South African National Biodiversity Institute: Senior Artisan – Cape Town
South African National Biodiversity Institute
SeniorArtisan
Salary Level 6
SANBI offers basic annual salary of R241 485.00
Kirsten Bosch National BotanicalGarden,Cape Town National Botanical GardensDivision Reference Number: GKBC/2023/27
The South AfricanNational Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is lookingfora self-motivated individual to repair and maintain existing infrastructure and help with the development of new infrastructure by providing approved building standards.
A Grade 12, Job Specific Qualification, or equivalent qualification with NQF 4, OR a National Diploma, or Advanced Certificate, or equivalent qualification with NQF 6 and Trade Certificate. Higher Education Qualification/Advanced Diploma at NQF 7 will be an added advantage 5 years’ work experience in the relevant field when having Grade 12 Job Specific Qualification with NQF 4, OR 3 years’ work experience in the relevant field when having a National Diploma, or Advanced Certificate, or equivalent qualification with NOF 6.
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: Experience Facilities Management, Plumbing, Irrigation; Knowledge of Plumbing; Knowledge about Buildings; Knowledge on the Irrigation system; Project management knowledge and skills; Knowledge about Government Human Resource, procurement and financial management policies The possession of a valid B driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience.
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.
Please Note: 1) An application form (obtainable from SANBI website: www.sanbi.org must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicantshould befavourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimumqualifications are met(applicants lackingevidence 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 shareyourpersonal information includingspecial personal informationwith 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 criminalrecord checks.In this regard, by virtue of your application, youacknowledgethat SANBI’s authorized verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information toconductbackgroundscreening, verification ofqualificationsand other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. – .SANBIreservestheright notto fill this position. All applications willbe 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 Glynnis Webb on Tel: +27 (0)21 799 8635/8800 for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completedapplicationform, motivation letter,a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to [email protected] Postal applications must be addressed to: Deputy Director: Human Resources, South African National Biodiversity Institute, Private Bag X7, Claremont, 7735.
Closing Date: 25 August 2023
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 must consider their applications unsuccessful.
