Senior Artisan Fitter at SARB

Senior Artisan: Fitter – CSD

Pretoria, South Africa

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Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Conduct routine preventive maintenance and performance checks on mechanical equipment.
• Perform fault-finding in the sub-systems or equipment and determine possible component failure to enhance system capability.
• Perform corrective maintenance on sub-systems, followed by testing and commissioning to verify proper operation in line with design specifications.
• Apply relevant statutory principles to maintain adherence to safety, health, environmental, and quality standards.
• Respond promptly to mechanical-related breakdowns and emergencies. 
• Respond to emergency situations and provide assistance as directed. 
• Assist in vendor selection and soliciting bids for mechanical services. 
• Ensure work orders (job cards) are managed in accordance with the service level standard and that timely feedback is provided.
• Provide technical guidance to ensure mechanical system design and maintenance comply with legislative and safety, health, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Supervise contractors and service providers to ensure compliance with contractual agreements, budgetary restrictions, and safe operating procedures. 
• Perform quality assurance on work done by external service providers for adherence to industry requirements and report to the supervisor.
• Contribute to the development of maintenance plans and the operational budget.
• Assist in defining the scope of work for maintenance contracts and support in contract administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Engage positively with stakeholders and clients (including handling clients’ complaints and compliments).
• Willingly address any gaps in own performance of tasks and activities against the required standard.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• A valid National Trade Test Certificate in Mechanical – Fitter &Turner, or Fitter.
• An NQF4 technical qualification 
• Three to five years’ experience in a technical trade environment.
• Valid driver’s license. 

Working experience in:

• The service and maintenance of wets services, i.e. domestic hot and cold-water systems, sewer plants, drainage systems.
• The service and maintenance of water pressurised systems (pressure reducing valves, pilot valves, pipe work, and so forth).
• Working experience of commercial heat pump systems 
• Conversant in the dynamics of a high-rise and/or high-tech commercial office and building environment.
• Maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Basic welding and metal work.

Knowledge and skills of:

• Electrical maintenance procedures.
• The Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.
• Risk management related to occupational health and safety.
• Problem-solving.
• The reading of floor plans, and electrical drawings and diagrams.
• Computer literacy (i.e. the Microsoft Office suite).
• Good communication skills (verbal and written); and
• Competency in operation and maintenance of machinery in building facilities.
• Must perform standby duties
• Must reside in an area within maximum of 60 min travelling time or be willing to relocate to closer to work.   

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.Apply Now

Job Info

• Apply Before07/10/2026, 11:55 PM
• Locations Head Office, Level LG, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002, ZA

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