Artisan Production Grade A, B & C (Welder) x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Artisan Production Grade A, B & C (Welder)
- Reference Number: FSNC 2026/07/07
- Employer: Department of Correctional Services
- Employment Type: Permanent (Appointment under the Public Service Act)
- Location (Centre): Mangaung (Free State and Northern Cape Region)
- Salary: R253,341 – R424,371 per annum
- Salary grade and notch will be determined according to the Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD) requirements and the successful candidate’s years of relevant experience.
Job Purpose
The Artisan Production (Welder) is responsible for performing welding and metal fabrication work, maintaining welding equipment, producing high-quality manufactured products, training offenders and apprentices, supporting workshop administration, preparing quotations and cost estimates, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards within correctional facilities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Welding and Fabrication
- Perform welding and fabrication work according to approved job requests.
- Manufacture and repair metal structures, equipment, and components.
- Read and interpret work orders and technical specifications.
- Carry out welding maintenance services.
- Ensure completed work meets required standards.
2. Production Services
- Execute work according to client requisitions and orders.
- Manufacture products within agreed specifications.
- Meet production deadlines.
- Ensure efficient workflow within the workshop.
3. Quality Control
- Inspect completed products.
- Apply quality control procedures to manufactured items.
- Ensure workmanship complies with technical standards.
- Correct defects where required.
4. Costing and Quotations
- Prepare product cost estimates.
- Compile supply quotations.
- Assist with pricing calculations.
- Support efficient use of workshop resources.
5. Workshop Administration
- Perform basic workshop administration.
- Maintain production records.
- Complete maintenance documentation.
- Prepare technical reports.
- Maintain job records and supporting documentation.
6. Training and Skills Development
- Train offenders in welding and fabrication skills.
- Mentor and supervise apprentices.
- Promote practical workplace learning.
- Monitor learner progress and competency development.
7. Resource Management
- Manage welding tools and equipment.
- Monitor the use of workshop materials.
- Ensure efficient utilisation of resources.
- Maintain workshop equipment in good working condition.
8. General Administration
- Perform administrative and related duties.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Ensure compliance with departmental procedures.
- Support workshop operations.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- An appropriate Trade Test Certificate (Welder) underwritten by the Manpower Training Act (Red Seal).
- A valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge Requirements
Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of:
- Welding and fabrication techniques.
- Metal production processes.
- Workshop operations.
- Quality assurance procedures.
- Occupational health and safety legislation.
- Legal compliance.
- Technical report writing.
- Production planning.
- Computer-aided technical applications.
Key Competencies
The successful candidate should possess:
- Technical analysis skills.
- Welding expertise.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Analytical thinking.
- Decision-making skills.
- Technical report writing skills.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Communication skills.
- Teamwork.
- Customer service orientation.
- Creativity.
- Self-management.
- Responsiveness.
- Production process knowledge.
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be:
- Professional.
- Reliable.
- Detail-oriented.
- Safety-conscious.
- Responsible.
- Organised.
- Quality-focused.
- Able to work independently.
- Able to work effectively in a team.
- Committed to producing high-quality workmanship.
Working Environment
The successful candidate will work within correctional facilities in the Free State and Northern Cape Region, where responsibilities include:
- Performing welding and fabrication work.
- Maintaining workshop equipment.
- Manufacturing and repairing metal products.
- Training offenders and apprentices.
- Managing workshop resources.
- Following strict health, safety, and security procedures.
Enquiries
For further information, applicants may contact:
- Ms Mokuni N.J.
- Ms Molutsoane N.
- Ms Radebe T.
- Ms Ramncwana B.
Telephone: 082 306 9027