Department of Government Printing Works

Artisan (SPECIALISED): Production (CRAFT BOOK BINDING / MECHANISED BINDING)

Salary or stipendR374 280 per annum, (OSD)

The Department of Government Printing Works is looking for a Artisan (SPECIALISED): Production (CRAFT BOOK BINDING / MECHANISED BINDING). This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

PretoriaApplications close 13 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/43, page 35

Reference number: GPW 26/020 (X2 POSTS)
Appointment: Permanent
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 13 November 2026
Centre: Pretoria
Directorate: Commercial Printing

What you will need

Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship.
Trade Test Certificate in Printing, Craft Book Binding or Mechanised Binding.
Grade 12 will be an advantage.
Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance.
A valid driver's licence will be an added advantage.

Experience

ISO experience will be an added advantage. Minimum of 5 years’ post apprenticeship appropriate experience in Craft Book Binding or Mechanised Binding in a relevant printing environment.

Driver's licence

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

Key responsibilities

Managing finishing processes which include craft book binding, mechanised binding processes to meet customer requirements and schedules.
Coordinating with Prepress, Press, Finishing and other business units to ensure smooth workflow and timely project completion.
Managing manual binding and automated or semi-automated equipment.
Ensuring quality assurance, conducting quality checks, identifying defects, and implementing corrective actions.
Sourcing and controlling production materials, checking stock and reporting shortages.
Maintaining and troubleshooting binding, finishing, cutting and all other equipment in the division through inspections, cleaning and scheduled maintenance.
Supporting SHERQ requirements, including safety, health, environment, risk and quality initiatives.
Training, coaching, supervising and developing staff, including conducting performance reviews.
Participating in policy and strategy development while ensuring compliance with GPW production procedures.
Observe, participate in the development of policies and strategies as well as updating and submitting production statistics and reports daily, weekly and monthly.
Binding and finishing of printed and unprinted matters.
Supervise, develop staff and conduct performance reviews as per GPW policy.

Additional details

Grade: National

How to apply

Link: GPW 26/020

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