OPERATOR: HEAVY EQUIPMENT – CENTRAL MECHANICAL WORKSHOP
    (BELLVILLE) REF NO: DOI 116/2023

    PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE


    SALARY: R202 233 per annum (Level 05)

    CENTRE: Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government

    REQUIREMENTS

    Grade 10 certificate or equivalent; A minimum of 6 years relevant experience; A valid code EC driving license with a professional drivers permit (PDP) is required. Recommendation: Relevant experience in operating a forklift/ overhead cranes/ truck mounted cranes. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Loading, offloading and transporting (normal and abnormal) of road construction plant and equipment such as graders, loaders, rollers, sweepers, trucks, vans, busses; Written and verbal communication skills; Mechanical work to assist Artisans in the workshop; Draw up reports; Good interpersonal relations; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Good planning and problem-solving skills.

    DUTIES

    • Responsible for the transporting, loading and securing the road construction plant and equipment in the correct way as prescribed, on the trailer;
    • Supervise Trade Worker Aid; Maintain occupational health and safety standards;
    • Responsible to see that the services are done on time and check for leakages/ wear and tear;
    • Testing of all road construction plant on the test ground;
    • Emergency assistance at all times (local and at the field offices).

    ENQUIRIES: Ms M Van Wyngaardt Tel No: (021) 483 5713

    NOTE: 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.

    APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

    CLOSING DATE : 30 October 2023

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