Artisan Production: Plumber REF NO: STC03/2026 at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

SALARY : R253 341 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (optional), Homeowner Allowance (subject to meeting prescribed requirements) 

REQUIREMENTS :

• Standard 10/ Grade 12 certificate. Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in terms of section 13(9)(2)(h) of the Manpower Act of 1981 as amended. Valid Driver’s License. A minimum of 0-2 years’ experience as a Plumber in an appropriate field. 
• Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and safety standards. Knowledge of basic maintenance and repair of broken pipes.
• Knowledge of safety systems of work. Ability to work independently. Ability to work under pressure. Good communication skills (both verbal and written). Knowledge of Batho Pele principles. 

DUTIES :

• Installation, repairs and maintenance of high pressure and low-pressure geysers. Installation and repairs to toilets, urinals and other ablutions facilities such as shower and baths etc. installation and repairs to water and sewerage reticulation system.
• Clear blocked drains, gutters, down pipes, wastewater lines and branch lines. Take and record water supply readings daily. Maintenance on fire hose main supply, fire hose and fire hydrants. Daily reporting of faults, job progress and daily completion of job progress and daily completion of job card/ time sheets as per auditor’s instruction.
• Be prepared to visit primary health care clinics to perform maintenance duties when required. Installation of gutters and down pipes and galvanized pipes. Compile and submit reports, provide input on the compilation of technical reports. Deputize Artisan Foreman when required to do so. Form part of multi-disciplinary team doing rounds in the CHC and clinics and necessary steps to fix all identified shortfalls.
• Be prepared to work overtime and standby duties. To take necessary steps to fix all identified shortfalls. To take responsibility for in-house training and advancement of subordinates. To perform standby duties and after hours call outs. To supervise handyman and assist other tradesman aid when requested to do so by maintenance supervisor. Preference will be given to African Male