
Effective and efficient assistance with maintenance and repairs of plumbing components, including projects, installations and alterations, as well as minor maintenance on buildings and facility grounds which include:
- Welding work as required.
- Unblocking of sewer lines and toilets.
- Unblocking basins.
- Geyser installation.
- Assist and perform preventative maintenance on plant and equipment.
- Efficient and effective stock control.
- Efficient and effective control over equipment, tools and working area.
- An effectively supported HR function.
ENQUIRIES: Mr C van der Westhuizen Tel No: (023) 348-1199
APPLICATIONS:
Applicants apply online, click here to apply.
NOTE: Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical test. The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within Worcester Regional Hospital for a period of 3 months from the date of advert.
CLOSING DATE : 08 August 2025
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