JOB GRADE: B1
Reference Number: DY24/05/02
Armscor Dockyard, situated in Simons Town in the Western Cape, has a vacancy for a Handyman. Applications are invited from people meeting the qualifications and experience requirements set out below.
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To assist skilled Chief Handyman, Supervisor or Section Manager with a variety of scaffolding activities, maintenance and services. To supply an effective and efficient scaffolding service to the South African Navy and Armscor Dockyard.
CRITICAL PERFORMANCE AREAS:
- Erection of Scaffolding on-board vessels, in workshops and in the dockyard area.
- Maintenance and upkeep of all scaffolding equipment.
- Understand and apply all applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
- Transport variety of tools, equipment and supplies safely to the job site to enable work to progress efficiently.
- Cleaning equipment as guided and directed.
- Safely utilise basic hand and power tools.
- Assist with docking and undocking of vessels at the Dry Dock and Synchrolift under the guidance of the Dock master.
- Perform general cleaning of workshop and mess areas by wiping up spills, sweeping, vacuuming and removing waste.
- Provide transport and lifting capability support by driving a fork lift and cherry picker.
- Cleaning of ablutions.
- Dusting and polishing of all office furniture and telephones.
- Remove all waste for disposal.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
- A certificate of competence for scaffold erecting will be an added advantage
- A forklift and cherry picker licence will be an added advantage
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 1 year experience in erecting and dismantling scaffold in an industrial or similar environment.
SPECIAL PROFICIENCY/SKILLS
- Ability to assist skilled workers in the execution of their duties.
- Knowledge of general hand and power tools.
- 5S Cleaning standards
- Basic safety practices
- Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
- Ability to work on a Scaffold
- Must be willing to work overtime
- Basic knowledge of Safety and Health Regulations
To apply, send your application to careersdy@armscor.co.za
NB: All applicants must indicate reference number of the position they are applying for in the subject heading.
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to reference checking, verification of personal data and security clearance as part of the selection process. In line with Armscor’ s commitment to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for applications is 20 AUGUST 2024. Late applications will not be considered.
Enquiries: Ms Rochelle Biegnaar (021 787 3187)