Correctional Services Artisan Foreman Grade A: Electrician Vacancy 2026 | Stipend: R397 329 per annum

Opportunity Overview

Correctional Services is seeking a qualified Artisan Foreman Grade A with an Electrician trade for a 12-month contract position. This role offers an opportunity to apply specialised technical skills and leadership within the public service sector.

The successful candidate will be based in the Free State and Northern Cape Region, specifically within the Colesburg Management Area. This position provides a stipend of R397 329 per annum, plus an additional 37% in lieu of benefits.

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate Trade Test Certificate (Red Seal) underwritten by the Manpower Training Act.
• Five (5) years of post-qualification experience as an Artisan.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies and Attributes:
• Team leadership
• Technical analysis knowledge
• Computer-aided applications
• Knowledge of legal compliance
• Technical report writing
• Production, process knowledge and skills
• Problem solving and analysis
• Decision making, teamwork and analytical skills
• Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness
• Communication, planning and organizing skills
• Conflict Management

Key Responsibilities

• Training and development of offenders.
• Management of administration tasks.
• Control over workplaces and tools.
• Inventory control and logistical administration.
• Efficient management of resources and work orders and compliance with administration.
• Design, production, maintenance, performance administrative and related functions.
• Maintain and advance expertise.
• Management of human and financial resources and assets.
• Management of performance information.