ARTISAN (MECHANIC)

Closing Date: 17 June 2022
Salary: R 245 012.96 – R 318 025.36 (T10 )

DIRECTORATE        ENGINEERING SERVICES 

DIVISION                FLEET MANAGEMENT 

SECTION                MECHANICAL WORKSHOP

BASIC SALARY        R 245 012.96 - R 318 025.36 (T10) + MUNICIPAL BENEFITS 

REF NO:                 NOTICE 93 of 2022

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES ● Trade Tested Artisan (Mechanical) ●2 to 3 years relevant experience   

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS: ● Valid Code C driver’s License with PrDP  ●  Computer literate (MS Office Applications) ● Proficiency in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak) ● Good human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ●High level of responsibility ● Ability to work under pressure ● Must be physically fit and able bodied● Required to work in all weather conditions ●Work outside normal office hours, on standby, during emergencies and planned overtime.

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:  ●Attends to and control the setup, work in progress and completion of specialised tasks associated with repair and maintenance of petrol/diesel driven vehicles  ● Attends to and control tasks / activities of subordinates ●  Control activities/ sequences associated with trouble shooting/ fault finding and repairing mechanical breakdowns ● Checking the status of hydraulic driven mechanisms, electronic components and replacing defective parts ● Comply to safety procedures and guidelines (Occupational Health and Safety Act, 85 of 1993) ●Attends to procedural administrative requirements, record keeping and reporting deadlines ●Driving and testing vehicles to assess operating functionality and safety ●.Keeps abreast of emerging trends and technologies in the profession

Work related enquiries can be directed to Acting Fleet Manager: Mr. C Adams; email- cadams@plett.gov.za or on tell: 044 501 3000.

For general enquiries contact Mr. J Williams or Ms. L Clark on telephone no:  044 501 3418.

Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests

Application forms are available on the Bitou website ((www.bitou.gov.za). A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.

Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Please Note:

1. ONLY hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
2. Please complete the Reference Checking Consent & Authorization Form which is available on the Municipality’s Website. (Compulsory)
3. NO LATE APPLICATIONS will be considered. Canvassing of Councillors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.

M MEMANI

MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                                                CLOSING DATE: 17 June  2022 @14h00

If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a short list is compiled.