Artisan (Production Level): Central Mechanical Workshop (Paarl) – 2 posts available, Ref No. DOI 53/2025 needed at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to render technical design, production, operation and maintenance services.

Minimum Requirements    

• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate (Diesel Mechanic); A valid driving license (Code EC or higher).

Recommendation    

• Working experience maintaining diesel vehicles including earthmoving machines.

Key Performance Areas    

• Maintain, repair, rebuild and modify all vehicles, construction plant and equipment to standard; Supervise Trade Worker Aid and Apprentice; Maintain occupational Health and Safety standards; Technical skills such as analysing, legal compliance and computer aid applications; Perform administrative duties which include complete log forms and timesheets, initiate orders and writing reports.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Mechanical work on construction plant and equipment and vehicle (test); Maintain good interpersonal relations; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Verbal and written communication skills; Good planning and problem solving skills; Good time management skills.