DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION Jobs – 22 June

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:
https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

CLOSING DATE : 03 July 2026

NOTE : 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 on the online Z83 must be completed as
      these fields are regarded as compulsory. 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 qualifications
      (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the abovementioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates for
      SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following
      the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates
      will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities,
      behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. A pre-entry
      certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to
      the appointment. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake
      two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a
      candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements
      and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Candidates
      will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo 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 21/190 : REGISTRY CLERK SUPERVISOR REF NO: 030726/05

SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Head Office (Pretoria)

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade12
Certificate and a Certificate or Diploma in Records Management, Information
Services will serve as an added advantage. Minimum of three (3) to (5) five
years relevant experience required. Knowledge of Registry duties, practice as
well as the ability to capture data and operate computer. Working knowledge
and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service
and Records Management. Knowledge and understanding and application of
National Archive and Records Services Act (Act 43 of 1996). Knowledge of
storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment.
Understanding of the work in registry. Planning and organization. Computer
literacy. Good verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal relations,
flexibility and teamwork.

DUTIES : Supervise and provide registry counter services, Attend to clients. Supervise
the handling of incoming and outgoing correspondence. Supervise and sort,
register and dispatch mail. Supervise and render an effective filling and record
management service according to the Departmental file plan. Opening and
closing of files according to record classification system. Filing, tracing and
retrieval documents and files. Complete index cards for all files. Supervise the
operation and operate machine related to registry functions, Open and
maintain franking machine register. Frank post. Undertake spot checks on post
to ensure no private post is included. Open and Close remittance register. Keep
daily record of number of letters franked. Supervise the processing and
process documents for archiving and disposal. Sort and package files for
archives and distribution. Keep records for archived documents. Support
satellite office with the application and utilization of Departmental File Plan.
Supervise human resources/Staff. Allocate and ensure quality of work,
personnel development, assess staff performance and apply discipline.

ENQUIRIES : Ms M Mokhele Tel No (012) 336 8284

POST 21/189 : SENIOR INTERNAL AUDIT REF NO: 030726/04

Branch: Director-General
Dir: Internal Audit
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Pretoria Head Office

REQUIREMENTS : An NQF level 6 in Auditing/Information systems/Data Science. Two (2) years’
experience in IT auditing environment. Knowledge and understanding of
internal Audit standards and procedures. Knowledge and understanding of
information technology audits. Knowledge and understanding of risk
assessment and management. Knowledge and understanding of COBIT, ITIL
and ISO 27000. Knowledge and understanding of departmental policies,
practices, systems and procedures. Understanding of Public Finance
Management Act (PFMA). Knowledge of government Transversal systems.

DUTIES : Conduct information technology audits. Identify exceptions or gaps and
potential audit findings. Perform IT General controls audits. Perform IT
Application Control audits. Perform Data Analysis. Compile IT Audits in line with
an approved Internal audit and IT audit Methodology.

ENQUIRIES : Mr P Jordaan Tel No: (012) 336 8854

POST 21/188 : CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST GRADE A REF NO: 030726/03

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations
Dir: Operations Central
SALARY : R958 776 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
CENTRE : Vaal Dam (Upper Vaal)

REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor of Technology in Engineering (B-Tech) or relevant qualification. Six
(6) years post qualification Engineering Technologist experience required.
Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
as a Professional Engineering Technologist. The disclosure of a valid
unexpired driver’s license. Understanding of project and programme
management. Knowledge of technical design and analysis. Research and
Development. Computer -aided Engineering applications. Knowledge of legal
compliance in the technical environment. Able to prepare technical reports and
provide technical consulting. Professional judgement. Financial Management.
People management. Communication Skills. Budget management and working
knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and the PFMA

DUTIES : This post requires a qualified person to provide technological advisory services
to the Area Office and Cluster. Develop, maintain and manage current
technologies. Perform administrative and related functions. Evaluate and
monitor existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to
incorporate new technology. Ensure quality assurance of technical solutions by
applying engineering principles. Identify and optimize technological designs.
Manage administrative and related functions. Provide inputs into the budgeting
process. Ensure the development, Implementation and maintenance of
databases. Manage and supervise technological and related personnel and
assets. Perform duties away from the office and must be able to travel
excessive distances. Able to work under pressure to provide technical reports
and final drawings within the prescribed time frame. Research and
development. Good communication skills to communicate with the public,
colleagues, and clients.

ENQUIRIES : Mr N Buthelezi Tel No (012) 741 7301
NOTE : Candidates may be subjected to a skills and knowledge test. Please be advised
that the office will transition to an SANWRIA agency

We wish you all the best with your applications