Government Printing Works Vacancies 2026: Artisan and Artisan Foreman X13 Posts

• Artisan Chief Grade A: Production – Craft Bookbinding (2 Posts) – GPW 26/013
• Artisan Chief Grade A: Equipment Maintenance – GPW 26/014
• Artisan Foreman Grade A: ID Smart Card Personalisation Workstation – GPW 26/015
• Artisan Foreman Grade A: ID Craft Booklet Making – GPW 26/016
• Artisan Foreman Grade A: Rubber Stamp Making – GPW 26/017
• Artisan Foreman: Equipment Maintenance Electrical – GPW 26/018
• Artisan (Specialised): Sheet-Fed Printing – GPW 26/019
• Artisan (Specialised): Production Craft Bookbinding/Mechanised Binding (2 Posts) – GPW 26/020

Artisan Chief Grade A: Production – Craft Bookbinding

Reference number: GPW 26/013
Number of posts: 2
Salary: R499,470 per annum
Location: Pretoria
Directorates: Security Printing and Commercial Printing

Government Printing Works is seeking experienced craft bookbinding professionals to fill two Artisan Chief Grade A positions. The successful candidates will work in the production environment, where they will be expected to oversee and support craft bookbinding, mechanised binding and packaging-related operations.

Applicants should have:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
• Completed apprenticeship in craft bookbinding, mechanised bookbinding or packaging.
• An appropriate Printing Trade Test Certificate.
• At least 10 years of post-apprenticeship experience in the printing industry.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in craft binding, mechanised binding or packaging.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience.

A Grade 12 qualification and computer literacy will be an advantage. A valid driver’s licence will also be beneficial. Candidates must be able to obtain the required positive security clearance.

The position is suitable for experienced printing and binding professionals who have developed strong technical and supervisory skills.

Enquiries: Mr K Rahlogo – 012 748 6183.

Artisan Chief Grade A: Equipment Maintenance

Reference number: GPW 26/014
Salary: R499,470 per annum
Location: Pretoria

The Artisan Chief Grade A: Equipment Maintenance position is intended for an experienced mechanical fitter who can contribute to the maintenance and reliable operation of production equipment.

Applicants must have:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
• A completed apprenticeship.
• A Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter.
• At least 10 years of post-apprenticeship experience.
• At least 3 years of experience at Artisan Foreman level.
• Knowledge of the relevant legislative framework, including the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations.
• A valid driver’s licence.

Candidates must also be able to obtain the required security clearance.

Applicants should have the technical knowledge and experience needed to support equipment maintenance operations and ensure that machinery and production equipment remain in suitable working condition.

Enquiries: Mr T Tsebe – 012 748 6288.

Artisan Foreman Grade A: ID Smart Card Personalisation Workstation

Reference number: GPW 26/015
Salary: R397,329 per annum
Location: Pretoria
Directorate: High Security Printing

This position focuses on the production and personalisation of identity smart cards. The successful candidate will work in a high-security production environment and must have relevant artisan training and practical experience.

The minimum requirements include:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
• A completed apprenticeship.
• An appropriate Trade Test Certificate in the relevant field.
• At least 5 years of post-apprenticeship experience.
• The ability to obtain the required positive security clearance.

Applicants must be prepared to work rotating shifts, which may include weekends, public holidays and night shifts. A valid driver’s licence will be an advantage.

Candidates applying for this opportunity should be comfortable working in a structured production environment where accuracy, quality and security are important.

Enquiries: Mrs D Ndlazi – 012 748 6332.

Artisan Foreman Grade A: ID Craft Booklet Making

Reference number: GPW 26/016
Salary: R397,329 per annum
Location: Pretoria
Directorate: High Security Printing

Government Printing Works is also recruiting an Artisan Foreman for ID Craft Booklet Making. This position is suited to candidates with a background in craft bookbinding or mechanised binding and experience in production operations.

Applicants must have:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
• A completed apprenticeship.
• A Trade Test Certificate in Craft Bookbinding or Mechanised Binding.
• At least 5 years of relevant post-apprenticeship experience.
• The ability to obtain the required positive security clearance.

A valid driver’s licence will be an advantage.

The successful candidate will work in the high-security printing environment, contributing to the production of identity document booklets and related activities.

Enquiries: Mrs D Ndlazi – 012 748 6332.

Artisan Foreman Grade A: Rubber Stamp Making

Reference number: GPW 26/017
Salary: R397,329 per annum
Location: Pretoria
Directorate: Security Printing

The Rubber Stamp Making vacancy is aimed at candidates with technical experience in electronic origination and related production processes.

To qualify, applicants should have:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
• A completed apprenticeship.
• A Trade Test Certificate in Electronic Origination.
• At least 5 years of relevant post-apprenticeship experience.
• The ability to obtain the required positive security clearance.

Knowledge of CorelDRAW and Microsoft Excel will be an advantage. Grade 12 and a valid driver’s licence will also be beneficial.

Candidates with experience in electronic origination and production-related work are encouraged to apply.

Enquiries: Mr T Khumalo – 012 748 6329.

Artisan Foreman: Equipment Maintenance Electrical

Reference number: GPW 26/018
Salary: R397,329 per annum
Location: Pretoria
Directorate: Engineering

This vacancy is available in the Engineering section and is suitable for qualified electricians with practical experience in equipment and service maintenance.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
• A completed apprenticeship.
• A Trade Test Certificate as an Electrical Electrician.
• At least 5 years of post-apprenticeship experience in equipment and service maintenance.
• An understanding of relevant legislation.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• The ability to obtain the required positive security clearance.

Candidates should have the technical skills needed to support electrical equipment maintenance and service operations.

Enquiries: Mr T Tsebe – 012 748 6288.

Artisan (Specialised): Sheet-Fed Printing

Reference number: GPW 26/019
Salary: R374,280 per annum
Location: Pretoria
Directorate: Commercial Printing

Government Printing Works is looking for a specialised artisan with experience in sheet-fed printing production. This position is intended for candidates who have completed the relevant printing apprenticeship and gained practical experience operating sheet-fed printing machinery.

The minimum requirements are:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
• A completed apprenticeship.
• A Trade Test Certificate in Lithography Sheet-Fed Machine Minding.
• At least 5 years of relevant post-apprenticeship experience in sheet-fed machine minding within a printing production environment.
• The ability to obtain the required positive security clearance.

A valid driver’s licence will be an advantage.

Applicants with hands-on experience in sheet-fed printing and production operations are encouraged to apply.

Enquiries: Mr K Rahlogo – 012 748 6183.

Artisan (Specialised): Production Craft Bookbinding/Mechanised Binding

Reference number: GPW 26/020
Number of posts: 2
Salary: R374,280 per annum
Location: Pretoria
Directorate: Commercial Printing

Two Artisan (Specialised) positions are available in Production Craft Bookbinding/Mechanised Binding. These vacancies are suitable for candidates who have technical training and practical experience in bookbinding and related production processes.

Applicants should have:

• Grade 10 or an equivalent qualification.
• A completed apprenticeship.
• A Trade Test Certificate in Printing, Craft Bookbinding or Mechanised Binding.
• At least 5 years of relevant post-apprenticeship experience.
• The ability to obtain the required positive security clearance.

Experience with ISO-related processes will be an advantage. Grade 12 and a valid driver’s licence will also be beneficial.

Successful candidates will contribute to craft bookbinding and mechanised binding production activities within the Commercial Printing directorate.

Enquiries: Mr K Rahlogo – 012 748 6183.

Important information for Government Printing Works applicants

These vacancies are based in Pretoria, Gauteng, and are intended for applicants who meet the qualifications and work experience specified for each position. Candidates should carefully check the requirements before submitting an application because the positions require different trade test certificates and areas of technical expertise.

A completed apprenticeship and the relevant trade test qualification are important requirements across these artisan and artisan foreman opportunities. Applicants should make sure that their qualifications and work experience match the specific vacancy they intend to apply for.

Some positions require several years of practical experience after completing an apprenticeship. The Artisan Chief positions require particularly extensive experience, including supervisory experience for the craft bookbinding post and experience at Artisan Foreman level for the equipment maintenance post.

Applicants should also take note of the security requirements. The advertised positions are within a government printing environment, and candidates must be able to obtain the required positive security clearance.

Additional skills, such as computer literacy, CorelDRAW, Microsoft Excel, ISO-related experience and a valid driver’s licence, may strengthen an application where these are listed as advantages. Where a driver’s licence is stated as a requirement, applicants should ensure that they meet this condition.

How to apply for Government Printing Works vacancies

Candidates interested in these opportunities should use the relevant reference number when identifying the post they wish to apply for. The reference numbers are GPW 26/013, GPW 26/014, GPW 26/015, GPW 26/016, GPW 26/017, GPW 26/018, GPW 26/019 and GPW 26/020.

Applicants should follow the application instructions provided in the official Government Printing Works vacancy advertisement and ensure that they submit all information and supporting documents requested. It is important to check that the application is for the correct position and that the required qualifications and experience are clearly reflected.

The advertisement lists enquiry contacts for candidates who need clarification about particular posts:

• Craft Bookbinding and Sheet-Fed Printing: Mr K Rahlogo – 012 748 6183.
• Equipment Maintenance and Electrical Maintenance: Mr T Tsebe – 012 748 6288.
• ID Smart Card Personalisation and ID Craft Booklet Making: Mrs D Ndlazi – 012 748 6332.
• Rubber Stamp Making: Mr T Khumalo – 012 748 6329.

The vacancy information provided does not specify a closing date. Applicants should therefore consult the official advertisement or the Government Printing Works recruitment information to confirm the application deadline and the correct submission procedure before applying.

Why consider a career at Government Printing Works?

Government Printing Works offers technical career opportunities in specialised printing, production, engineering and maintenance environments. These vacancies may appeal to artisans who want to use their trade qualifications and practical experience in a government organisation.

The advertised positions cover a range of technical disciplines, from craft bookbinding and mechanised binding to electrical maintenance, mechanical fitting, smart card personalisation and sheet-fed printing.

With annual salaries ranging from R374,280 to R499,470, these opportunities provide a chance for suitably qualified candidates to pursue artisan and artisan foreman roles in Pretoria.

Interested candidates are encouraged to review each vacancy carefully, confirm that they meet the stated requirements and follow the official application instructions. Make sure to use the correct reference number when applying for a Government Printing Works position.

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