The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) is inviting qualified applicants to apply for ten (10) Trade Assistant vacancies within the Skills Development Branch at the INDLELA facility in Olifantsfontein. This is an accessible entry-level public sector opportunity offering a stable Level 03 government salary package for candidates with basic secondary schooling or ABET qualifications.
Job Overview and Summary
| Specification | Details |
| Position Title | Trade Assistant (10 Posts) |
| Reference Number | DHET 59/09/2026 |
| Branch & Directorate | Skills Development: Chief Directorate: Indlela Olifantsfontein |
| Salary Level | Salary Level 03 (R170 226 per annum) |
| Duty Station | Olifantsfontein, Gauteng |
| Minimum Requirements | Grade 10 / Standard 8 / ABET Level 4 |
| Experience Required | 1 to 2 years relevant technical or workshop experience is an added advantage |
| Closing Date | 18 September 2026 |
Key Duties and Core Responsibilities
Successful candidates will support trade test assessments and operational housekeeping at the INDLELA trade testing facility:
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Assessment Support: Provide trade test candidates with required tools, materials, and support services during practical assessment sessions.
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Material Preparation: Prepare assessment tools, machinery, and consumable stock properly a day before scheduled trade tasks.
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Workshop Safeguarding: Maintain secure custody of assessment areas, workshop tools, machinery, and allocated stock.
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Housekeeping & Cleanliness: Ensure general workshop cleanliness, proper storekeeping, and hygiene of tools and testing equipment.
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Maintenance & Asset Handling: Perform basic repairs and minor maintenance on testing aids and workshop machinery. Transport allocated assets to and from asset management units as required.
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Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) protocols within testing environments.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must possess a combination of practical workshop familiarity and communication capabilities:
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Technical Awareness: Basic technical background across trade testing environments and machinery operations.
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Health & Safety: Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act guidelines, basic safety compliance, and proper cleaning chemical usage.
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Resource Handling: Capability to select, prepare, and identify correct assessment tools, materials, and inventory items for specific trades.
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Basic Literacy: Communication, reading, and writing skills necessary to navigate workshop logs and instructions.
Related Opportunities and Career Resources
Job seekers interested in government technical posts, entry-level vacancies, and artisan training pathways can explore structured guidelines and updates via these career platforms:
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Browse government entry-level vacancies on jobsandcareeropportunities.co.za.
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Access guides on completing the digital Z83 application form on jobsandcareeropportunities.co.za.
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Discover technical and artisan development posts on jobsandcareeropportunities.co.za.
How to Apply and Enquiries
Applicants must submit their applications electronically using the online digital Z83 system provided by the Department of Higher Education and Training.
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Online Application Portal: Access the DHET e-recruitment system directly at http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply to complete your digital Z83 form and upload your CV.
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Required Documents: A fully completed digital Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications prior to interview dates.
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Telephonic Enquiries:
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Mr R Kgare: (012) 312 5165
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Ms XE Rikhotso: (012) 312 5513
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Ms P Morota: (012) 312 6389
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Official Application Link: Submit your digital Z83 and CV online directly via http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply before the closing date on 18 September 2026.
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