• Reference Number : REFS/023001
• Directorate : Management
• Number of Posts : 10

• Package : R193 356 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Mr Siphiwe Januarie Tel No: 011 355 3137/ Siphiwe.Januarie@gauteng.gov.za Thabiso Mphelo 011 355 3137/ Thabiso.Mphelo@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• Grade 10 and an equivalent recognized National Steam Certificate. A minimum of 1-3 years’ appropriate experience gained in operating boilers. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and Regulations. Planning, organizing, communication (verbal and written) skills are essential.

Duties :

• Makes requisition of chemicals from stores as required. Tests the quality of water of softeners as well as the returning flows of condensate water. Fills chemicals tank with required chemicals as prescribed. Top up salt in brine tank. Checks working conditions of chemical pumps. Tests total dissolve solids (TDS) and blow-down according to prescripts. Monitors the stream pressure constantly check the correct temperature of hot well tanks. Adjust the stocker for efficient steam delivery. Reports all defects timeously. Check the feed water pump-levels and hot well tanks for sufficient water supply to the boiler. Make sure that standby boilers and funnels are always full of water and chemicals. Controls the flow of fuel. Ensures that the boiler environment is well maintained, the proper usage of protective clothing, that the brine tank and water filter are cleaned as prescribed and the removal of ash from boilers, grit arrest and smoke box. Log all recordings as per the assessment in the logbook. Performs supervisory functions. Receives and sign off on the delivery of coal. Provides shift reports. Maintenance of shift/overtime register. Performs other related duties delegated by the Supervisor.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. An SMS Pre-Entry Certificate is mandatory when applying for Senior Management positions (Director-upwards) in the Public Service. NB: No appointment shall be effected without the recommended candidate producing a certificate of completion for the SMS Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela), offered by the National School of Government. SMS Pre-Entry Certificate can be obtained by registering on the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-courses/sms-pre-entryprogramme. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Application/s without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the respective HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tool. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) will be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime, where applicable is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Central Office, Johannesburg

Closing Date : 25-07-2025

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.