Artisan Plumber
Department
Department of Health
Location
ST Chads CHC
Salary
Grade 1: R237 453 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (optional), Homeowner Allowance (subject to meeting prescribed requirements), plus 8% Rural Allowance.
Closing date
05 Oct 2026
Reference number
STC02/2026
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number STC02/2026.
- Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
- Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
- Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 05 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.
Requirements
Grade 12 (senior certificate) N3/NQL 3. Passing a trade test in plumbing in terms of section (1 392) of the manpower training act 1981, as amended. Artisan Grade A: 0-2 years’ experience in plumbing field. Artisan Grade B: At least 14 years’ appropriate/recognizable experience in an area after obtaining the relevant trade certificate. Valid driver’s license. NB: work experience (certificate of service) endorsed by HR Office. Valid driver’s license Code 8/ 10. Certificate in Records Management. Knowledge, Skill, 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. 163
Duties
Installation, Repairs and maintenance of high pressure and low-pressure geyser. Installation and repairs to toilets, urinals and other ablution facilities such as shower and baths. Etc. Installation and repair to water sewerage reticulation system. Clear blocked drains, guttery, down pipes, wastewater lines and branch lines. Take and record water supply readings daily. Maintenance on fire hose main supply readings daily. Daily reporting fault, 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 gutter and down pipes and galvanized pipes. Compile and submit reports, provide input on the compilation of technical report. From part of multi-disciplinary team doing rounds in the hospital and clinics and necessary steps to fix all identified shortfall
Enquiries
Mr. SL Khoza Tel No: (036) 637 9600
How to apply
Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 34 of 2026.
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