GOVERNMENT PRINTING WORKS

The Government Printing Works is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is intended to
promote representivity through the filling of these posts. The candidature of persons whose
appointment/transfer/promotion will promote representivity will receive preference.

APPLICATIONS : All applications must be forwarded to: The Branch: Human Resources,
Government Printing Works, Private Bag X85, Pretoria, 0001 or be hand
delivered to: 149 Bosman Street, Pretoria or Email to specific e-mail addresses
under each post.

FOR ATTENTION : Ms. DD Kgosana / Ms. NW Mathibela, Human Resources Tel No: (012) 748
6277 /012 748 6297

CLOSING DATE : 23 April 2025 at 16:00pm

NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (NB. The new
application for employment form can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.zavacancies, the old prescribed application for employment form Z83 was
withdrawn with effect from 31 December 2020) and must be completed in full
with page 2 duly signed (failure to do so will result in your application not being
considered), and clear indication of the reference number on the Z83. The
application must include only completed and signed new Z83 Form, obtainable
from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za, and a
detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior
Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license
where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or
before the day of the interview date. It is the responsibility of applicants in
possession of foreign qualifications to submit evaluated results by the South
African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Government Printing Works
reserves the right to fill or not fill its advertised posts. General information:
Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time
determined by the Government Printing Works. Applications received after the
closing date as well as those who do not comply with the requirements will not
be taken into consideration. If you have not received a response from this
institution within three months of the closing date, please consider your
application unsuccessful.

POST 12/63 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION: EXAMINATION PACKAGING REF NO: GPW 25/12 (X5 POSTS)

Re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply)

SALARY : R230 898 per annum, (OSD Model)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship and
passed Trade Test Certificate in Mechanized Bookbinding printing Trade.
Basic Computer literacy skill. Knowledge of CMC Packaging equipment will be
an added advantage. Ability to operate various binding equipment such as
Saddle-Sticher, Folding, Packaging machines and quality assurance and
control measures. Commitment to work shifts.

DUTIES : Operate Packaging and Bookbinding finishing equipment including CMC
Packaging machines, Guillotine, Shrink Wrap, Foiling, etc. Meet daily
production targets as per the schedule and standard. Ensure that security
materials are processed safely in line with the Standard Operation Procedures.
Ensure good quality assurance and control on all security production materials.
Adhere to OHSA regulations and Government Printing Work policies.

ENQUIRIES : Ms J Seabela Tel No: (012) 748 6087
APPLICATIONS : Email address is Artisan2511@gpw.gov.za

POST 12/62 : ARTISAN (SPECIALISED): ID SMARTCARD PERSONALISATION REF NO: GPW 25/11

Re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply)

SALARY : R341 124.per annum (OSD)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 or Equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship. Grade
12 will be an added advantage. Five years post qualification experience in high
security/ID/Travel Document/Relevant Printing Environment. Previous ISO
certification/Experience will be an added advantage. Specialist knowledge of
printing, processes and equipment. Understanding of Safety, Health,
Environmental and Quality (SHERQ). Willingness to work shifts. Extended
working hours may be required as and when.

DUTIES : Correct and efficient personalizing of ID Smart card documents, including card
layout, data input, printing and encoding. Ensure that work is done according
to the required schedule regarding timelines and quantities. Conduct proper
quality control on personalized documents. Ensure efficient and effective
movement and flow of work in progress in the Section. Monitor the reduction
of wastage and efficiency baseline rate. Ensure that all procedures and
systems relating to the protection of high security printed matters are adhered
to by all staff in the section. Ensure effective conducting of Quality assurance.
Ensure proper quality standards in the section on a continuous basis. Monitor
safe and secure handling of the material throughout the production process in
the section. Ensure compliance to Safety, health, environment, risk, and quality
(SHERQ) management and OHSA safety requirements. Perform supervisory
functions as required. Keep the equipment in good condition
machines/equipment in the section up to standard ensuring the production of
high-quality documents? Correct settings, adjustments and running of the
production machines/equipment in the section. Providing functional and
technical advice to the staff in the section.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. F. Nagel Tel No: (012) 7486109
APPLICATIONS : Email address is Artisan2510@gpw.gov.za

POST 12/61 : ARTISAN (SPECIALISED): LITHOGRAPHY SHEET-FED PRINTING REF NO: GPW 25/10

Re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply)

SALARY : R341 124 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship and
passed trade test in Lithography Sheet-Fed Machine Minding, 5 years’ postqualification experience, Knowledge of computerized printing presses, good
computer skills, Quality Conscious, Planning and organizing skills, Willingness
to work shifts, Grade 12 will be an added advantage.

DUTIES : Operate Lithography multicolour-colour Sheet-Fed offset printing machine.
Ensure that quality assurance and control on printing products is adhered to as
per the customer’s specifications, requirements and Standard Operation
Procedures. Provide in-depth technical printing advice for a seamless
production flow, process design and printing products improvements. Perform
basic equipment maintenance. Assist with the training of staff when required.
Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety regulations and procedures

ENQUIRIES : Mr. E. Mtshali Tel No: (012) 748 6361
APPLICATIONS : Email address is Artisan2509@gpw.gov.za

POST 12/60 : ARTISAN (SPECIALISED): DIGITAL PRINTING LINE REF NO: GPW 25/09

Re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply)

SALARY : R341 124 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 qualification plus a completed apprenticeship in printing Trade.
Passed Trade Test Certificate in Lithography, Rotary Web-Fed Offset or
Continuous Stationery. Grade 12 will be an advantage. Five (5) years
applicable post qualification experience operating multi-colour printing press.
In depth technical knowledge of printing, processes and equipment.
Willingness to work shifts and or extended working hours.

DUTIES : Operate Digital Printing equipment with online and offline finishing functions.
Prepare and make ready printing press and finishing lines. Assist with the
prepress processes for all digital printing files. Provide in-depth technical
printing advice and solutions for seamless process flow, process design and
printing products improvements. Enhance printing processes, productivity and
ensure consistent quality printing throughout the process. Perform basic
equipment maintenance. Adhere to service schedule maintenance of printing
equipment as per the existing standards operating procedures and OEM
requirements. Perform and ensure that Quality assurance and control
procedures and processes are adhered to as per the Standard Operations
Procedures applicable.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. E. Mtshali Tel No: (012) 748 6361
APPLICATIONS : Email address is Artisan2508@gpw.gov.za

POST 12/59 : ARTISAN FOREMAN: DIGITAL PRINTNING LINE REF NO: GPW 25/08

Re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply)

SALARY : R362 130 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 qualification plus a completed apprenticeship in Lithography, Rotary
Web-Offset or Continuous Stationery Offset Printing Trade. Passed Trade Test
Certificate in any of the printing trade. Grade 12 will be an advantage. At least
five (5) years’ post apprenticeship appropriate experience. Good knowledge of
multicolour printing processes and equipment. Willingness to work shifts and
extended hours.

DUTIES : Operate multicolor Digital Printing press with online and offline finishing
functions. Allocate resources and print orders accordingly. Effectively plan
shop floor production. Execute prepress process involving all digital printing
files. Continuously improve printing processes and ensure high quality
standards of printed materials. Quality assurance and control of printing
products. Supervise and train staff. Perform basic service maintenance tasks
on printing presses in line with OEM and scheduled maintenance plan
requirements. Ensuring adherence to SHREQ processes.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. E Mtshali Tel No: (012) 748 6361
APPLICATIONS : Email address is Artisan2507@gpw.gov.za

POST 12/58 : ARTISAN FOREMAN: EXAMINATION PACKAGING REF NO: GPW 25/07

Re-advertisement, Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply

SALARY : R362 130 per annum, (OSD Model)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship and
passed Trade Test Certificate in Mechanized Bookbinding Trade. At least 5
years’ post apprenticeship experience. In depth knowledge of Bookbinding
equipment and quality assurance and control measures. Ability to train, transfer
skills and commitment to work shifts.

DUTIES : Operate Packaging and Bookbinding finishing equipment including CMC
Packaging machines, Saddle-Stich, Shrink Wrap, etc. Meet daily production
targets as per the schedule and standard. Ensure that security materials are
processed safely in line with the Standard Operation Procedures. Ensure good
quality assurance and control on all security production materials. Plan,
allocate and organize Shop floor resources in compliance with production
schedule and daily targets. Assist in Supervising, training, coaching and
development of apprentices Artisans, and Printers’ Assistants. Allocate tasks
to Artisans and Printers’ Assistants. Adhere to OHSA regulations and
Government Printing Work policies.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. J Seabela Tel No: (012) 748 6320
APPLICATIONS : Email address is Artisan2506@gpw.gov.za

POST 12/57 : ARTISAN FOREMAN: CTP REF NO: GPW 25/06

Re-advertisement, Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply

SALARY : R362 130 per annum, (OSD Model)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship and
passed Trade Test Certificate in Electronic Origination. Grade 12 and
experience in working in a manufacturing environment will be an advantage.
At least 5 years’ post apprenticeship (is this correct 5years) appropriate
experience. Willingness to work shifts. Extending working hours may be
required. Valid drivers license

DUTIES : The producing of computer to plate (CTP) matters. Oversee the day-to-day
operations of the CTP section, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
Implement and enforce quality control standards to ensure accurate and high
quality output of plates. d) Identify and resolve technical issues related to CTP
systems, equipment, and software to minimize disruptions in production. e)
Oversee the production of plates using CTP technology, including plate
imaging, plate processing, and plate inspection. Work closely with the colour
management team to ensure accurate colour reproduction on the printed
materials. Oversee the reviewing of the content of documents, ensuring it is
according to the requirements of the customers. Maintain accurate records and
documentation of CTP production activities, performance metrics, and
equipment maintenance. The verifying of the correctness and quality of the
documents. Collaborate with the prepress section/department to review and
prepare digital files for plate production, ensuring they meet printing
requirements and standards. Ensuring computers, software and equipment in
the section are up to standard for the producing of high-quality documents.
Ensure that CTP equipment is properly maintained and serviced to optimize
performance and minimize downtime. Comply with all OHSA safety
requirements. Provide administration support and provide inputs on the
development of policies and procedures.

ENQUIRIES : Ms H Masilo Tel No: (012) 748 6345
APPLICATIONS : Email address is Artisan2505@gpw.gov.za

POST 12/56 : CHIEF ARTISAN: EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE REF NO: GPW 25/04

Re-advertisement, Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply

SALARY : R455 223 per annum, (OSD Model)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 qualification plus a completed apprenticeship. Trade Test certificate
in a Mechanical-related field. At least 10 years post-qualification experience as
an Artisan / Artisan Foreman / Team Leader. 3 years’ proven supervisory
experience. A valid driver’s license is essential. Grade 12 and working in a
manufacturing environment will be an advantage. Knowledge of, and
experience in OHS, SHERQ and other regulations and policies. Commitment
to work shifts. Extending working hours may be required.

DUTIES : Ensure efficient maintenance and repair of production equipment. Supervise
and lead an engineering maintenance team. Ensure the accurate analysis of
equipment specifications and equipment capacity data and determine
reliability-centered maintenance schedules. Schedule maintenance to
previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times, considering
the Maintenance Plan. Participate in the generating of an agreed equipment
plan for an 8-week rolling horizon, ensuring maximum machine availability.
Ensure the escalating and expediting of operations that delay maintenance
schedules. Actively participate in planning meetings to finalise priority of work
orders, optimise downtime windows, and reduce production lead times. Ensure
the following-up and communicating of the schedule to all resources:
maintenance, production, outside services, stores, and engineering. Perform
and monitor quality assurance ensuring that all maintenance and repair work
is compliant with the standards set by GPW and any regulatory bodies. Confer
with department supervisors to determine the status and quality of scheduled
maintenance. Prepare regular maintenance and repair reports. Assist with the
developing, review, implementing and complying with the relevant procedures
and policies as required by GPW. Review factors that could affect the quality
of maintenance/repair work and put corrective measures in place if required.
Prepare maintenance and repair reports. Supervise Safety, health,
environment, risk, and quality (SHERQ) in the Division and nsure compliance
with all OHSA safety requirements.

ENQUIRIES : Mr T Tsebe Tel No: (012) 748 6288
APPLICATIONS : Email address is Artisan2504@gpw.gov.za

POST 12/55 : CHIEF ARTISAN EXAMINATION PACKAGING AND FINISHING REF NO: GPW 25/03 (X2 POSTS)

Re-advertisement, Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply

SALARY : R455 223 per annum, (OSD Model)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship in
Mechanized Binding Trade Grade 12 will be an added advantage. At least 10
years’ post-apprenticeship experience in a Finishing Production environment.
At least 3 years’ proven supervisory experience. Sound knowledge of
mechanized binding, packaging and printing processes equipment Computer
literacy (MS Office) Good interpersonal relations Have the Ability to overcome
operational challenges, transfer of skills and commitment to work shift.

DUTIES : Operate packaging and finishing equipment and assist in managing and or
supervision of the packaging team. Ensure Efficient and effective utilization of
production equipment, make sure that daily production targets are met and
provide daily production reports to management. Provide technical assistance
on operational challenges, maintenance, Oversee and monitor the training
programmes of apprentices, Printers Assistant and Artisans. Ensure that the
equipment is kept in good condition and regularly maintained and ensure that
quality assurance and control of the packaging and finishing processes are
adhered to in accordance to SOP and the customer’s specifications. Plan,
organize and allocate production resources in line with production schedule.
Make sure the working environment and housekeeping is in Comply with all
OHSA safety regulations. Monitor and mitigate plant related safety risks.

ENQUIRIES : Ms J. Seabela/ Mr E Mtshali Tel No: (012) 748 6320/6361
APPLICATIONS : E-mail Artisan2503@gpw.gov.za

POST 12/54 : CHIEF ARTISAN SECURITY SHEET-FED PRINTING REF NO: GPW 25/02

Re-advertisement, Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply

SALARY : R455 223 per annum, (OSD Model)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship and
passed Trade Test in Lithography Machine Minding. Grade 12 will be an added
advantage. At least 10 years post-apprenticeship experience in Lithography
Machine Minding of which 5 years’ must have been in operating multi-color
computerized web-fed machines. Komori printing press experience will be an
added advantage .3 years’ proven supervisory experience. Commitment to
work shifts, Knowledge of Safety, Healthy, Environment and Quality (SHREQ)
management requirements Act and other regulations and policies.

DUTIES : Operate and oversee an automated multi-color Lithography printing press.
Assist in managing and or supervision of the Security Special product printing
team. Ensure Efficient and effective utilization of production equipment, make
sure that daily production targets are met and provide daily production reports
to management. Provide technical assistance on operational challenges and
maintenance of the printing press. Oversee and monitor the training
programmes of apprentices, Printers Assistant and Artisans. Ensure that the
equipment is kept in good condition and regularly maintained and ensure that
quality assurance and control of the printed security product processes are
adhered to in accordance with SOP and customer’s specifications. Plan,
organize and allocate production resources in line with production schedule.
Make sure the working environment and housekeeping is in Comply with all
OHSA safety regulations. Monitor and mitigate plant related safety risks.

ENQUIRIES : Mr T Khumalo Tel No: (012) 748 6329
APPLICATIONS : E-mail Artisan2502@gpw.gov.za

POST 12/53 : CHIEF ARTISAN SECURITY WEB-FED PRINTING REF NO: GPW 25/01

Re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied are encouraged to
reapply.

SALARY : R455 223 per annum, (OSD Model)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship and
passed Trade Test in Rotary Web-Offset /Lithography / Continuous Stationery
Machine Minding. Grade 12 will be an added advantage. At least 10 years postapprenticeship experience in Lithography/ Rotary Web-Offset Continuous
Stationery Machine Minding of which 5 years’ must have been in operating
multi-color computerized web-fed machines. Concepta printing press
experience will be an added advantage .3 years’ proven supervisory
experience. Commitment to work shifts, Knowledge of Safety, Healthy,
Environment and Quality (SHREQ) management requirements Act and other
regulations and policies.

DUTIES : Operate and oversee an automated multi-color Web-Fed Continuous
Stationery Concepta printing press with specialized finishing processes such
as the Sheeter, Folder, and numbering and Web delivery unit. Assist in
managing and or supervision of the Security Special product printing team.
Ensure Efficient and effective utilization of production equipment, make sure
that daily production targets are met and provide daily production reports to
management. Provide technical assistance on operational challenges and
maintenance of the printing press. Oversee and monitor the training
programmes of apprentices, Printers Assistant and Artisans. Ensure that the
equipment is kept in good condition and regularly maintained and ensure that
quality assurance and control of the printed security product processes are
adhered to in accordance to SOP and customer’s specifications. Plan, organize
and allocate production resources in line with production schedule. Make sure
the working environment and housekeeping is in Comply with all OHSA safety
regulations. Monitor and mitigate plant related safety risks.

ENQUIRIES : Mr T Khumalo Tel No: (012) 748 6329
APPLICATIONS : E-mail Artisan2501@gpw.gov.za

We wish you all the best with your applications