Artisan Assistant: Mechanical (M000140)
Listing reference: nwu_004385
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 5 June 2026
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: Mafikeng - Capital City
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (MAHIKENG CAMPUS)
DIVISION: FACILITIES
DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING COMPLIANCE
POSITION NUMBER: M000140
POSITION: ARTISAN ASSISTANT: MECHANICAL
PEROMNES GRADE: P13
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The purpose of this position is to supports qualified Artisans (such as Electricians, Carpenters, Plumbers, or Millwrights) in daily maintenance, repairs, and installations across university facilities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintenance Support:
- Assist Artisans in executing daily predictive and preventative maintenance activities on machinery and equipment.
- Assist with repairs, replacing damaged parts, and performing repairs on general building, electrical, or mechanical infrastructure.
- React promptly to breakdowns and assisting with troubleshooting to restore operational capacity.
- Ensure tools and equipment are properly accounted for, cleaned, stored, and maintained in good working condition.
- Assist with reporting faults, maintaining maintenance logs, and completing tasks as per issued job cards.
- Attend to all the calls assigned for mechanical work on integrated work management system (IWMS).
2. Technical Assistance:
- Assist the Artisan in inspecting, repairing, stripping, assembling, and maintaining machinery, equipment, or building infrastructure.
- Handle hand tools and electrical power tools for repairs, performing general housekeeping, and keeping the workshop clean and safe.
- Participate in scheduled inspections and routine maintenance of equipment.
- Ensure tools are maintained, participating in risk assessments, and completing technical tasks as per job cards.
3. Safety & Housekeeping:
- Ensure all work performed complies with OHS Act standards, SHEQ policies, and safety protocols.
- Assist in identifying hazards and mitigating risks during maintenance, electrical repairs, and plant operations.
- Assist with lock-out/tag-out procedures to ensure safe working conditions during electrical or mechanical maintenance.
- Participate in incident investigations and comply with emergency procedures.
4. Asset Management:
- Perform daily inspections of tools, equipment, and work sites, reporting all defects, faults, or safety risks to the senior artisan immediately.
- Safely store materials and equipment, manage consumables, and assist in maintaining an accurate inventory.
- Ensure tools are used correctly to prevent loss or damage and report any malfunctions or damage immediately to the artisan or supervisor.
- Ensure all machinery and equipment are used according to safety regulations (OHS act) to ensure longevity and safe operation.
- Assist with the physical verification of assets, such as tools and machinery, during audits.
Minimum requirements
- A Grade 12 (NQF Level 4).
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in executing maintenance work, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS):
- Foundational knowledge of maintenance processes related to plumbing, building, or electrical systems.
- Ability to assist in repairing, installing, and servicing equipment, machinery, or infrastructure.
- Knowledge of proper usage, maintenance, and safe handling of, hand tools and specialized equipment.
- Understanding of safety regulations (SHEQ), ISO standards, and safety parameters relevant to university infrastructure.
- Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, or plumbing systems.
- Ability to work with electronic job cards, spreadsheets, or maintenance management systems.
- Effective communication skills for reporting faults, completing job cards, and team collaboration.
- Ability to resolve technical issues promptly and efficiently.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Taking ownership of tasks and being a reliable team member.
- Ability to work according to strict planning schedules with measurable intermediate goals.
- Strict adherence to safety parameters, technical standards, and regulations.
- Effective communication for fault reporting and interacting with team members.
- Working effectively within a team structure, including supporting technical staff.
- Ability to function effectively under pressure and make decisions according to regulations.
- Willingness to learn or utilize computer literacy for electronic job cards and technical systems.
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr. Aobakwe Moseki, Tel: 018 389 2117
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr. Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951
CLOSING DATE: 05 June 2026
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
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