Artisan Foreman Grade A: ID Smart Card Personalisation Workstation
Government Printing Works
Pretoria · · fulltime
Posted 30 Oct 2026
About
Lead personalised smart ID card production in High Security Printing. Requires Grade 10 or equivalent, completed apprenticeship, appropriate trade test and at least five years’ post-apprenticeship experience.
Salary: R397 329 per annum (OSD).
Reference: GPW 26/015.
Duty station: Pretoria.
How to apply
Apply using the link: GPW 26/015. Applications on form Z83 with full particulars of training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge and experience (on a separate sheet if necessary or a CV) must be forwarded to the department; indicate the reference number.
ApplyResponsibilities
- Ensure correct production of personalised smart ID card documents, including card layout, data input, printing and encoding.
- Monitor work in progress, quality control, wastage, efficiency and protection of high-security printed matters.
- Troubleshoot personalisation-process problems and assist with implementing solutions.
- Ensure scheduled cleaning and maintenance of equipment and maintain SHERQ.
- Supervise and develop staff, allocate tasks, and ensure procurement and production-policy compliance.
Qualifications
- Grade 10 or equivalent qualification plus a completed apprenticeship.
- Trade Test Certificate in an appropriate field.
- Grade 12 will be an added advantage.
- At least 5 years’ post-apprenticeship experience in the functional area.
- Must be able to obtain a positive security clearance.
- Good knowledge of applicable processes and equipment.
- Must be willing and able to work rotating shifts, including weekends, public holidays and night shifts, as required.
- A valid driver's license will be an added advantage.