Chief Artisan: Equipment Maintenance Jobs

Government Printing Works Employment Opportunity

Position: Chief Artisan – Equipment Maintenance

Company Overview:

The Government Printing Works (GPW) is South Africa’s security printing authority, producing official documents including passports, ID cards, visas, and government publications. Based in Pretoria, we maintain high standards of quality and security in all operations.

Position Details:

• Employment Type: Full Time
• Minimum Education: Grade 10 Certificate (Matric preferred)
• Experience Required: 10+ years post-qualification experience
• Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
• Department: Engineering/Technical

Key Requirements:

• Completed apprenticeship with Mechanical Trade Test certification
• Proven supervisory experience (minimum 3 years)
• Valid driver’s license required
• Comprehensive knowledge of OHS and SHERQ regulations
• Experience in manufacturing environments preferred

Core Responsibilities:

• Oversee maintenance and repair of production equipment
• Lead engineering maintenance teams and optimize maintenance schedules
• Coordinate with production teams to minimize operational downtime
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations
• Prepare maintenance reports and implement process improvements

Application Process:

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the official DPSA government portal.

Note: No payment is required for any part of the recruitment process. Candidates are encouraged to use free CV templates for application preparation.