Department of Government Printing Works

Artisan Chief Grade A: Production

Salary or stipendR499 470 per annum, (OSD)

The Department of Government Printing Works is looking for a Artisan Chief Grade A: Production. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

PretoriaApplications close 13 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/36, page 30

Reference number: GPW 26/013 (X2 POSTS) Directorates: Security Printing and Commercial Printing
Appointment: Permanent
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 13 November 2026
Centre: Pretoria
Directorate: Keep up to date with new developments in the functional area, ensuring optimum production in the

What you will need

Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship in Craft Bookbinding, Mechanised Bookbinding or Packaging, with an appropriate Printing Trade Test Certificate.
Grade 12 and computer literacy will be an advantage.
Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance.
Specialised knowledge of binding, packaging and finishing 31 processes and equipment is required.
A valid driver's licence will be an added advantage.

Experience

A minimum of 10 years' post-apprenticeship appropriate experience in the printing industry, of which at least 5 years must be in Craft Bookbinding, Mechanised Bookbinding or Packaging, and at least 3 years must be proven supervisory experience.

Driver's licence

A valid driver's licence will be an added advantage.

Key responsibilities

Planning and coordinating production to meet quality, output, and turnaround targets.
Overseeing automated, semi-automated and manual finishing, binding and packaging processes.
Managing examination packaging, hard-cover binding, thread-sewn books, book-cover printing, collating, numbering, pasting, drilling, and stapling.
Controlling wastage, protecting confidential and security products and verifying production and packaging quantities.
Monitoring quality, investigating defects, implementing corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with ISO standards where applicable.
Maintaining production records, analysing productivity trends, preparing reports, and approving completed batches for dispatch.
Ensuring equipment is cleaned, calibrated, maintained, and repaired through preventative maintenance and Engineering support.
Managing SHERQ and OHSA compliance, risk assessments, incident investigations, PPE use, and safety talks.
Supervising staff, allocating work, monitoring performance, managing attendance and discipline, and conducting performance reviews.
Training and developing learners, artisans, and printer assistants.
Developing policies, strategies, production procedures, continuous improvement measures, and Standard Operating Procedures.
Ensure effective and efficient production and process flow in the

Additional details

Grade: National

How to apply

Link: GPW 26/013

Enquiries: Mr K Rahlogo
Telephone: (012) 748 6183