Artisan (Production): Electrical Services Maintenance

Requirements

• Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship.
• Trade Test Certificate in Electrical.
• Grade 12 will be an added advantage.
• Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance.
• No experience required.
• Experience in printing industry will be an added advantage.
• Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance.
• Good knowledge of applicable processes and equipment.
• Understanding of all relevant human resources legislative framework, regulations, and prescripts.
• Understanding of Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHREQ) management requirements Act, Skills Development Act.
• Understand the PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Duties

• Ensure and carry out efficient maintenance and repair of all equipment at GPW sites:
• Adhere to scheduled maintenance to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times, as instructed by GPW.
• Keep to the schedule to track and build an accurate history of equipment maintenance, through completion of maintenance work orders.
• Escalate and expedite maintenance operations that delay production or pose a risk to health, safety and environment.
• Signing off work orders when completed and providing evidence to Supervisor.
• Assist machine agents or OEM should it so be required.
• Inspect all electrical equipment as per agreed timelines and manufactures instructions.
• Report any signs of shortcomings and damage immediately to Supervisor.
• Perform and monitor quality assurance ensuring that all maintenance and repair work is compliant with the standards set by GPW and other relevant authorities:
• Review factors that could affect the quality of maintenance/repair work and put corrective measures in place if required.
• Monitor progress to track performance against the plan and to identify early warning signs.
• Work order management:
• Get orders from the supervisor every morning and attend to required jobs as soon as possible.
• Engage requestor, artisan, or supervisor responsible for the machine.
• Fill in the work order completely after attending to the fault.
• Report back to the supervisor with a work order that is completed.
• Close the work order, order material, or escalate to agent or OEM through the supervisor.
• Administration functions:
• Submit written and verbal reports to supervisor as per agreed timelines.
• Management of one’s leave.
• Time and attendance management.
• Attend standing and ad-hoc meetings as and when required.
• Attend training, workshops, courses, and any intervention proposed by supervisor, management or GPW.
• Ensure Safety, health, environment, risk, and quality (SHERQ) in the Division:
• Always Adhere to health and safety prescripts during all phases of maintenance on site.
• Proper use of PPE.
• Do regular risk assessments to eliminate injuries or incidents to operators, artisans, and anyone around the machine.
• Full adherence to any safety, health and environmental policy implemented within GPW and its sites.

How to apply

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Enquiries

Notes from the department

• All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only combined, in PDF and as one attachment.
• NB:
• Picture/Snapshot, Zipped, IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted.
• Indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email.
• Use the correct email address associated with the post.
• Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified.
• Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents.
• Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered.
• Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initiated and signed by the applicant as instructed below.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert.
• The Department does not accept applications via fax.
• Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered.
• Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
• The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of a SMS Pre- entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG).
• Prior to appointment, a candidate should therefore have proof that they have registered for the Pre-Entry Certificate and have completed the course.
• The cost for Nyukela is at the applicants own expense.
• The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training- course/SMS pre-entry programme.
• All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
• One must be a practical exercise, 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 es, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
• All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
• Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
• If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification).
• Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Your information will be used solely for the purpose of this process and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
• The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s).
• The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement.
• The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.
• It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts.