Artisan Foreman Grade A (Electrical)

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations CD: Water Resource Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance Dir: Operations Central Department: Department of Water and Sanitation Centre: Jericho Dam (Usutu River) Salary: R397 329 per annum, (OSD) Reference: 131126/22 DUTIES Maintenance of bulk raw water infrastructure (dams, reservoirs, departmental houses, pump stations, and pipelines) and machinery. Electrical maintenance and inspections of cathodic protection (TRUs). Inspect equipment for technical 142 faults and repair according to standards. Service equipment according to schedule. Fault diagnosis on SCADA/PLC and telemetry systems. Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications. Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements, and regulations. Implement planned maintenance and update maintenance logbooks. Compile and submit reports as required. Supervise and mentor staff. Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Ability to work independently as well as in a team and ability to work long hours and perform well under pressure. ENQUIRIES Mr. J Silowa Tel No: (017) 846 6106 HOW TO APPLY All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ NOTE Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test. Please be advised that the office will transition to an SANWRI agency. Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

An appropriate Electrical Trade Test Certificate. Five (5) years post qualification experience as an Artisan. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge of technical analysis, computer-aided applications, legal compliance, technical report writing and production, process knowledge, and skills. Problem solving and analytical decision making, teamwork and analytical skills. Creativity, self-management, customer focus, and responsiveness. Communication skills both (verbal and written) and computer literacy. Planning and organising skills. Conflict management. Ability to work independently and under pressure. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, PMDS and PFMA. Drawing skills and ability to read drawings.