CHIEFARTISAN

POST :CHIEFARTISAN NOOFPOSTS :01 CENTRE :UMGUNGUNDLOVUHEALTHDISTRICTOFFICE REF.NO. :UMG/2026/12 REMUNERATION :GRADEA:R499470perannum OTHERBENEFITS:13thcheque,medical-aid(optional)homeownersallowance(employeemustmeetthe prescribedrequirements) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST ? Appropriate Trade Test Certificatein terms of section 13(2)(h) of the Manpower Act of 1981 as amended ? Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent ? National Diploma electrical/mechanical or civil engineering ? Valid Driver’s License. ? Ten (10) years post qualificationexperiencerequired as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND COMPETENCE ? Project management ? Technical design and analysis knowledge ? Computer-aided technical applications ? Knowledge of legal compliance ? Technicalreport writing and Develop Technical specification. ? Technical consulting ? Problemsolving and analysis ? Decision making ? Change management ? Financial management ? Customer focus and responsiveness ? Communication ? Computerskills ? Planning and organising KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: ? 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 inputs into existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology ? Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications. ? Provide inputs into the budgeting process; ? Compile and submit reports as required; ? 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; and ? Manage the commercial value add of the discipline-related activities and services. GROWINGKWAZULU-NATALTOGETHER ? Manage the development, motivation and utilization of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of technical services according to organizational needs and requirements. ? Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives. ? 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 the accountants; and ? Maintaining relevant document filing systems including specifications, projects, financial records. ENQUIRIES: Mr NC Madlala Telephone Number: 033 897 1000 CLOSING DATE: 25 September 2026