Senior Artisan – Generalist

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to repair and maintain existing infrastructure and help with the development of new infrastructure by providing approved building standards.

This position requires a Trade Certificate with a Red Seal in plumbing, irrigation systems, project management, OR equivalent at NQF Level 5. Higher Education Qualification at NQF 6 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 5 years of technical work experience in the relevant field of Artisanship.

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: extensive experience in facilities management, plumbing, building, irrigation systems, and project management is essential;  comprehensive knowledge about buildings, and approval of building standards; good knowledge of government human resources, procurement, and financial management policies, procedures, and processes; advanced planning, organizing, and problem solving skills; ability to work under pressure whilst being safety conscious including ability to work with diverse team; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook) will be advantageous. The possession of a valid driver’s license with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Ensure effective workshop maintenance and repairs;
• Conduct irrigation maintenance services;
• Ensure effective management of fleet, machinery, store and workshop;
• Conduct effective facility and infrastructure management;
• Ensure proper management of materials; and
• Ensure effective provision of health safety and risk management services.

Application process

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for the position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.

Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorised verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Contact Ms Zena Appollis on Tel: +27 (0)21 799 8647/8800 for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentct@sanbi.org.za.

Postal applications are to be addressed to:

Deputy Director: Human Resources,
South African National Biodiversity Institute,
Private Bag X7,
Claremont, 7735.

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates may consider their applications unsuccessful.