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APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:
https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
CLOSING DATE : 24 August 2026
NOTE : Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity
documents, 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
- 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 28/76 : GENERAL WORKER REF NO: 240826/09
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Dir: Operations Southern
SALARY : R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Mthatha
REQUIREMENTS : ABET qualification. Experience in performing manual work will serve as an
added advantage. Knowledge of general work in handling equipment and
appliances. Basic knowledge of chemical use (dilution/mix) chemical product
knowledge. Basic knowledge daily maintenance procedures for efficient
machine/equipment performance. Basic in knowledge supporting water
utilization and water resource strategy. Basic knowledge of health and safety
procedures. Basic knowledge of garden maintenance. Basic understanding of
Government legislation. Communication skills and ability to work in a team.
Must be punctual, productive, and loyal. Must be able to work in or near rivers,
dams, and canals.
DUTIES : Clean and maintain grounds, canals etc. Assist in repairing tools and structures
such as building, fences, canals areas and benches using hand and power
tools. Mix spray or spread fertilizers using hand or automatic sprayers or
spreaders. Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots,
planters, and other ground features. Maintain existing grounds / gardens by
caring for sod, plants, and trees. Rake and mulch leaves irrigate plants and
lawns. Sweep walkways, grounds, and clean buildings by sweeping and
washing floors.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. M Boyce, Cell No: (083) 412 1966
NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area
POST 28/75 : MAINTENANCE VEHICLE OPERATOR REF NO: 240826/08 (X3 POSTS)
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Dir: Operations Southern
SALARY : R201 093 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : Uitkeer / Somerset East
REQUIREMENTS : An NQF level 4. The disclosure of a valid Code EC /EC1 (or equivalent)
unexpired driver’s license with valid PDP. Certified competency /operating
certificate or relevant heavy plant/ machinery. At least five (5) years’ experience
in driving heavy motor vehicles and operating heavy equipment. Traffic and
road safety regulations. Mechanical knowledge of heavy vehicles and
machinery. Occupational Health Safety (OHS). Basic knowledge of
departmental transport policies and procedures. Basic record keeping and
reporting procedures. Good Communication skills both (verbal and written).
Attention to details and alertness. Problem solving in operational
environments. Ability to work under pressure and in adverse weather/site
conditions. Integrity and discretion.
DUTIES : Responsible for conducting quality assurance of driver/operator systems.
Operate specialised plant/ equipment. Implement best practice of
driver/operator systems. Responsible for daily roadworthy inspections.
Responsible for ensuring that vehicles are serviced on time. Analyse logistics
operations. Transportation of work teams and materials/ equipment. Collection
of goods at suppliers and department stores. Maintenance of registering
department and pickups. Function in accordance with applicable legislative
requirements. Detect and repair minor mechanical problems on the vehicles/
equipment and take steps to have it repaired. Routine maintenance of
equipment. Routine inspection of visible defects around the exterior of the
equipment and vehicles. Attend to special requests. Recording of daily trips,
fuel and fluids levels. Periodic checks on vehicles maintenance standards.
Ensure that the place is clean, where equipment is kept avoiding fire hazards.
Adherence to Safety and procedures: ensure the safekeeping of equipment
and vehicles. Assist with maintenance work at gauging stations. Assist with
refurbishment and construction work at gauging stations. Assist the technical
personnel with special tasks.
ENQUIRIES : SF Cannon Tel No: (042) 243 6100 / (063) 500 6215
POST 28/74 : FINANCE CLERK PRODUCTION REF NO: 240826/07
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Dir: Operations Southern
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Port Elizabeth
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/ Grade 12 certificate with accounting as a passed subject. Basic
knowledge of financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data,
operate a computer and collate financial statistics by use of spreadsheets.
Basic knowledge and insight into the Public Service Financial legislation,
procedures and treasury regulations (PFMA, DORA, PSA, PISR, PPPFA,
Financial Manual). Knowledge of financial operating systems such as PERSAL
and SAP. Good communication skills. Accountability, integrity, honesty and
ethical conduct. Must be able to work under pressure.
DUTIES : Responsible for compiling, checking and capturing payroll allowances on
PERSAL e.g. Subsistence and Travel claims, overtime, standby and payroll
deduction transactions. Liaise with third party with regards to court
maintenance orders to submit and implement. Distribute pay slips plus
supplementary pay slips to officials and submit signed pay point certificates to
head office. Attend payroll enquiries. Receive vendor invoices and keep
accurate register. Liaise with different sections regarding source documents.
Compile source documents and capture invoices to pay vendors on SAP.
Ensure that creditors are paid within 30 days. Perform Creditors Reconciliation.
Compile Payables and Accruals reports. Be responsible for Cashier’s
functions. Safekeeping of cash and checking of Petty Cash issued. Replenish
Petty Cash when required. Attend to vendor enquiries. Scan paid invoices onto
SAP. Perform cashier duties, receiving and issuing receipts and banking of
cash. Perform petty cash transactions. Order and distribute stationery. File all
face value documents systematically and complete. Attend to audit samples
and ensure compliance.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Z Tototo Tel No: (041) 508 9734
NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area
POST 28/73 : SUPPLY CHAIN CLERK PRODUCTION REF NO: 240826/06
Branch: Finance Main Account
Cd: Supply Chain Management
Dir: Asset Management
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate. National Diploma (NQF 6), in Accounting/
Financial Management/ Logistics Management/ Supply Chain Management
will serve as an added advantage. Current Enrolment in Internship in
Finance/Supply Chain Management will serve as an added advantage. Special
requirements (Skills needed) Knowledge of the PFMA, Asset Management
Framework and Treasury Regulations. Proficiency in Microsoft, Office suits,
Excel. Good communication skills both (Verbal and Written). Co-ordination,
planning and organisational skills. Flexibility, teamwork and interpersonal
relationship skills, Problem solving and maintain discipline.
DUTIES : Perform quarterly asset count, Conduct Bi –annual physical verification of
movable assets. Ensure that all movements of assets are updated. Ensure that
the Asset Register is regularly updated. Update inventory lists. Receiving of
new assets and barcoding. Updating of leased assets register. Assist in
disposal and losses of assets. Willingness to work cooperatively with others as
a team and good communication skills. Perform other activities as required to
achieve the goals of Department of Water and Sanitation.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Woko Tel No: (012) 336 8982
POST 28/72 : ADMINISTRATION OFFICER REF NO: 240826/05
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Dir: Operations Southern
SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma or Degree in Public Management or Administration. One
(1) to Three (3) years’ experience in administrative matters. The disclosure of
a valid unexpired driver’s license. Experience in the environmental
management sector will be an added advantage. Knowledge of administrative
procedures. Basic financial management and knowledge of PFMA. Basic
knowledge of the National Water Act, National Environmental Management Act
and other environmental legislations and policies. Computer literacy. Client
orientation and customer focus. Good communication skills (both verbal and
written), report writing, and organisational skills. People and diversity
management. Accountability and ethical conduct. Problem solving and
analysis.
DUTIES : Provide administrative support to all personnel in the Integrated Environmental
Engineering Component. Assist with administration and coordination of
environmental compliance, access and use of government waterworks, related
environmental programs and land administration. Maintain records and support
information management relating to land rights Administration. Implement and
maintain administrative procedures. Administer procurement processes for the
component in accordance with departmental and SCM prescripts. Maintain
records on goods and services procured for the component. Provide accurate
statistics. Maintain a register of the component. Coordinate travel, logistics and
administrative support for meetings, site visits and stakeholder engagements.
Compile submissions and administrative reports as delegated by the
supervisor.
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Mapapu Tel No: (041) 508 9718
POST 28/71 : COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER REF NO: 240826/04
Branch: Water And Sanitation Services Management: EC
Cd: Provincial Operations Eastern Cape
SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : King Williams Town
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Human Sciences. One (1) to two (2) years’ experience
in water and sanitation stakeholder management, education and awareness,
hygiene, community development and project management. The disclosure of
a valid unexpired driver’s license (candidates should be able to drive).
Knowledge of community development work, skills, attitudes and values of
communities. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social
systems and legislation to assist with interventions at the points where people
interact with their environments in order to promote self-empowerment.
Knowledge and understanding of basic financial management. The ability and
competence to co-ordinate community development structures and ability to
manage projects. The ability to influence individuals and groups to participate
in their own self-empowerment ventures. The understanding of social
dynamics of communities. Problem-solving, facilitation, research and
presentation skills. Computer literacy. Good communication skills both (verbal
and written).
DUTIES : Identify and facilitate the implementation of integrated community development
interventions in partnership with the community and other relevant
stakeholders. Liaise and co-ordination with all relevant role players,
stakeholders, internal and external to facilitate collaboration and to establish
partnerships to ensure sustainability of development actions within the
community. Support communities and perform administrative support on
community development and related activities. Keep up to date with new
developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery.
Provide institutional support and social facilitation to infrastructure
development. Conduct hygiene awareness campaigns to schools and
communities. Assist sanitation unit with procurement of promotional materials.
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Mosome Tel No: (043) 604 5569
POST 28/70 : ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C REF NO: 240826/03
Branch: Water And Sanitation Services Management: MP
Cd: Provincial Operations: Mpumalanga
Sd: Infrastructure Development and Maintenance
SALARY : R407 337 – R435 066 per annum, (OSD), (Offer will be based on proven years
of experience)
CENTRE : Mbombela
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Engineering or relevant qualification. Three (3) years
post qualification technical engineering experience. Compulsory registration
with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering
Technician. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge and
experience in project management, technical design and analysis.
Understanding of research and development. Computer aided engineering
applications. Problem solving, decision making, teamwork, creativity, customer
focus and responsiveness. Good communication skills (both verbal and
written).
DUTIES : Render technical services to the directorate. Assist engineers, technologist and
associates in the appraisal of business plans and technical reports. Monitor the
implementation of Infrastructure projects such as Regional Bulk Infrastructure
Programme (RBIG) and Water Services Infrastructure Grant (WSIG) through
conducting site inspections; site meetings; compilation and submission of
progress reports. Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory
requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and
procedures to incorporate new technology. Evaluate technical designs with
specifications and submit approval by the relevant authority. Perform
administrative and related functions. Provide inputs into the budgeting process
as required. Compile and submit expenditure reports as required. Verify and
certify invoices for payment of contractors and public service providers.
Maintain proper records and documentation for all projects to enable a clean
audit. Provide and consolidate inputs to the infrastructure development
operational plan. Develop, implement and maintain databases. Research and
development. Continuous professional development to keep up with new
technologies and procedures.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Matiso, Tel No: (013) 759 7330 / Ms FM Mkhwanazi, Tel No: (013) 759
7515 / Ms PC Ngwamba, Tel No: (013) 759 7446 / Mr E Pinga Tel No: (013)
759 7575
POST 28/69 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT REF NO: 240826/02
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations
Dir: Operations Northern
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Hartbeespoort Cluster Office
REQUIREMENTS : A bachelor’s degree or relevant qualification at NQF Level 7 in Financial
Management. Five (5) years relevant experience in Financial Accounting at
supervisory/management (ASD) level. Knowledge and understanding on
human resource management legislation, policies, practices and procedures.
Knowle and understanding of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA),
treasury regulations and guidelines. Knowledge of public service anticorruption strategy and anti-corruption and fraud prevention measures.
Knowledge of equal opportunities and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
Knowledge of administrative clerical procedures and systems. Understanding
of departmental policies and procedures, government financial systems,
principles and practice of financial accounting. Understanding of framework for
managing performance information. Knowledge of business strategy
transaction and alignment. Problem solving and analysis. People diversity
management. Client orientation and customer focus. Excellent communication
skill (both verbal and written). Accountability and ethical conduct.
DUTIES : Manage the financial revenue, expenditure management, supply chain
management and accounting sub-directorate. Monitor the policy and legislative
framework to ensure that cognisance is taken of new developments. Develop
and maintain policies and processes. Monitor revenue collected, expenditure
incurred, submits reports and plans as required. Monitor compliance with
financial prescripts. Provide advice and guidance to role players on revenue
and expenditure procedure. Undertake revenue, expenditure management and
accounting work as required. Revenue management-Ensure that cashier,
banking, debt management, monitoring and reporting services are rendered.
Expenditure management-Ensure that payment for compensation of
employees, goods and services, transfers, subsidies and reporting are
efficiently and effectively performed. Accounting-To provides financial
administration and accounting services (legal/journals, accounting and
reporting, interim and annual financial statements). Manage the subdirectorate revenue, expenditure management and accounting. Maintenance
of discipline. Management of performance and development. Undertake
Human Resource and other related administrative functions. Establish,
implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements.
Develop and manage the operational plan of the sub-directorate and report on
progress as required. Develop, implement and maintain processes to ensure
proper control of work. Compile and submit all required administrative reports,
serve on transverse task teams as required. Procurement and asset
management for the Directorate. Planning and allocate work, Quality control of
work delivered by employees. Conduct strategic tariff determination
assessments, utilising macroeconomic variables to design sustainable, legally
compliant pricing structures for cluster services. Functional technical advice
and guidance.
ENQUIRIES : Mr TG Monaisa Tel No: (012) 200 9000
POST 28/68 : CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST GRADE A (CIVIL) REF NO: 240826/0
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Dir: Operations Southern
Sd: Water Resources Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance
SALARY : R958 776 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
CENTRE : Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Civil Engineering as recognised by SAQA.
A minimum of six (6) years’ post-qualification experience as an Engineering
Technologist/Technician. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council
of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technologist. The
disclosure of a valid Code B unexpired driver’s licence (except for persons with
disabilities). Demonstrated experience in infrastructure condition assessment,
project management, design and analysis of water-related infrastructure,
preparation of procurement documentation and site supervision of construction
works. Proven practical experience in mentoring graduate interns and
facilitating training and development. An understanding of ECSA professional
mentorship requirements will be an added advantage. Sound knowledge of
contract administration and project management, with proven ability to interpret
and review technical drawings and designs. Understanding of public sector
procurement processes and financial planning and management principles.
Knowledge of applicable legislation, including the National Water Act, Water
Services Act, environmental legislation, and the Public Finance Management
Act (PFMA). Familiarity with standard forms of contract used in infrastructure
projects. Strong communication, conflict management, dispute resolution, and
negotiation skills. Proven ability in computer aided design software with special
emphasis on ability to work with Autodesk Revit. Problem solving and decisionmaking skills are essential as well as the ability to work in multi-disciplinary
teams. Willingness to work outside normal working hours and to travel
extensively throughout the Eastern and Western Cape Provinces.
DUTIES : Manage technical services in conjunction with engineers, technologists,
technicians and maintenance personnel. Ensure safety in terms of statutory
and regulatory requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard
drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure the quality of
technical designs with specifications and authorise/make recommendations for
approval by the relevant authority. Manage projects in terms of best practice
and policy requirements. Undertake condition assessments of infrastructure
and update the relevant databases and produce detailed reports on
assessment results. Prioritise infrastructure rehabilitation projects based on
condition assessments. Undertake analyses and designs of rehabilitation
solutions. Produce the necessary design reports, drawings and specifications.
Supervise rehabilitation work on site. Manage, supervise and control technical
and related personnel and assets. Research studies on technical engineering
technology to improve expertise, liaise with relevant bodies/councils on
engineering related matters. Mentor candidate technicians. Lend support to
strategic and business planning, financial management, human resource
management and general office management of the section.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. G Daniell Tel No: (041) 508 9706)
We wish you all the best with your applications
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