Tradesman Aid (7 POSTS)
Job Overview / Description
Position Title: Tradesman Aid
Reference Number:FMTE 01/08/2025 (x6 Posts – Bloemfontein)
FMTE 02/08/2025 (x1 Post – Welkom)
Salary: R163,680 per annum (Level 02)
Centre(s):Bloemfontein
Welkom
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Application Closing Date: 19 September 2025
- Enquiries: Mr. J. Kwalepe –060 843 5868
- Applications To Be Sent To:
Email: recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za
Post: Private Bag X20616, Bloemfontein, 9300
Physical Delivery: Application Box, Old Standard Bank Building, Cnr Charlotte Maxeke and West Burger Street, Bloemfontein
Tel (HR): 083 555 9270
Job Purpose:
To assist artisans and technical staff with maintenance, repairs, and preparation of materials and tools within the workshop/assessment area, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and proper functioning of machinery and equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist mechanical artisans with maintenance, repair, and servicing of machinery and mechanical installations
Carry and maintain tools and equipment in proper working condition
Prepare materials and tools in advance for assessment tasks
Ensure workshop and assessment areas are clean and safe
Perform minor maintenance and repairs on equipment and aids
Safeguard tools, machinery, and consumable materials
Transport assets from and to the asset management section as required
Minimum Requirements:
Qualification:
Grade 10 or equivalent qualification recognized by SAQA
Six (6) months of trade-related experience/qualification
Skills and Knowledge:
Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Basic knowledge of cleaning materials and safety procedures
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
Technical understanding of tools and machinery
Ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance tasks
Additional Notes:
Employment Equity: Preference will be given to women and persons with disabilities in line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.
No hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), along with a detailed CV.
No qualifications or documents are required at the application stage – only if shortlisted.
Shortlisted candidates will be subject to background checks, verification, and possible skills testing.
Applicants who do not receive a response within 6 months should consider their application unsuccessful.