If you’re skilled in electrical or mechanical work and passionate about working in a creative, performance-driven environment, then this opportunity at the Artscape Theatre Centre could be your next career move. Applications are now open for two permanent technical positions in the Maintenance Department. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
Vacancy Details
| Employer: | Artscape Theatre Centre |
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| Closing Date: | 16 May 2025 |
| Location: | Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa |
Post Title: Electrician
Purpose:
Installs, maintains, and repairs electrical wiring and industrial machinery. Ensures regulatory compliance and technical functionality across electrical systems and equipment.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Standard 10) / N3 or equivalent
- 3–5 years relevant post-trade experience
- Wireman’s License
- Advantageous: Experience with PLCs
- Must be computer literate
- Valid Code 8 driver’s license
- Willingness to work overtime
- Documented experience in the field
Main Duties Include:
- Perform inspections as per maintenance plan
- Diagnose and repair equipment
- Install and test electrical circuitry and components
- Maintain compliance with SHE regulations
- Operate workshop tools and test emergency systems
- Complete technical documentation
Post Title: Mechanical Technician
Purpose:
Maintain and repair mechanical equipment, conduct diagnostics, and ensure functionality of stage and facility machinery.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Completed apprenticeship as Fitter & Turner
- 4–6 years relevant experience
- Welding skills required
- Valid Code 8 driver’s license
- Ability to communicate in English, Afrikaans, and/or IsiXhosa
- Advantageous: Experience operating stage machinery
Main Duties Include:
- Conduct maintenance and fault diagnosis
- Fabricate or modify parts
- Ensure compliance with safety legislation
- Maintain workshop equipment
- Operate stage machinery
- Perform administrative tasks
How to Apply
To apply, email your CV and cover letter to:
Zandile Mbizela – Human Resources Department
hradmin@artscape.co.za
Artscape supports the principles of Affirmative Action and the provisions of the Employment Equity Act. If you do not hear from them within four weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
