CHIEF ARTISAN

Job Overview

The Umgungundlovu Health District Office is hiring a Chief Artisan (Infrastructure component) on a Grade A salary scale of R499 470 per annum plus benefits. Candidates must possess a Matric, a relevant Trade Test Certificate, a National Diploma in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering, and 10 years of post-qualification experience as an Artisan or Artisan Foreman. Responsibilities include managing technical services, staff, budgets, quality assurance, and project compliance. Applications must be submitted via the Z83 form either by hand, courier, or the online e-Recruitment system.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent
• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in terms of section 13(2)(h) of the Manpower Act of 1981 as amended
• National Diploma in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering
• Ten (10) years post qualification experience required as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman
• Valid Driver's License
• Knowledge of Project management, technical design and analysis, computer-aided technical applications, and legal compliance
• Skills in technical report writing, developing technical specifications, technical consulting, problem solving, decision making, change management, and financial management
• Good communication skills (written and verbal), computer skills, and planning and organizing abilities

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Technicians/Artisans and associates in Hospitals, CHCs, field, workshops and technical office activities
• Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Provide input into existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology
• Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications
• Provide input into the budgeting process, compile and submit reports, and provide and consolidate inputs to the technical operational plan
• Manage artisans and related personnel and assets
• Control and monitor expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management
• Manage the commercial value add of the discipline-related activities and services
• Manage the development, motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline
• Manage subordinates' key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking corrective actions
• Ensure continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures
• Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on technical/engineering-related matters
• Preparation of documentation and other material required by accountants and maintaining relevant document filing systems

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