Public Health jobs in Elgin, Western Cape

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to a practical test.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Grade 10 (or equivalent).

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate experience in general building maintenance, minor repairs and/or assisting Artisans with maintenance activities in a building, institutional or similar environment.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Basic technical and maintenance knowledge. Ability to perform minor maintenance and repair work and safely use hand and power tools. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements and safe working practices. Good practical problem-solving skills, technical aptitude and attention to detail. Good planning, organisational, time-management and record-keeping skills. Ability to follow technical instructions and work independently and as part of a team. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritise work, demonstrate reliability and accountability, and exercise care in the use of tools, equipment and materials.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Perform minor maintenance and repairs to hospital buildings, infrastructure, fixtures, fittings and equipment. Assist with plumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting, glazing, mechanical and general building maintenance activities. Assist Artisans with repairs, installations, alterations, preventative maintenance and minor infrastructure improvement and refurbishment projects. Prepare work areas, tools, equipment and materials and assist with dismantling, installation, assembly and movement of equipment and components.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid Code B/EB/C1 driver’s licence. Ability to perform heavy physical labour. Available to perform standby and overtime duties.

ENQUIRIES

Mr. L Du Plessis, tel. no.: (044) 802-4488

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.