Engineering · Circular 26 of 2026

Artisan Assistant (ELECTRICAL)

Department of Health and Wellness

Overview

Artisan Assistant (Electrical) position at Metro West in Retreat requiring Grade 10, electrical maintenance experience and a Code B driver's licence.

Requirements

  • Minimum requirement: Grade 10 or equivalent.
  • Experience: Appropriate experience of maintenance and repairs of electrical components.
  • Inherent requirements of the job: Ability to operate and use required tools and equipment skilfully and safely.
  • Ability to perform heavy physical labour.
  • A valid (Code B) driver’s licence.
  • Competencies (knowledge/skills): Conversant with the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Acts.

Duties

  • Perform standby duties.
  • Carry out minor maintenance and repairs of electrical fixtures and components.
  • Assist with repairs and emergency breakdowns (including after-hours repairs).
  • Assist with the control and requisitioning of material and parts.
  • Clean areas where work has been carried out.
  • Ensure that all tools and materials are available before commencing any tasks.
  • Assist the artisan Cadre in the execution of their respective duties.

How to apply

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

Enquiries: Mr D Bosman Tel No: (021) 918-1632

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a practical test. 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 26/229, sourced from the DPSA Circular 26 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Health and Wellness by 07 August 2026, 17:00 PM. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
Retreat, Western Cape
Salary
R201 093 p/a
Closing date
07 August 2026, 17:00 PM Closed
Reference
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