Artisan Foreman Grade A (X5 Posts)

🛠️ Artisan Foreman Grade A (X5 Posts) – Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure

📍 Locations & Reference Numbers:

• Vhembe District:

  • Malamulele Building Maintenance (Plumbing) – Ref No: S.4/3/2/21 (X1 Post)

  • Mutale Building Maintenance (Bricklaying) – Ref No: S.4/3/2/96 (X1 Post)

• Sekhukhune District:

  • Nebo Building Maintenance (Carpentry) – Ref No: S.4/3/2/87 (X1 Post)

• Mopani District:

  • Phalaborwa Building Maintenance – Ref No: S.4/3/8/109 (X1 Post)

  • Giyani Building Maintenance – Ref No: S.4/3/8/110 (X1 Post)

    💰 Salary: R397 329 per annum (OSD)

    🕒 Job Type: Permanent

    📌 Sector: Building Maintenance / Trades (Plumbing, Bricklaying, Carpentry) / Public Sector

    📁 Component: Building Maintenance

    📅 Apply before: 25 September 2026 at 16h30

🏢 About the Employer – Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure (Limpopo)

The Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure is responsible for maintaining state facilities, government buildings, and public infrastructure across the province. The department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

🎯 Purpose of the Role

The Artisan Foreman (Grade A) supervises building maintenance teams, plans trade workflows, executes repairs, conducts technical quality assurance, and manages human and material resources across designated district building maintenance centers.

📝 Key Responsibilities

• Design & Technical Production: Supervise and produce technical designs per client specifications; manufacture or assemble structural items according to trade standards and conduct quality assurance.

• Maintenance & Facilities Repair: Inspect government facilities and equipment for technical faults; perform, supervise, and test repairs across plumbing, bricklaying, carpentry, or general building trades; execute scheduled preventive maintenance.

• Administrative Governance & Procurement: Maintain fault-repair registers, request quotations, order maintenance materials, produce operational reports, and enforce strict Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations.

• Resource & Staff Supervision: Supervise, schedule, and mentor artisan staff and general workers; manage resource allocation and operational work plans.

• Continuous Development: Stay updated on modern building techniques, materials, and safety tools through literature studies and technical training.

✅ Job Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate.

• An appropriate Trade Test Certificate as recognized by SAQA in Plumbing, Bricklaying, Carpentry, or relevant building trade.

• Minimum of five (5) years’ post-qualification experience as a qualified Artisan.

• A valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities).

• Technical Competencies: Team leadership, technical analysis, computer-aided technical applications, trade safety compliance, technical report writing, and process knowledge.

• Generic Competencies: Problem-solving and analysis, decision-making, financial awareness, customer focus, planning and organizing, and conflict management.

🌟 Company Values & Culture

Employees within the Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure are expected to demonstrate:

• Craftsmanship excellence, structural durability, and public property preservation

• Zero tolerance for safety hazards and substandard workmanship

• Commitment to efficient service delivery and responsive maintenance support

📧 How to Apply

Applications must be submitted using the New Z83 form (2021 version) (obtainable from any Public Service Department or online at www.dpsa.gov.za). All fields in Part A, B, C, and D must be fully completed. Please ensure your Z83 is signed and clearly references the specific Reference Number of your preferred post and location:

• Malamulele (Plumbing): Ref No: S.4/3/2/21

• Mutale (Bricklaying): Ref No: S.4/3/2/96

• Nebo (Carpentry): Ref No: S.4/3/2/87

• Phalaborwa: Ref No: S.4/3/8/109

• Giyani: Ref No: S.4/3/8/110

Application Options:

• Option 1: Online via eRecruitment

  Submit online via erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za.

  Note for Online Applicants: When applying through the eRecruitment system, you MUST attach your completed Z83, detailed CV, and copies of your qualifications, ID, and valid driver’s license.

• Option 2: Physical Hand Delivery / Postal Submission (District Specific)

  If submitting physically or via post, submit only your completed Z83 form and detailed CV (copies of qualifications/ID will only be requested if shortlisted).

  • Vhembe District: Cnr. Traffic and Raluswielo Street, Sibasa / Private Bag X2248, Sibasa, 0970.

  • Sekhukhune District: Lebowakgomo Zone A, next to traffic department / Private Bag X02 Chuenespoort, 0745.

  • Mopani District: 570 Parliamentary Building, Giyani / Private Bag X576, Giyani, 0826.
    

📞 Enquiries

For position-related queries, please contact:

• Vhembe District: Mr. MF Mavhungu, Ms. M Muthabi, Mr. TI Tshipuke — ☎️ Tel: (015) 963 3790

• Sekhukhune District: Ms. Makalela RC, Mankge LJ, Mr. Mathabatha MJ — ☎️ Tel: (015) 636 8300 / 8330

• Mopani District: Mr. P Malesa, Ms. KS Mabunda, Ms. P Bila — ☎️ Tel: (015) 811 4000 / 4070 / 4075
  

🌍 Why Join the Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure?

As an Artisan Foreman, you will lead hands-on technical teams in maintaining, repairing, and preserving public service facilities and government infrastructure across Limpopo Province.