Job Description

Closing Date

2025/12/01

Reference Number

WCG251020-2

Tracking Number

DOI 141/2025

Job Title

Artisan Foreman (Grade A): Road Signs Factory (Bellville Mechanical Workshop), Ref No. DOI 141/2025

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

OSD

Enquiries

Ms Marilise van Wyngaardt at (021) 959 7700

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Bellville Mechanical Workshop

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has anopportunity for a competent individual to perform and/or supervise technical design, production, operation and maintenance services.

Minimum Requirements

Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Sheet Metal or Fabrication; A minimum of 5 years post qualification experience as an Artisan; A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Design: Produce designs according to client specification and within limits of production capability; Production: Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specification and recognised standards, Quality assurance of produced objects; Maintenance: Inspect equipment and/or facilities for technical faults; repair equipment and facilities according to standards; Test repair equipment and/or facilities against specifications; service equipment and/or facilities according to schedule; Quality assures serviced and maintained equipment and/or facilities; Perform administrative related functions: Compile and submit reports; update register of maintained and repaired faults; Obtain quotations and purchase (order) required equipment and materials; provide inputs to the operational plan; Maintain expertise: Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; The following will have advantageous: Work experience in a Sign manufacturing environment, or other steel manufacturing related environment; Understanding of production and optimisation of a production line will be beneficial.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Technical analysis and Legal Compliance; Technical report writing; Team leadership; Computer-aided technical applications; Production, process knowledge and skills; Problem solving and analysis; Skills needed: Decision making; Teamwork; Analytical skills; Creativity; Selfmanagement; Customer focus and responsiveness; Planning and organising; Proven computer literacy; Conflict Management; Communication (Written and verbal).

Remuneration

R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (OSD as prescribed.)

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.



By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.