The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is inviting applications for the position of Artisan Foreman Grade A (Electrical) at Brewelskloof Hospital under the Cape Winelands TB Centre.
This position plays a key role in managing electrical maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety standards, and maintaining essential hospital infrastructure.
The department supports Employment Equity and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities.
Highlights
- Location: Brewelskloof Hospital, Cape Winelands TB Centre, Worcester
- Reference Number: WCD183/2025
- Type: Permanent
- Salary: R382,047 – R433,176 per annum (plus service benefits: 13th cheque, pension, housing, and medical aid allowance)
- Contact Person: Ms. L. Jendrissek – (023) 348 1397
- Closing Date: 14 November 2025
About the Role
The Artisan Foreman (Electrical) will oversee electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations across hospital facilities. The role requires a qualified and experienced professional to manage a technical team, ensure safety compliance, and maintain high standards of operational performance.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Management
- Plan and implement preventative maintenance schedules for all electrical systems and installations.
- Coordinate electrical repairs and project execution across the sub-district.
- Ensure compliance with the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85).
- Manage risks, faults, and incidents to ensure patient and staff safety.
- Maintain accurate job cards, registers, and reports for all maintenance activities.
Supervision and Leadership
- Supervise, mentor, and train technical staff in electrical work and new procedures.
- Oversee the day-to-day activities of artisans and assistants to ensure quality workmanship.
- Implement staff performance management and provide in-service training.
Quality Assurance and Administration
- Conduct quality control on all maintenance and repair work performed.
- Manage budgets, expenditure, and procurement for maintenance materials and tools.
- Compile, analyse, and submit detailed operational and performance reports.
- Ensure tools, machinery, and materials are effectively controlled and maintained.
Support and Compliance
- Support procurement processes for materials and electrical components.
- Conduct routine inspections to maintain compliance with safety and technical standards.
- Be available for standby, overtime, and emergency repair duties as required.
Minimum Requirements
- Trade Test Certificate in Electrical Artisanship.
- 5 years of post-trade test experience as an Artisan.
- Valid Wireman’s Licence.
- Code B/EB Driver’s Licence.
- Physically fit and able to perform manual duties.
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and public holidays when required.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, safety regulations, and fault-finding to component level.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work independently under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Proven experience managing a technical workshop and staff.
- Strong understanding of budgeting, stock control, and procurement processes.
