DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION

CLOSING DATE : 24 April 2026

NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link
https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za 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
pertaining to Senior Management Services (SMS) posts will be subjected to a
technical and competency assessment and 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 12/89 : GENERAL WORKER REF NO: 240426/15 (X19 POSTS)

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations Dir: Operations
Northern Cluster
SALARY : R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Marico Dam

REQUIREMENTS : An ABET Certificate. A higher qualification will serve as an added advantage.
Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate relevant work
experience in a similar environment. Knowledge of general worker in handling
gardening equipment and appliances. Knowledge of working on various
general work including lawn care process. Basic knowledge of maintenance
practices for the efficient and safe upkeep of government water infrastructure
and associated facilities.

DUTIES : Carry out general maintenance activities including weed control, gardening,
painting, maintenance of fire breaks and herbicide application. Conduct
general routine inspections on Departmental infrastructure. Perform
maintenance tasks on government water infrastructure and related facilities
such as canals, pipelines, dams, servitudes, terrain and buildings. Report
faults, defects, and safety hazards to supervisors promptly. Load and off-load
equipment. Adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and all
related safety regulations. Assist with other general duties as and when
requested.

ENQUIRIES : Mr B Mameshi, Tel No: (082) 870 7157 / Mr P Mokgau, Tel No: (082) 870 7157
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:
https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

POST 12/88 : GENERAL WORKER (X6 POSTS)

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations Dr: Operations
Southern
SALARY : R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Breede/Grouritz Ref No: 240426/11 (X1 Post)
Theewaterkloof Ref No: 240426/12 (X1 Post)
Clain William Dam Ref No: 240426/13 (X1 Post)
Vredendal Area Office Ref No: 240426/14 (X3 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS : An ABET Certificate. A higher qualification will serve as an added advantage.
Demonstration to relevant experience in a similar environment will serve as an
added advantage. Knowledge of general worker in handling gardening
equipment and appliances. Knowledge of working on various general work
including lawn care process. Basic knowledge of maintenance practices for the
efficient and safe upkeep of government water infrastructure and associated
facilities.

DUTIES : Carry out general maintenance activities including weed control, gardening,
painting, maintenance of fire breaks and herbicide application. Conduct
general routine inspections on Departmental infrastructure. Perform
maintenance tasks on government water infrastructure and related facilities
such as canals, pipelines, dams, servitudes, terrain and buildings. Report
faults, defects, and safety hazards to supervisors promptly. Load and offload
equipment. Adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and all
related safety regulations. Assist with other general duties as and when
requested.

ENQUIRIES : Mr Monwabisi Tom Tel No: (021) 941 6121
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:
https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

POST 12/87 : WATER CONTROL AID (X15 POSTS)

Branch: Infrastucture Management Northern Operations Dir: Operations
Northern
SALARY : R193 359 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : Hartbeespoort Dam Ref No: 240426/04 (X1 Post)
Buffelspoort Dam Ref No: 240426/05 (X2 Posts)
Roodeplaat Dam Ref No: 240426/06 (X2 Posts)
Vaal Kop Dam Ref No: 240426/07 (X2 Posts)
Marico GWS Ref No: 240426/08 (X3 Posts
Klein Marico Ref No: 240426/09 (X3 Posts)
Lindleyspoort Dam Ref No: 240426/10 (X2 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS : An NQF level 2. A Senior / Grade 12 certificate / Adult Education Training (AET)
or higher qualifications will serve as an added advantage. Good verbal, writing
and reading skills. Basic knowledge in controlling and managing the water
distribution for all Government water works. Basic understanding in
occupational Health and safety. Basic knowledge of flood control. Basic
understanding of record keeping.

DUTIES : Opening and closing of sluices according to scheme regulations. Handling the
water distribution sheet according to scheme regulations. Perform minor
maintenance on structures, fencing and sluices. Assist with opening of blocked
pipes and canals. Remove of algae and water grass in canals regularly.
Conduct daily inspections on section. Report holes on embankments and any
irregularly on canals to Water Control Officer. Look for cracks in measuring
structures and report defects. Stagnant water on the embankments must be
reported. Painting of sluices and long weir sluices. Ensure that sluice numbers
are clearly marked. Keep canal grids clean. Keep gauge plates clean. Keep
structures clean and their surroundings. Keep inlet hole to measuring box
always open. Clean and lock always the post boxes. Repair minor wash outs.
Repair equipment when necessary. Keep equipment’s safe and lock the
storeroom always.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. KS Thantsha Tel No: (015) 307 8600
Mr. ST Ngcobo, Tel No: (013) 262 6839
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:
https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

POST 12/86 : SECURITY OFFICER (NKP) REF NO: 240426/03 (X4 POSTS)

Infrastructure Management: Central Operations Dir: Operations Central
Branch: Infrastructure Management
SALARY : R193 359 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : Central Operations Jericho Dam

REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 4 Senior/Grade 12 qualification Certificate. One (1) to (3) three years
in the Security Industry. PSIRA Grade C certificate. Firearm Training Certificate
with Business Purpose. SAPS competency Certificate. National Key Point
Certificate. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license will serve as an
added advantage. Computer skills. Knowledge of minimum information
security standards (MISS) excellent communication skills verbal and written. A
comprehensive knowledge and understanding of assets and information
protection: Must be willing to work shifts including weekends and public
holidays, must be cleared of any pending criminal records. NB: Shortlisted
candidates will be subjected to perform practical tests.

DUTIES : Guarding and Patrolling the Departmental premises, Conduct and enforce
compliance to access control procedures at all Departmental premises/NKP
main entrance by searching vehicles, people and property as per access
control and Criminal Procedure Act 51/1977, permit or deny entry as required.,
ensure prohibition of unauthorized removal of equipment from the premises,
operate control room security equipment’s. Arrest transgressor’s at NKP area,
Ensure all incidents are recorded in the Occurrence book, ensure application
of emergency procedures in situation like boom threats, riots etc.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. DM Mhlanga Tel No: (017) 846 6000
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:
https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

We wish you all the best with your applications