Artisan Production: Plumber

Overview

Plumber needed at ST Chads CHC in KwaZulu-Natal to handle installation, repairs and maintenance of plumbing systems, geysers and ablution facilities.

Requirements

• Standard 10/ Grade 12 certificate.
• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in terms of section 13(9)(2)(h) of the Manpower Act of 1981 as amended.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• A minimum of 0-2 years’ experience as a Plumber in an appropriate field.
• Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and safety standards.
• Knowledge of basic maintenance and repair of broken pipes.
• Knowledge of safety systems of work.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Knowledge of Batho Pele principles.

Duties

• Installation, repairs and maintenance of high pressure and low-pressure geysers.
• Installation and repairs to toilets, urinals and other ablutions facilities such as shower and baths etc. installation and repairs to water and sewerage reticulation system.
• Clear blocked drains, gutters, down pipes, wastewater lines and branch lines.
• Take and record water supply readings daily.
• Maintenance on fire hose main supply, fire hose and fire hydrants.
• Daily reporting of faults, job progress and daily completion of job progress and daily completion of job card/ time sheets as per auditor’s instruction.
• Be prepared to visit primary health care clinics to perform maintenance duties when required.
• Installation of gutters and down pipes and galvanized pipes.
• Compile and submit reports, provide input on the compilation of technical reports.
• Deputize Artisan Foreman when required to do so.
• Form part of multi-disciplinary team doing rounds in the CHC and clinics and necessary steps to fix all identified shortfalls.
• Be prepared to work overtime and standby duties.
• To take necessary steps to fix all identified shortfalls.
• To take responsibility for in-house training and advancement of subordinates.
• To perform standby duties and after hours call outs.
• To supervise handyman and assist other tradesman aid when requested to do so by maintenance supervisor.
• Preference will be given to African Male

How to apply

applications: applicants are advised to utilise courier services when sending their applications to: St Chads CHC, corner of Helpmekaar & Ezakheni main road, Ezakheni, 3381. or alternatively, applications can be sent by e-mail to: Antony.Jele@kznhealth.gov.za FOR ATTENTION : The Human Resource Manager

Enquiries: Mr S.L. Khoza Tel No: (036) 637 9600

Notes

The following documents must be submitted: The advertisement of post must clearly spell out that the applicants for employment must submit fully completed latest Z83 form and detailed CV only. Copies of certified qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested for submission from shortlisted candidates. Application for Employment From effective 01/02/2021, which is obtainable at any Government Department or from thewebsitewww.kznhealth.gov.za . The Reference Number must be indicated in the column provided on Z83, e.g. STC 10/2026. NB: Certified copies should not be older than six months. Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. 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. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from State Security Service to the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualifications, citizenship and previous employment experience). Please note that applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months after the closing date of advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. No applications will be considered if received after the closing date. The Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all occupational categories in the institution. Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications must attach an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates who are invited for interviews. This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all occupational categories in the Department. Person with disabilities is encouraged to apply.