• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

Government Printing Works

Government Printing Works Career Opportunity

Chief Artisan: Examination Packaging and Finishing

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Employment Type: Full Time

The Government Printing Works (GPW) is South Africa’s security printing authority, specializing in official documents including passports, ID cards, visas, and government publications. We maintain high standards for secure document production and public service delivery.

Position Details

  • Minimum Education: Grade 10 Certificate or equivalent
  • Preferred Qualification: Grade 12 Certificate
  • Required Certification: Completed Mechanized Binding Trade Apprenticeship
  • Experience: 10+ years in Finishing Production environment
  • Supervisory Experience: Minimum 3 years

Essential Requirements

  • Proven expertise in mechanized binding and printing processes
  • Strong technical knowledge of production equipment maintenance
  • Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
  • Ability to work shifts and manage operational challenges
  • Excellent team leadership and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations of packaging/finishing equipment
  • Supervise production teams to meet quality targets
  • Maintain equipment performance through preventive maintenance
  • Implement quality control measures per SOP guidelines
  • Coordinate staff training programs
  • Ensure compliance with OHSA safety regulations
  • Optimize resource allocation for production schedules

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the official DPSA recruitment portal.

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