The South African Navy, Fleet Command HQ, is seeking to fill two Artisan positions at Radio Station Goedverwacht in Durbanville. This role requires an appropriate Trade Test Certificate and a minimum of five years of post-qualification experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and repairing sophisticated communications equipment and peripherals, implementing corrective actions on essential systems like diesel generators, and supervising contractors. Key skills include advanced diagnostic and fault-finding abilities, knowledge of thermionic emission principles, and proficiency in reading circuit diagrams. The position offers a salary between R382,047 and R433,176 per annum. Applicants must note the special working conditions, including performing shift work in an underground facility. The closing date for applications is 16h00 on 23 June 2025.
REFNO: NAVAL/18/19/25/36 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY: R382 047 – R433 176 per annum
CENTRE: Fleet Command HQ: Radio Station Goedverwacht, Durbanville
CLOSING DATE: 23 June 2025 at16h00 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).
REQUIREMENTS:
- Appropriate Trade Test Certificate
- 5 years post qualification experience as an Artisan
- Valid driver’s license
- Special requirements (Skills needed): Diagnostic ability (fault find to modular / component level and effect repair)
- Knowledge of Thermionic Emission principles
- Ability to read and understand circuit diagrams
- Proven ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) in English at all levels
- Teamwork skills
- Computer skills: Proficiency in MS Office packages and computer aided technical applications
- Supervision and management skills
- Knowledge of Legal compliance
- Ability to write Technical reports
- Knowledge and skills of Conflict Management and OHS Act
- Planning and organizing skills.
DUTIES:
- Maintain and repair communications equipment and their peripherals
- Implement corrective action to essential equipment when required (diesel generators, power distribution, air cooling systems, etc)
- Supervise contractor’s work
- Perform tasks delegated by superiors.
ENQUIRIES: Mr R.J. Cameron Tel No: (021) 787 2480/3/4
APLICATIONS : Ms A.M. Kau-Tsoanyane, SA Navy, Fleet Command HQ, Private Bag X1, Simon’s Town, 7995 or email to [email protected] NOTE : Own transport required. Must be able to work in an underground location with mechanical air and lightning. Member will be required to perform shift work and overtime (days, night and weekends) in an Underground Facility.
NOTE:
- Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department office i.e effective 01 January 2021 or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/
- Should an application be received using incorrect application employment form Z83, it will be disqualified, which must be originally signed and dated by the applicant and which must be accompanied by a detailed CV only (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience)
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview which should not be older than six months
- Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in applications being disqualified
- Applicants applying for more than one post must submit a separate form Z83 (as well as the documentation mentioned above) in respect of each post being applied for
- If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing
- Should an application be received where an applicant applies for more than one post on the same applications form, the application will only be considered for the first post indicated on the application and not for any of the other posts
- Under no circumstances will Photostat copies or faxed copies of application documents be accepted
- The successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks and qualification and employment verification)
- Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes
- The level of appointments is dependent upon, qualifications, relevant experience and research output
- The shortlisted candidates will be subjected to two (2) preentry assessments (practical and ethical exercise) which will determine the candidate’s suitability
- Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback within 3 (three) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful
- Due to the large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only
- For more information on the job description(s) please contact the person indicated in the post details
- Successful candidates will be appointed on probation for the period of twelve (12) months in terms of the prescribed rules
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