ARTISAN CHIEF

Reference: PMMH 17/2026 (X1 POST). Salary: R499 470 – R569 541 per annum. Other Benefits Home Owner Allowance (conditions apply) ,13th Cheque (conditions apply), Medical Aid (Optional).. Requirements: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in terms of section 13(2)(h) of the Manpower Act, 1981, as amended. Valid driver's licence. A minimum of 10 years' post- qualification experience as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman. Experience in a regional hospital environment will be an added advantage. Experience in the supervision and management of artisans and maintenance personnel will be an added advantage. Experience in the management of contractors and maintenance contracts will be an added advantage. Knowledge, Skills Training Duties: Manage, coordinate and monitor the provision of technical and maintenance services at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital. Supervise and manage artisans, artisan foremen, maintenance personnel and support staff. Conduct performance management in terms of Employee Performance Management and Development Systems (EPMDS). Plan, coordinate and implement preventative and corrective maintenance programmes. Investigate technical problems and ensure that appropriate remedial action is taken. Ensure that maintenance work is performed according to prescribed technical standards, specifications and applicable legislation. Manage and monitor maintenance projects from planning through to completion. Monitor the performance of contractors and ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Ensure effective utilisation and control of human, financial, material and technical resources. Prepare, scope of works, specifications, technical reports, project reports, maintenance schedules and other relevant documentation. Participate in the preparation and management of maintenance budgets. Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety, environmental and other statutory requirements. Provide technical advice and guidance to management and relevant hospital departments. Participate in inspections, audits and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure that equipment, infrastructure and building services are maintained in a safe and functional condition. Investigate and respond to complaints relating to infrastructure and maintenance matters. Promote effective communication, teamwork and service delivery within the technical services environment. Perform any other duties delegated by the supervisor or hospital management. Government vacancy from Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026.