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Stores – Cleaner

Closing Date
2026/03/20
Reference Number
RAN260309-2
Job Title Stores – Cleaner
Portfolio Bulk Water Services – Operations
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Johannesburg South
Location – Site Central Depot / Bulk Distribution
Job Advert Summary
Randwater is looking for a candidate to maintain a clean and safe environment in and around the Administartive offices and valve stores

Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 or N3
2 years experience in an Industrial work supported by strong physical ability and profiency in heavy-duty cleaning procedures
Primary Duties
The cleaning and dusting of Administrative offices and valve stores area
The cleaning and dusting of Administrative offices and valve stotes offices
Cleaning and sanitizing of bathrooms in Main store and valve store
Ordering and maintaining of cleaning and grocery stock eg tea, coffee etc.
Knowledge
Basic relevant SHEQ knowledge
Skills
Written and communication skills
Computer skills
Attitude
High driven
Self motivation

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Rand Water Foundation Non-Executive Board Members x4

Closing Date
2026/03/31
Reference Number
RAN260226-1
Job Title Rand Water Foundation Non-Executive Board Members x4
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.

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: APPOINTMENT OF X4 INDEPENDENT NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS TO THE BOARD OF THE RAND WATER FOUNDATION (NPC).

The board of Rand Water calls for applications from suitable persons for appointment to serve as non-executive members of the board of the Rand Water Foundation (NPC), for a four-year term, commencing 01 June 2026 – 31 May 2030.

The Rand Water Foundation (the Foundation) was established in 2001 in terms of section 21 of the repealed Companies Act 61 of 1973. Following the promulgation of the Companies Act No 71 of 2008, the Foundation was classified as and is now registered as a Not-For Profit Company (NPC).

The Foundation is wholly owned by Rand Water and is mandated to co-ordinate, administer and manage Rand Water’s Corporate Social Investment (CSI) resources by undertaking community development projects in partnership with various donors.

Minimum Requirements
Minimum: An appropriate recognised Tertiary Qualification at NQF Level 7 or equivalent in the following: Non-profit Sector, Environment, Governance and Sustainability (ESG), Engineering, Accounting, Law, Audit, Risk / Compliance, Cyber Security and IT Governance, or similar fields.
Desired: An appropriate Recognized Tertiary Qualification at NQF Level 9 or equivalent.
At least five (5) years’ experience as a non-executive director within 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 the Foundation.
At least three (3) years’ experience serving on an Audit Committee / board of an ESG / Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) / Not-For-Profit companies (NPCs).
Proven experience of at least 5 -10 years at Executive / Senior manager level, 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.
Project management experience, especially the management of large capital expenditure or infrastructure projects and water project management and understanding of the regulatory framework governing such projects.
Understanding of 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.
Added Advantage:

Chartered Director (SA)® or Certified Director® or membership of a relevant professional body to demonstrate sound knowledge underpinned by the Director Competency Framework in line with the IoDSA or other professional body, as well as demonstrated depth and breadth of knowledge, skills and experience.
Desired Candidate Requirements

Understanding of the governance compliance requirements relating to public sector entities, State Owned Entities and NPCs, including the statutory reporting obligations of an NPC of a State-Owned Entity (SOE).
Demonstrable understanding of the water sector and understanding of the compliance requirements relating to, inter alia, water service provision, (CSR) initiatives and the national water imperatives.
Seasoned CSR professional with extensive experience and requisite skills set in serving in a board / committee of a NPC, Development Trust, or State-Owned Entity (SOE) or private sector entity.
Demonstrable experience and track record in implementing and overseeing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) investments / initiatives and projects in public, private, community development and / or not for profit sectors.
Proven expertise in the boardroom set-up with demonstrated depth and breadth of experience to adequately oversee organisational turn-around strategies, risk management strategies and the ability and expertise to navigate a complex compliance environment;
Ability to manage a diverse range of Stakeholders.
Personal attributes of objectivity, integrity, emotional intelligence, sound professional reputation, commitment.
Primary Duties
OVERALL ROLE RESPONSIBILITY

To provide an independent oversight role as a member of the board of the Rand Water Foundation to ensure that the Foundation plays a strategic developmental role and contributes towards Rand Water’s socio-economic developmental imperatives, the Department of Water and Sanitation’s developmental priorities, the national government’s broader objectives and growth and development in South Africa.

PRIMARY DUTIES

Provide oversight on the governance and statutory requirements of the Foundation and ensure overall compliance with the applicable legislative and regulatory framework.
Exercise oversight on the implementation of the Foundation’s strategy, business model and the overall policies as applicable to the business
Contribute relevant technical and independent governance knowledge to assist the board of the Foundation to effectively discharge its mandate and to exercise its fiduciary responsibilities.
Promote accountability principles to ensure that the Executive Management of the Foundation achieves the organisation’s vision and financial sustainability.
Exercise independent oversight on the management of strategic risks within the Foundation and review the implementation of the required risk mitigation strategies by Executive Management.
Ensure the submission of the required statutory reports by the Foundation to Rand Water as Shareholder and / or other statutory bodies, in line with the stipulated timeframes and statutory compliance requirements.
Attend meetings of the board and committee (s) of the Foundation, in accordance with the approved Annual Corporate calendar of meetings and the approved annual work plans of the board and / or committees (s) of the Foundation.
Contribute towards and positively impact strategic level discussions during meetings of the board and/or committee (s) of the Foundation.
Knowledge
Appropriate knowledge of, understanding and experience in exercising fiduciary duties of a director in accordance with the provisions of, inter alia, the Companies Act, PFMA, King Code of Good Corporate Governance (King IV) and other compliance and regulatory requirements relevant to the NPCs.
Skills
In-depth knowledge of corporate governance principles.
Mandatory legislative and regulatory framework governing the Foundation / similar institutions.
CSR Investments.
Appreciation of broad economic, commercial and financial trends.
Strategic / high-level decision making and strategic oversight.
Attitude
An analytical mind and problem solving problem-solving astuteness and awareness

Relationship building and conflict management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Integrity and sound judgment

Objectivity

Emotional intelligence.

GROUNDS FOR DISQUALIFICATION

A candidate will not be considered to hold office as a member of the RWF Board if he/she is inter alia, is an unrehabilitated insolvent, 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. Applicants should be South African citizens.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Upon appointment, the Board of Rand Water reserves the right to conduct probity checks (criminal and civil records; reference checks; verification of qualifications and experience; credit record and integrity test) on shortlisted applications prior to their appointment.

STIPENDS AND / OR REMUNERATION:

Successful candidates appointed to the board of the Foundation, will receive remuneration for sitting fees and allowable expenses incurred as part of their attendance / official duties. The remuneration rates for board members will be determined and approved by Rand Water as the Shareholder, in line with its board remuneration policies and practices.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To apply, candidates must ensure the following Documents are included:

Covering letter/ Motivation letter indicating the candidate’s suitability for the position;
Recent and comprehensive CV
Copies of qualifications; and
Copy of RSA Identity Document (ID).
Kindly note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only and no correspondence will be entered into with candidates after the closing date.

Due to the anticipated volume of applications, if you do not receive correspondence from Rand Water three (3) months after the closing date, kindly consider your application as having been unsuccessful

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Senior Protective Service Officer (J Hay band)

Closing Date
2026/03/20
Reference Number
RAN260310-3
Job Title Senior Protective Service Officer (J Hay band)
Portfolio Bulk Water Services – Operations
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Three Rivers East, Vereeniging
Location – Site Zuikerbosch
Job Advert Summary
To protect Rand Water staff, assets and property in line with the National Key Point Act, the MPSS, other relevant legislation as well as site specific procedures and training guidelines.

Minimum Requirements
Grade 12
Five years relevant experience of which two years must be within a National Key Point
NKP certificate registration
PSIRA Grade C registration
Successful completion of the following Firearm Unit Standards: 123515, 123514 and 123511
Competency certificate with SAPS in handling a Pistol, Rifle or Hand Machine Carbine as well as shotgun
Valid Code B drivers license and the ability to pass Rand Water K53 test
Public drivers permit is mandatory
Supervisory experience will serve as an advantage
Primary Duties
Access and egress control
Ensure proper hand over is conducted and all Protective Services assets at the gates are accounted for at all times

Perform duties according to customer needs and expectations
Administration-logging information on Access Control register, occurrence book, visitors and contractors permits and reception duties, verification of assets as per assets removal permit
Conduct perimeter, building and area patrols
Assist during mobile patrols including external (remote sites) and residential patrols
First aid- minimise injuries and provide support to the injured until help arrives
Firefighting- minimize damages to the infrastructure and to help arrives
Assist with evacuations of personnel and vehicles during an emergency
Surveillance role during industrial action peaceful or violent
Accident- bystanders are kept away from accident scene and there is a small flow of traffic
Crime prevention
Implementation of and obligations of the employer and employee under relevant legislations and standards (OHS Act and ISO standards)
Implementation of the adherence to any other security and safety related requests from the Executive Manager, Risk Control Manager and Head of Protective Services
Conduct external patrols (remote sites, Canal etc)
Supervision of PSO’s and orientation of newly appointed PSO’s
Knowledge
Knowledge in the use of firearms
Knowledge of National Key Point Act and current relevant legislation
Patrolling and guarding
Access and Aggress control
Knowledge of SHEQ Management System ISO 45001
Skills
Communication (Verbal and Written)
Interpersonal skills
Report writing
Conflict handling

Attitude
Customer service orientated
Attention to detail
Assertiveness
Integrity and honesty
Self discipline

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