Tradesman Aid (Electrical)

Department of Water and Sanitation
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 2 hours ago
Full-time Engineering
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Job Description

Requirements

  • Applicants must be in possession of an NQF level 3 qualification (Grade 10 or relevant qualification). Six (6) months trade-related experience in electrical maintenance. Knowledge of machinery repairs, service, and maintenance.
  • Knowledge of hand tools and power tools. Basic knowledge in maintenance of infrastructure and managing the water distribution for government water scheme. Basic knowledge in policy implementation. Good technical problem-solving abilities.
  • Basic knowledge of Government policies. Basic knowledge in Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act). Basic knowledge in understanding of Government procurement systems. Good interpersonal relations.

Duties

  • Provide assistance in maintenance of facilities, vehicles and equipment The successful candidate will be required to assist electrical artisans in execution of maintenance duties, repairs, clean service and safe keeping of equipment and tools according to standards of the machinery and electrical installations in various dams, reservoirs, pump stations and pipelines.
  • Assist and support the Artisan and other technical personnel in performing mechanical/electrical services which include the following: maintenance and repairs on equipment and perform inspections on tools and equipment after returning from tasks.
  • Carry tools and equipment and keep them in a good condition. Ability to carry out manual duties and receive instructions from supervisor. Willingness to perform other related duties. Loading and off-loading. Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Interested in this role?

You'll apply on Department of Water and Sanitation's own site before 13 November 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationDurban, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryEngineering
Posted5 November 2026
Closing Date13 November 2026
Department of Water and Sanitation
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

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