artisan (production level): fitter and turner, Ref No. DOI 11/2025 R1

Apply for artisan (production level): fitter and turner at department of department of infrastructure. Closing date 2026-03-23.

Job Summary

Department: department of infrastructure

Directorate: central mechanical workshop

Province: western cape

Reference: DOI 11/2025 R1

Closing Date: 2026-03-23

Salary: R243,597 - R270,357

No Of Vacancy: 1

Centre: Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government.

Minimum Qualification

Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Fitting and Turning.

Experience Required

Post-Trade Experience in Heavy Machinery and Mechanical Maintenance

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Technical analysis of mechanical systems
  • Knowledge of legal compliance and safety standards (OHS Act)
  • Technical report writing
  • Problem-solving and fault-finding
  • Planning and organizing workshop tasks
  • Decision-making under production pressure
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Conflict management and teamwork.

Requirements

Post-qualification experience in the repair and maintenance of road construction plants, heavy vehicles, or similar mechanical equipment.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Design and produce mechanical objects and components according to client specifications and production limits
  • Execute production tasks using specialized materials and equipment following recognized industry standards
  • Conduct thorough inspections of equipment and facilities to identify and diagnose technical faults
  • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on road construction machinery
  • Compile and submit technical reports and administrative documentation
  • Maintain technical expertise by staying updated with new technologies and mechanical procedures.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

  • Grade A: R243597 - R270357 PER ANNUM (SALARY WILL BE DETERMINED AS PER OSD PRESCRIPTS)..

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mr E Louw at Tel No: (021) 959 7700

Reference No:

DOI 11/2025 R1

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: DOI 11/2025 R1
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

For job applications in South Africa, you can easily access the official Z83 form in two convenient ways: Download Z83 (PDF) for a ready-to-use version, or choose the Editable New Z83 Form to complete online before printing. Both options ensure compliance with government requirements and save time during the application process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the focus is on road construction plants (e.g., graders, rollers, pavers) and heavy vehicle spare parts. Experience in a heavy mechanical workshop environment is highly beneficial.
Yes. Shortlisted candidates must undergo a technical exercise. This typically involves a practical demonstration of fitting and turning skills, such as reading technical drawings or using workshop machinery (lathes/milling machines).
This is an OSD (Occupational Specific Dispensation) post. The salary within Grade A is determined based on the number of years of experience gained after successfully passing your Trade Test.

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