The South African Navy is seeking a skilled Artisan specializing in Welding/Civil Trades for its Facilities Division at Naval Base Simon’s Town. The role offers a competitive salary of R382,047 – R433,176 per annum and requires a Trade Test Certificate, 5+ years of post-qualification experience, and expertise in marine/diving environments. Key responsibilities include harbor maintenance, workshop management, and staff supervision. Applicants must submit a Z83 form before the closing date of 23 June 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
REFNO: NAVAL/18/19/25/40
SALARY: R382 047 – R433 176 per annum
CENTRE: Naval Base Simon’s Town: Facilities Division
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): Welding / Civil related trades
- Experience in the marine / diving environment would be an advantage
- Ability to work under water +/- 39m
- Knowledge of repairing maintaining and upgrading of harbour facilities
- Knowledge of safe keeping of job sites and materials
- At least 3 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity
- Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) in English at all levels and compile documentation
- Project Management experience
- Ability to work under pressure and meet target dates
- Ability to supervise, planning, organising and problem solving skills in the marine/diving environment
- Knowledge of the Public Service Act
- Advanced analytical thinking, interpersonal and decision-making skills
- Reasoning and ability to read and understand technical drawings
- Interpreting job requirements from instructions, drawings, samples, and templates
- Ability to operate equipment and applicable machinery
- Knowledge of safety
- Adhering to all safety and quality regulations
- Knowledge of legal compliance
- Excellent time management skills.
DUTIES:
- Repairing, maintaining and up-grading of harbors and facilities
- Managing a variety of tasks with regard to the Marine / Diving Workshops workload, staff and procuring of equipment and materials
- Supervising subordinates which includes training and assessments
- Administering Documentation.
ENQUIRIES: Lt Cdr J.R. Labuschange Tel No: (021) 787 5237 / 5242
APPLICATIONS:
- Ms A.M
- Kau-Tsoanyane, SA Navy, Fleet Command HQ, Private Bag X1, Simon’s Town, 7995 or email to [email protected]
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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