Lead Tradesperson

Job Overview

The South African Reserve Bank is seeking a skilled and experienced tradesperson to join our team as a Senior Artisan. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our mechanical systems, including wet services.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual with a strong background in plumbing and wet services to take on new challenges and contribute to the success of our organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform fault-finding and diagnostic work on mechanical sub-systems (wet services) using modified techniques within a defined context.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical sub-systems (wet services) and equipment, identifying possible component failure to enhance system capability.
• Test all work completed and close off assigned job cards on maintenance and project work.
• Interpret work instructions and drawings related to construction, alterations, modifications, enhancement maintenance, and operational projects.
• Apply statutory principles to comply with safety, health, and environmental requirements.
• Perform quality assurance on work done by external service providers for adherence to industry requirements and report to the supervisor.
• Prepare and submit weekly reports using standard templates, highlighting work completed and problem areas.
• Engage positively with clients and other stakeholders, including dealing with complaints and compliments.
• Address gaps in performance of tasks and activities against required standards.
• Perform maintenance standby duties as required.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must possess:

• a national trade test certificate in plumbing;
• NQF5 or N4 technical qualification or equivalent qualification; and
• three to five years' experience in a technical trade environment as a plumber.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• being conversant in the dynamics of high-rise and/or high-tech commercial office buildings;
• having working experience of maintaining various types of plumbing-related components & systems regarding wet services.