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Artisan Production Grade A: Security Foiling and Inkjet Numbering
Directorate: Security Printing
Closes Tuesday 17 November 2026: 16:00 walk-in, 23:59 online
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Artisan post operating and maintaining security foiling and inkjet numbering machines at Security Printing in Pretoria. Suits trade-tested printing artisans who can get security clearance.
- Set up, operate and maintain foiling and inkjet numbering machines according to work tickets and standard procedures.
- Carry out quality checks, keep daily production timesheets and records, and act on any non-compliance.
- Keep machines clean and report or request repairs; follow safety (SHERQ and OHSA) rules.
- Must have Grade 10 and a printing apprenticeship, plus a trade test certificate in Mechanised Bookbinding (special products printing, foiling and inkjet numbering).
- Grade 12 and computer literacy are an advantage. A positive security clearance is required. A valid driver's licence is an added advantage.
- Based in Pretoria. Salary R253 341 per year (OSD). Reference GPW 26/028; apply via the link stated in the advert. No closing date is stated in the text.
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Requirements
- Grade 10 and the completion of an appropriate printing apprenticeship.
- Trade test certificate in the Mechanised Bookbinding (special products printing, foiling and inkjet numbering processes).
- Grade 12 and computer literacy will be an advantage.
- Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance.
- A valid driver's license will be an added advantage.
Duties
- Set, adjust, operate, and maintain foiling and inkjet numbering equipment.as per the product requirement and standard operating procedures.
- Set up all jobs, maintenance, and repair, foiling, and inkjet numbering, sheeting, rewinding and perform quality checks.
- Ensure security documents are produced precisely, timely, and according to customer requirements.
- Safeguard and protect all security materials Ensure security foiling and inkjet numbering of printed material is undertaken as per predetermined work ticket specifications.
- Complete daily production timesheets accurately and perform quality checks to ensure finished products meet established quality standards and take necessary action for non-compliance.
- Clean and maintain machines and equipment according to schedule, ensuring the efficient and continuous running thereof.
- Perform/request general maintenance as needed.
- Ensure general housekeeping tasks are performed in the working environment.
- Ensure Safety, health, environment, risk and quality (SHERQ) Management in the division and comply with all OHSA safety requirements as well as SHERQ processes Provide support in developing Policies and strategies.
- Record production activities on equipment as per production codes and ensure that daily production reports submitted accurately and on time as required.
How to apply
Link: GPW 26/028
New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.
Enquiries
Mr T Khumalo Tel No: (012) 748 6329
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.
As printed in Circular 39 of 2026 · page 40 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 39/51: ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A: SECURITY FOILING AND INKJET NUMBERING REF NO: GPW 26/028 Directorate: Security Printing SALARY: R253 341 per annum, (OSD) CENTRE: Pretoria REQUIREMENTS: Grade 10 and the completion of an appropriate printing apprenticeship. Trade test certificate in the Mechanised Bookbinding (special products printing, foiling and inkjet numbering processes). Grade 12 and computer literacy will be an advantage. Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance. A valid driver's license will be an added advantage. DUTIES: Set, adjust, operate, and maintain foiling and inkjet numbering equipment.as per the product requirement and standard operating procedures. Set up all jobs, maintenance, and repair, foiling, and inkjet numbering, sheeting, rewinding and perform quality checks. Ensure security documents are produced precisely, timely, and according to customer requirements. Safeguard and protect all security materials Ensure security foiling and inkjet numbering of printed material is undertaken as per predetermined work ticket specifications. Complete daily production timesheets accurately and perform quality checks to ensure finished products meet established quality standards and take necessary action for non-compliance. Clean and maintain machines and equipment according to schedule, ensuring the efficient and continuous running thereof. Perform/request general maintenance as needed. Ensure general housekeeping tasks are performed in the working environment. Ensure Safety, health, environment, risk and quality (SHERQ) Management in the division and comply with all OHSA safety requirements as well as SHERQ processes Provide support in developing Policies and strategies. Record production activities on equipment as per production codes and ensure that daily production reports submitted accurately and on time as required. ENQUIRIES: Mr T Khumalo Tel No: (012) 748 6329 APPLICATIONS: Link: GPW 26/028