Job Description

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to maintain, repair, rebuild and modify all construction and maintenance plant.
Minimum RequirementsAppropriate Trade Test Certificate (Diesel Mechanic); A valid Code EC driving license with valid PDP.
Recommendation Experience in the repair, rebuild, maintain and modify of diesel and petrol vehicles; Heavy and small plant and equipment (construction plant); Basic welding , fitting and turning; Auto electrical work; Basic spray painting.
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.
RemunerationGrade A: R 230 898 - R 256 263 per annum, Grade B: R 270 915- R 300 675 per annum, Grade C: R 314 751 -R 386 775 per annum (Salary will be determined as per OSD prescripts).Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD) are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
NotesNote: Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted. Kindly note that this is a re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied must re-applyShortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Western Cape Government