DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION

CLOSING DATE : 31 March 2025

NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment to the
address specified on each post. Applications must be submitted using the
newly implemented Z83 form obtainable on the Department of Water and
Sanitations website, under career opportunities or the DPSA website,
under vacancies in the Public Service (point 4) and should be
accompanied by a comprehensive CV with full particulars of the
applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge &
experience). All required information on the Z83 application form must be
provided. Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications,
identity document, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the
application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be
produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with
DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing
professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B of the
Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory and
such details must also be included in the applicants CV. For posts
requiring a driver’s license, annotate such details on CV. Failure to
complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify
the applicant. No late, applications will be accepted. Shortlisted
candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification,
reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate
must accompany foreign qualification/s (only when shortlisted).
Applications that do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements
will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates pertaining to Senior
Management Services (SMS) posts will be subjected to a technical and
competency assessment and a pre-entry certificate obtained from the
National School of government is required prior to the appointment.
Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and
undergo a security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must
provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when
shortlisted). The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity
employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i)
of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the
Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act,
1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the
Department will be taken into consideration. Correspondence will be
limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within
three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application
has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The
department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and
persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be
given to the EE Targets.

POST 10/60 : ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A – C REF NO: 310325/05

Branch: Regulation Compliance and Enforcement
Dir: Water Use Licencing
Sd: Agriculture & Stream Flow Reduction

SALARY : R325 917 – R 556 080 per annum, (OSD), (Offer will be based on proven
years of experience)

CENTRE : Head Office Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Environmental Management or Natural Sciences.
Experience in water services management or regulation will be an added
advantage. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Understanding of the Department’s role and policy with respect to water
resource management. Knowledge of National Water Act 36 of 1998,
Water Service Act 108 of 1997, related policies and guidelines.
Understanding the principles of Integrated Water Resource Management.
Knowledge and understanding of the sector: relevant legislation (CARA,
NEMA and MPRDA) together with related policies, regulations, principles,
guidelines, tools and procedures and policy development, implementation
and monitoring. Computer skills (MS Office, Excel and PowerPoint). Good
communication skills both verbal and written. Good presentation and
report writing skills. Ability to provide technical and scientific support to
other Departments within Water and Sanitation functions. Ability to travel
to provinces and country wide. Ability and willingness to work abnormal
hours. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to organize stakeholders’
engagements and interact with communities in official events.

DUTIES : Provide support and guidance to the Department’s components and water
management institutions in processing of water use authorization
applications from all water use sectors. Maintain relationships with
stakeholders and coordinate engagements within the department and
broader water sector. Provide technical advice to water use authorization
related enquiries. Development, implementation and review of regulatory
tools for water use authorisation. Develop, update, maintain and provide
training on policies, legislation, protocols and guidelines for water use
authorisation. Participate in the assessment of water resource
management research needs for the directorate. Participate in water use
authorization appeals and litigation process. Participate in engagements
with other Departments responsible for permitting within the broader
environmental sector. Compile reports and make presentations internally
and externally.

ENQUIRIES : Mr T Khosa Tel No: (012) 336 7496
APPLICATIONS : Head Office (Pretoria): Please email your application quoting the relevant
reference number on the subject line to: RecruitHO10@dws.gov.za or
hand deliver to: Delta Continental Building, Corner of Visagie and Bosman
Street, Pretoria, 0001 or post to: Private Bag X350, Pretoria, 0001.
FOR ATTENTION : Recruitment and Selection Unit

POST 10/59 : ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C REF NO: 310325/04 (X2 POSTS)

Branch: Infrastructure Management Head Office
Dir: Engineering Services

SALARY : R371 253 – R556 080 per annum, (OSD), (Offer will be based on proven
years of experience)

CENTRE : Head Office Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Civil Engineering. Three (3) years post qualification
technical civil engineering experience. Compulsory registration with the
Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional
Engineering Technician. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s
license. Experience in technical design and analysis. Extensive
computer-aided design (CAD) and related engineering application
experience. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), good
report writing and presentation skills. Sound interpersonal skills as well as
the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

DUTIES : Provide technical services and support in a design drawing office
environment. Produce and edit civil engineering designs and drawings.
Work independently as well as in teams assisting engineers and
technologists. Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory
requirements. Ensure quality of technical designs and drawings in line
with standards and specifications. Compile and submit reports as
required. Provide guidance and mentorship for Graduate trainees and
candidate technicians. Continuous professional development to keep up
with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on
engineering technology to improve expertise. Liaise with relevant
bodies/council on engineering related matters.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. V Monene Tel No: (012) 336 7842 or Mr Dudley Johnson Tel No: (012)
336 8201
APPLICATIONS : Head Office (Pretoria): Please email your application quoting the relevant
reference number on the subject line to: RecruitHO10@dws.gov.za or
hand deliver to: Delta Continental Building, Corner of Visagie and Bosman
Street, Pretoria, 0001 or post to: Private Bag X350, Pretoria, 0001.
FOR ATTENTION : Recruitment and Selection Unit

POST 10/58 : CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN GRADE A REF NO: 310325/03

Dir: Operations Central

SALARY : R522 741 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Pretoria (Central Operations)

REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or relevant
qualification. Six (6) years post qualification technical
(Electrical/Electronic Engineering) experience. Compulsory registration
with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional
Engineering Technician. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s
license. Proven experience in Project Management, Technical design and
Analytical skills. Computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of
legal compliance. Technical report writing. Problem solving, decision
making, teamwork, creativity, customer focus, good communication,
computer and people management skills.

DUTIES : Monitor electrical / electronic services to the Government Water Schemes
and Water Users Associations. Manage administrative and related
functions e.g. Monitor the implementation of Capital and Operational
funded projects through conducting site inspections, site meetings,
compilation and submission of progress reports. Familiarity with PLC and
SCADA systems. Research and development of technologies to enhance
electrical / electronic designs and existing operations.

ENQUIRIES : Mr A Sayed Tel No: (012) 741 7307
APPLICATIONS : Central Operations (Pretoria): Please email your application quoting the
relevant reference number on the subject line to: CETP@dws.gov.za or
hand deliver to: Praetor Forum Building, 267 Lillian Ngoyi Street, Pretoria,
0001 or post to: The Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag
X273, Pretoria, 0001.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr Lucky Manganyi
NOTE : NB: Candidates will be required to complete a practical and theoretical
test.

We wish you all the best with your applications