ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C (MECHANICAL) (X5 POSTS)

Job Description

SALARY

Grade A: R253 341 per annum, (dependent on experience), (OSD)
Grade B: R297 249 per annum, (dependent on experience), (OSD)
Grade C: R345 342 per annum, (dependent on experience), (OSD)

Salary will be determined according to post registration experience as per OSD prescripts.

CENTRE

Ladysmith Region: Mechanical, Dundee
Ref No: DOT 180/2026 (X1 Post)

Pietermaritzburg Region: Mechanical (Mountain Rise)
Ref No: DOT 181/2026 (X1 Post)

Empangeni Region: Mechanical (Vryheid)
Ref No: DOT 182/2026 (X2 Posts)

Mechanical (Empangeni)
Ref No: DOT 183/2026 (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS

Grade A: No experience required
Grade B: At least 18 years’ experience
Grade C: At least 34 years’ experience

An appropriate Trade Test Certificate in:

• Earth moving equipment mechanic
• Construction plant mechanic
• Tractor Mechanic
• Diesel mechanic

Plus a valid driver’s licence (minimum code C1).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Technical analysis knowledge.
• Technical Report writing knowledge.
• Knowledge of Computer Aided technical applications.
• Knowledge of legal compliance.
• Knowledge of production process and skills.
• Knowledge of technical consulting.
• Problem solving and analysis skills.
• Decision making skills.
• Teamwork skills.
• Creativity skills.
• Self-management skills.
• Customer focus and responsiveness skills.
• Communication skills.
• Computer skills.
• Planning and organising skills.

The ideal candidate must be analytical, reliable, accurate, open, transparent, innovative and have integrity.

DUTIES

Design

Produce designs according to client specifications and within limits of production capability.

Production

Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specifications and recognised standards. Quality assurance of produced objects.

Maintenance

Inspect equipment and plant for technical faults. Repair equipment and facilities according to standards. Test repaired equipment and plant against specifications. Service equipment and plant according to schedule. Quality assure serviced and maintained equipment and/or facilities.

Perform Administrative and Related Functions

Compile and submit reports. Provide inputs to the operational plan. Keep and maintain job record/register, and supervise and mentor staff.

Maintain and Advance Expertise

Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on technical /engineering technology to improve expertise.