DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION

CLOSING DATE : 11 April 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 preentry 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 shortlisted 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 11/57 : ARTISAN GRADE A-C (MECHANICAL) REF NO: 110425/12

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations
Dir: Operations Northern (Maintenance)

SALARY : R230 898 – R386 775 per annum, (OSD), (Offer will be based on proven years of
experience)
CENTRE : Groblersdal Area office

REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Fitter and Turner Trade Test Certificate. Two (2) years working as an
Artisan Aid will serve as an added advantage. The disclosure of a valid unexpired
driver’s license. Knowledge of technical analysis, computer-aided applications, legal
compliance, technical report writing and production, process knowledge and skills.
Problem solving and analytical decision making, teamwork and analytical skills.
Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness. Communication
skills both (verbal and written) and computer literacy. Planning and organising skills.
Conflict management. Ability to work independently and under pressure. Knowledge of
Occupational Health and Safety Act, PMDS and PFMA. Candidates may be required
to complete a practical and theoretical test.

DUTIES : Maintenance of mechanical installations in various dams, reservoirs, departmental
houses, pump stations, machinery, dam walls and pipelines. Responsible of laying and
assembly and maintenance of mechanical piping systems. Inspect equipment for
technical faults and repair according to standards. Service equipment according to
schedule. Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications. Ensure adherence to
safety standards, requirements and regulations. Implement planned maintenance and
update maintenance logbooks. Compile and submit reports as required. Individual /
personal development to keep up with new technologies. Compile and submits
technical reports. Keep and maintain job records / register and supervise and mentor
staff. Willingness to travel and ability to work long hours, perform standby duties and
perform well under pressure.

ENQUIRIES : Mr ST Ngcobo Tel No: (013) 262 6800
APPLICATIONS : Groblersdal: Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on
the subject to: NOPSRecruitGDL@dws.gov.za or hand deliver to: Physical Address,
Dept of Water and Sanitation,R25 Bronkhorspruit Road, Aquaville, 0470 or post to: The
Area Manager: Groblersdal Area Manager, Groblersdal Area Office, Private Bag
X8616, Groblersdal, 0470.
FOR ATTENTION : HR Section

POST 11/56 : ARTISAN GRADE A-C (CIVIL) REF NO: 110425/11

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations
Dir Operations Northern (Maintenance)

SALARY : R230 898 – R386 775 per annum, (OSD), (Offer will be based on proven years of
experience)

CENTRE : Groblersdal Area office

REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Carpentry. Two (2) years working as an Artisan
Aid will serve as an added advantage. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s
license. Planning, organising and analytical skills. Technical report writing skills.
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act. Ability to work independently as
well as in a team. Computer literacy. Good communication skills and ability to work
long hours and perform well under pressure. Technical analysis and problem-solving
skills. Willingness to travel. Candidates may be required to complete a practical and
theoretical test.

DUTIES : Maintenance of civil carpentry installations or structures in various dams, reservoirs,
departmental houses, pump stations, machinery, dam walls and pipelines. Perform
repairs on assets as per need. Inspect equipment for technical faults and repair
according to standards. Service equipment according to schedule. Supervise Civil
Maintenance Foreman, Artisan Aids and General Workers. Ensure quality assurance
in line with specifications. Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements and
regulations. Implement planned maintenance and update maintenance logbooks.
Compile and submit reports as required. Individual / personal development to keep up
with new technologies. Compile and submits technical reports. Keep and maintain job
records/ register and supervise and mentor staff. Willingness to travel and ability to
work long hours, perform standby duties and perform well under pressure. Perform
performance reviews for Civil Maintenance personnel. Candidates may be required to
complete a practical and theoretical test.

ENQUIRIES : Mr ST Ngcobo Tel No: (013) 262 6800
APPLICATIONS : Groblersdal: Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on
the subject to: NOPSRecruitGDL@dws.gov.za or hand deliver to: Physical Address,
Dept of Water and Sanitation,R25 Bronkhorspruit Road, Aquaville, 0470 or post to: The
Area Manager: Groblersdal Area Manager, Groblersdal Area Office, Private Bag
X8616, Groblersdal, 0470.
FOR ATTENTION : HR Section

POST 11/55 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C (ELECTRICAL) REF NO: 110425/10

Branch: Infrastructure Management Northern Operations
Dir Operations Northern

SALARY : R230 898 – R386 775 per annum, (OSD), (Offer will be based on proven years of
experience)

CENTRE : Groblersdal Area office

REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Electrical Trade Test Certificate. Two (2) years working as an Artisan Aid
will serve as an added advantage. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Knowledge of SANS 10142-1&2. Knowledge of air-conditioning and refrigeration will
be an added advantage. Ability to work in a team. Experience of production process
and skills. Technical report writing skills. Experience of Occupational Health and Safety
Act. Experience of legal compliance. Computer aided technical applications and
computer literacy. Good communication skills. Technical analysis and problem-solving
skills.

DUTIES : Maintenance of electrical installations in various dams, reservoirs, departmental
houses, pump stations, machinery, repeater stations, dam walls and pipelines.
Electrical maintenance and inspections of cathodic protection (TRUs). Inspect
equipment for technical faults and repair according to standards. Service equipment
according to schedule. Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications. Ensure
adherence to safety standards, requirements and regulations. Implement planned
maintenance and update maintenance logbooks. Compile and submit reports as
required. Individual / personal development to keep up with new technologies. Compile
and submits technical reports. Keep and maintain job records/ register and supervise
and mentor staff. Willingness to travel and ability to work long hours, perform standby
duties and perform well under pressure. Candidates may be required to complete a
practical and theoretical test.

ENQUIRIES : Mr ST Ngcobo Tel No: (013) 262 6800
APPLICATIONS : Groblersdal: Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on
the subject to: NOPSRecruitGDL@dws.gov.za or hand deliver to: Physical Address,
Dept of Water and Sanitation,R25 Bronkhorspruit Road, Aquaville, 0470 or post to: The
Area Manager: Groblersdal Area Manager, Groblersdal Area Office, Private Bag
X8616, Groblersdal, 0470.
FOR ATTENTION : HR Section

POST 11/54 : ARTISAN FOREMAN GRADE A (MECHANICAL) REF NO: 110425/09

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations
Dir Operations Northern
Sub Div: Maintenance

SALARY : R362 130 per annum, (OSD)

CENTRE : Groblersdal Area Office

REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Fitter and Turner Trade Test Certificate. Five (5) years post qualification
experience as an Artisan Mechanical field (Fitter and Turner). The disclosure of a valid
unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge of technical analysis, computer-aided
applications, legal compliance, technical report writing and production, process
knowledge and skills. Problem solving and analytical decision making, teamwork and
analytical skills. Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication skills both (verbal and written) and computer literacy. Planning and
organising skills. Conflict management. Ability to work independently and under
pressure. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, PMDS and PFMA.
Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test.

DUTIES : Supervise the design and production of technical services. Supervise maintenance of
technical services, perform administrative and related functions. Human capital
resources management. Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements, and
regulations. Compile and submit technical report as required. Maintenance of bulk raw
water infrastructure. Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications. Ensure
adherence to safety standards, requirements, and regulations. Implement planned
maintenance and update maintenance logbooks. Compile and submit reports as
required. Supervise and mentor staff. Continuous individual development to keep up
with new technologies and procedures.

ENQUIRIES : Mr ST Ngcobo Tel No: (013) 262 6800
APPLICATIONS : Groblersdal: Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on
the subject to: NOPSRecruitGDL@dws.gov.za or hand deliver to: Physical Address,
Dept of Water and Sanitation,R25 Bronkhorspruit Road, Aquaville, 0470 or post to: The
Area Manager: Groblersdal Area Manager, Groblersdal Area Office, Private Bag
X8616, Groblersdal, 0470.
FOR ATTENTION : HR Section