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Closing Date
2026/01/20
Reference Number
RAN260106-3
Job Title Accounts Assistant
Portfolio Bulk Water Services – Operations
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Vereeniging
Location – Site Scientific Services
Job Advert Summary
Rand Water is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Accounts Assistant to join our Scientific Services Division. The successful candidate will support the management and reporting of assets, assist with cash and creditors management while ensuring compliance with Rand Water policies and procedures. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining accurate asset records and supporting business financial operations.
Minimum Requirements
Primary Duties
Knowledge
Skills
Attitude
Closing Date
2026/01/16
Reference Number
RAN260106-2
Job Title Senior Process Controller
Portfolio Bulk Water Services – Operations
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Johannesburg South
Location – Site Zwartkopjes
Job Advert Summary
Rand water is looking for a candidate who will be reporting to the Senior Process Supervisor on shift and operate and supervise the Electrical plant and equipment.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12
5 years’ plant experience as a Process Controller.
2 years experience for Senior Process Controller.
Blue Drop Requirements: Class III operator.
Electrical switching experience desirable.
Analytical skills to do fault finding and problem solving.
A valid code 08 Driver’s License as well as the ability to pass Rand Water K53 Test will serve as an advantage.
Computer literacy.
Primary Duties
Operation of disinfection Plant (Chlorine and Ammonia injection system).
Monitoring of Water Quality by ensuring compliance with the Production Water Quality Guidelines.
Safety & Housekeeping of Electrical Pumping Plant.
Supervisory of Process Controller Assistant and plant equipment.
Communicate with the Senior Process Supervisor efficiently and effectively on water quality matters and pumping.
Manage and control of shifts.
Energy Management
Knowledge
Basic knowledge and application of ISO 14000 and ISO 9001.
Basic Chemistry Scientific Knowledge.
Basic knowledge of OHS Act and its Application.
Skills
Communication Skills (Verbal and Written).
Analytical Skills to do fault finding and problem solving.
Operation of H.V. and LV electrical equipment and large units.
Administrative Skills.
Attitude
Safety consciousness whilst ensuring plant reliability.
Customer orientation
Self-discipline.
Punctuality.
Speed.
Closing Date
2026/01/16
Reference Number
RAN260106-1
Job Title Process Controller Assistant X3
Portfolio Bulk Water Services – Operations
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Johannesburg South
Location – Site Zwartkopjes
Job Advert Summary
Rand water is looking for a candidate to maintain good housekeeping of engine rooms, control rooms, battery rooms, toilets, switchgear rooms’ floors. To report unsafe act and/or working conditions as well as any abnormality to his or her shift supervisor
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 or Equivalent (N3 Certificate)
Blue Drop Requirements: Water Treatment Learnership will serve as an advantage
1 year cleaning experience will serve as an advantage.
Communication and Numeracy skills. (Desired)
Primary Duties
Maintain cleanliness on all plant.
Clean section of plant as allocated to him.
Report unsafe conditions or acts.
Assist Process Controller in putting pumps on load/taking pumps off load.
Open or close of suction and delivery valves.
Take water samples
Manual operation of pipeline isolating valves.
Unloading of chlorine drum.
Unloading of ammonia
Related Cleaning experience will serve as an advantage.
Knowledge
Water Purification exposure will serve as an advantage.
On the job Training is provided.
Skills
Good communication skill
Numeracy skill
Attitude
Performance driven.
Teamwork
Customer service orientation
Closing Date
2026/01/31
Reference Number
RAN251120-1
Job Title Rand Water Board Members x12
Portfolio Board
Job Type Classification Contract
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Johannesburg
Location – Site Rietvlei
Job Advert Summary
DISCLAIMER: The probation policy is not applicable to Board Member appointments and does not apply to this advert.
THE MINISTER OF WATER AND SANITATION, HEREBY CALLS FOR THE NOMINATION OF MEMBERS TO BE APPOINTED TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF RAND WATER FOR A FOUR (4) YEAR TERM COMMENCING FROM 20 SEPTEMBER 2026 TO 21 SEPTEMBER 2030.
The Minister of Water and Sanitation, as the Executive Authority and Shareholder representative of Rand Water, is responsible for appointing Board Members to the Water Boards.
Therefore, Rand Water requires Board Members who will be able to reflect on the vision of the organization and mirror the required skills against the core competencies of the business in order to enable the attainment of the vision and provide necessary oversight and guidance in governance, risk management, scientific and engineering disciplines relating to water management, financial management and accounting, innovation and technology environment and strategy development and compliance to regulatory environment.
Accordingly, Rand Water seeks to appoint highly skilled and visionary Board Members who can contribute to achieving its strategic objectives.
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:
To provide an oversight role and constructive engagement as a non-executive member of the Rand Water Board.
To support the Rand Water Executive Management to deliver value-added services and business confidence in discharging their roles and responsibilities commensurate to a leading bulk water services utility in South Africa.
To provide strategic guidance, uphold sound governance principles, and support Rand Water management in fulfilling its vision of delivering sustainable, reliable, and high-quality water services to South Africa.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum: an Appropriate Recognized Bachelor’s Degree Qualification at NQF Level 7.
Desired: an Appropriate Recognized Tertiary Qualification at NQF Level 9 or equivalent.
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
Engineering and science with demonstrable experience, expertise and specialisation in water services management, water resource management, water project management, environmental management, construction management as well as Construction Occupational Health and Safety.
Commercial law, corporate governance, compliance and risk management and stakeholder relations management.
Accounting, treasury, investments and financial management, supply chain management, and information and digital technology governance and information management (DTIM).
Project management, especially the management of large capital expenditure or infrastructure projects and water project management, and understanding of the regulatory framework governing such projects.
At least five (5) years’ experience as a non-executive director in a governance centered organization, preferably in the Water sector or related Sector/s. Preference will be given to candidates with seasoned business / governance / professional expertise who have served on a Board and/or Board Structures in an executive / non-executive capacity, in of a private and/or public sector entity or an organisation similar to Rand Water.
At least five (5) years’ experience as a member of a board committee within a governance centered organization, preferably in the Water Sector or related Sector.
Proven experience of at least 5 -10 years at Executive / Senior managerlevel, in an organization similar to Rand Water and experience interacting at Board/Committee level and demonstrable experience in navigating Board and / or management and / or boardroom dynamics.
Understanding and appropriate knowledge and experience on the role of the Board, director’s fiduciary duties in accordance with the requirements the PFMA and WSA, King IV Code on Good Corporate Governance in South Africa (King IV), the Companies Act and other codes / legislation applicable to boards;
Experience in the governance of either Medical Schemes Act or Pension Funds Act or similar employee funds , as well as understanding of the rules of such funds / applicable legislation, will be advantageous.
Personal attributes of objectivity, integrity, good reputation, commitment.
Should be a South African citizen by birth.
Primary Duties
Exercise oversight on the implementation of the Rand Water strategy, business model and the overall policies as applicable to the business operations.
Contribute relevant technical skills and knowledge to assist the Board to effectively discharge its mandate and to exercise its fiduciary responsibilities.
Exercise independent oversight on the management of strategic risks within the organization and review the implementation of the required risk mitigation strategies by Executive Management.
Provide oversight on the governance and statutory requirements of Rand Water as a State-Owned Entity and ensure overall compliance with the applicable legislative and regulatory framework.
Promote accountability principles to ensure that the Rand Water Executive Management achieves the organisation’s vision and financial sustainability.
Ensure the submission of the required statutory reports to the shareholder and other statutory bodies in line with the stipulated timeframes and statutory compliance requirements;
Attend Board and Committee meetings in accordance with the approved Annual Corporate calendar and the approved annual Committee work plan.
Contribute towards and positively impact strategic level discussions during Board and/or Committee meetings.
Knowledge
In depth knowledge of corporate governance principles and the legislative/regulatory framework governing Water Utilities and SOEs.
Appreciation of broad economic, commercial, and financial trends.
Political astuteness and awareness.
Scientific and engineering disciplines related to water management
Research, developments and innovation
Digital technology and management
Financial management and accounting
Corporate governance and risk management
Compliance and regulatory oversight
Skills
Strategic / high-level decision-making and strategic oversight.
An analytical mind and problem-solving skills.
Relationship building and conflict management.
High-level communication skills.
Strategic planning and execution
Attitude
Objectivity and emotional intelligence.
Integrity and sound judgment.
DISCLAIMER:
Kindly note the following with regard to applications / candidate interviews:
Applications / nominations should be submitted electronically to the indicated recruitment portal
Hand delivered or applications or nominations sent to internal Rand Water e-mail addresses, other than the indicated recruitment portal as indicated above, will not be accepted.
Applications / nominations with missing documents / not transmitted as per the above guidelines, will not be considered.
Due to the anticipated volume of applications, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Candidates shortlisted / selected for interviews, should be available to be interviewed via the Zoom Virtual Meeting / Conferencing System and / or physically at a selected venue (s) on dates to be communicated to shortlisted candidates.
In evaluating prospective applicants and making the final selection, consideration will be given to promoting Rand Water’s Equity and Diversity, Objectives with due regard to underrepresented designated groups, as per the proposed Employment Equity (EE) profile of the Rand Water Board.
Due to the anticipated volume of applications, if candidates have not received feedback within 30-days of publication of the advert, it should be assumed that their applications / nominations were not successful.
Upon appointment, Rand Water / the Minister of Water and Sanitation, reserves the right to conduct probity checks (criminal and civil records; reference checks; verification of qualifications and experience; credit record and ethics and integrity test).
GROUNDS FOR DISQUALIFICATION OF CANDIDATES:
A potential candidate will not be considered to hold office as a member of the Rand Water Board based on the grounds for disqualification, as set out in the Water Services Act, including if he/she inter alia:
is an unrehabilitated insolvent; and/or
has been previously convicted of any offence involving dishonesty, fraud and/or sentenced to imprisonment without an option of a fine; and/or
is disqualified in law to hold the office of director.
REMUNERATION
Appointed Board members will receive remuneration as determined and approved by the Minister of Water and Sanitation from time to time, for authorised expenses incurred in and during attendance of official duties as a non-executive director of Rand Water.
APPLICATION / NOMINATION PROCESS:
Individual members of the public are invited to apply and/or to submit nomination for suitably qualified and experienced persons to be considered for appointment as members of the Board of Rand Water.
For nominated candidates, an individual nomination form must be signed by a proposer and a seconder, none of whom may be the nominee. No person may nominate or second more than one candidate.
Applications/nominations must contain the following:
The CV of the person applying / nominated,
A copy of the Identification Document (ID) of the person applying / being nominated; and
In the case of nominated candidates, a nomination letter of not more than two (2) pages in length, indicating the suitability of the nominated person for appointment as a non-executive director on the Rand Water Board; or
In the case of individual applicants ,a letter of motivation of not more than two (2) pages in length, indicating the suitability of the applicant for appointment as a non-executive director on the Rand Water Board.
Enquiries relating to the current application process only, should be directed per e-mail to: tkoko@randwater.co.za, during business hours and before the closing date for applications. No correspondence will be entered into with candidates after the closing date and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
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