Health · Circular 24 of 2026

Artisan Assistant

Department of Health and Wellness

Overview

Assist artisans with repairs, general maintenance and installation projects at Eerste River Hospital.

Requirements

  • Minimum educational qualification: NQF 3 (Grade 10 or equivalent).
  • Experience: Appropriate experience in maintenance, repairs, and assisting artisans with equipment and building upkeep.
  • Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence.
  • Perform standby duties and work overtime when required.
  • Must be physically fit to perform duties, to lift and load heavy items.
  • Competencies (knowledge/skills): Adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act 1993 and its relevant regulations.
  • Computer literacy and good communication skills.
  • Competent with hands–on practical work experience.
  • Ability to lean quickly and adapt to new tasks.
  • Strong attention to detail and committed to deliver quality work.

Duties

  • All repairs and general maintenance of equipment and buildings in the hospital.
  • Maintain equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
  • Assist Artisans with maintenance, repairs, and installation projects.
  • Complete and return repair requisitions and further keep a record of all repairs.
  • Assist in ordering and controlling the materials and workshop tools.
  • Train and develop staff, and clean areas where work has been carried out.

How to apply

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries: Mr J Levy Tel No: (021) 902-8077

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. OTHER POSTS

Post 24/311, sourced from the DPSA Circular 24 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Health and Wellness by 24 July 2026, 17:00PM. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
Eerste River, Western Cape
Salary
R201 093 p/a
Closing date
24 July 2026, 17:00PM
Reference
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Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.