ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A TO C (MECHANICAL) is a South African government vacancy at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness. This job is part of Circular 18 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley | closing date: 12 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Grade 3: R345 342 per annum
Applications
Where to send your application.
Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online
Salary
Grade 1: R253 341 per annum Grade 2: R297 249 per annum
Grade 3: R345 342 per annum
Requirements
- Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in appropriate field.
- Experience: Grade A: No experience required.
- Grade B: At least 18 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate.
- Grade C: At least 34 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate.
- Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence.
- Ability to perform standby and overtime duties.
- Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate experience in the mechanical, general mechanical repairs and the ability to carry out basic general welding.
- Appropriate knowledge of Machinery, pumps, compressors, steam systems and sterilizing equipment.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure, with good organisational as well as team skills.
- Good communication skills (verbal and written).
- Ability to plan ahead (pro-active), as well as working in a team and to learn and comply with in-house systems and procedures.
- Conversant with the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Acts, NBR and SABA 1475.
- Ability to operate and use required tools and equipment skilfully and safely.
Duties
- (key result areas/outputs): Maintain and repair all plant and equipment at the Hospital under the supervision of the Artisan Foreman.
- Perform necessary administrative functions, train and supervise subordinates.
- Assist with the execution of engineering projects and control over tools and materials.
- Assist Artisan Foreman with his duties.
Enquiries
Mr P Sishuba, tel. no. (021) 938- 6100
Notes
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undergo a practical assessment.
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
SALARY : Grade 1: R253 341 per annum Grade 2: R297 249 per annum
Grade 3: R345 342 per annum
CENTRE : Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in appropriate field. Experience: Grade A: No experience required. Grade B: At
least 18 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Grade C: At least 34 years
appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant
Trade Test Certificate. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB)
driver’s licence. Ability to perform standby and overtime duties. Competencies
(knowledge/skills): Appropriate experience in the mechanical, general mechanical repairs and the ability to carry out basic general welding.
Appropriate knowledge of Machinery, pumps, compressors, steam systems and sterilizing equipment. Ability to work independently and under pressure,
with good organisational as well as team skills. Good communication skills
(verbal and written). Ability to plan ahead (pro-active), as well as working in a team and to learn and comply with in-house systems and procedures.
Conversant with the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Acts, NBR and SABA 1475. Ability to operate and use required tools
and equipment skilfully and safely.
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Maintain and repair all plant and equipment at the Hospital under the supervision of the Artisan Foreman. Perform necessary
administrative functions, train and supervise subordinates. Assist with the execution of engineering projects and control over tools and materials. Assist
Artisan Foreman with his duties.
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Sishuba, tel. no. (021) 938- 6100
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online
applications”)
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undergo a practical assessment.
CLOSING DATE : 12 June 2026, 17:00PM
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 18 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.