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- SURVEY TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION
- CHIEF ARTISAN
CLOSING DATE : 23 February 2024
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 and 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. A 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. 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 or emailed 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.
SURVEY TECHNICIAN
POST 05/10 : SURVEY TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A – C REF NO: 230224/07
Branch: Water Services Management
Cd: National Water Resource Information Management
SALARY : R353 013 – R531 117 per annum, (offer will be based on proven years of experience)
CENTRE : Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS
A National Diploma in Survey / Cartography or relevant qualification. Three (3) years post qualification
technical experience in land acquisition, property verification, land valuation, cadastral surveys and/or
engineering / topographical / hydrological surveys for dam basins and related water infrastructure
such as pipelines, canals, and reservoirs. Compulsory unexpired registration with the South African
Geomatics Council (SAGC) as a Survey/Surveyor Technician. The disclosure of a valid unexpired
driver’s license. Knowledge of processes and legislation relating to the land survey environment.
Good communication skills in technical consulting and professional judgement. Sound knowledge of
Survey equipment operation. Knowledge of Survey design and analysis. Research and development
skills in the Survey field. Certificate in computer-aided design (CAD) survey software and/or GIS
applications with relevant knowledge and skills such as ArcGIS, Surpac, Model Maker, MicroStation,
and GPS instruments plus post-processing. Sound knowledge of MS Office software. Creating a highperformance culture. Problem solving and analysis. Customer focus and responsiveness. Good
planning and organising skills.
DUTIES
Plan and perform cadastral or other surveys, reviews, and quality control on survey requests
according to set standards and designs. Analyse, research and respond to client requests for land
management related information. Continuously monitor the exchange and protection of information
between operations and individuals to ensure effective knowledge management according to
departmental objectives. Training and mentorship of learner interns and graduate trainees.
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Rajah Tel No: (012) 336 8130
APPLICATIONS : Pretoria (Head Office): Please forward your application quoting the relevant reference number to the Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag X350, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to Delta Continental Building, Corner of Visagie and Bosman Street, Pretoria.
FOR ATTENTION : Planning, Recruitment & Selection Unit
CHIEF ARTISAN
POST 05/09 : CHIEF ARTISAN GRADE A (CIVIL) REF NO: 230224/06
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operation
Dir: Civil Maintenance
SALARY : R434 787 per annum
CENTRE : Tzaneen
REQUIREMENTS
An appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Ten (10) years post qualification experience required as an
Artisan/ Artisan Foreman. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge of legal
compliance. Knowledge of technical analysis. Computer aided applications. Knowledge of technical
report writing. Understanding of project management. Team leadership, production process
knowledge and skills. Problem solving and analysis. Decision making, ability to work independently
and in a team. Analytical and creativity skills. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Computer
skills, planning, organising and execution. Willingness to travel throughout South Africa for the
execution of some duties.
DUTIES
Manage plumbers, carpenters, painters, building and construction workers. Planning and organizing
of work according to the budget implementation. Construction and maintenance of civil structures on
the scheme. Manage standby and after hours services. Ensure compliance with Occupational Health
and Safety Act. Manage civil maintenance teams and workshop. Ensure compliance with prescribed
specifications and standards to ensure safe and serviceable infrastructure through planned
maintenance, scheduled and unscheduled repairs and refurbishment projects. Manufacture items
from own planning and drawings. Source, liaise and obtain quotations from suppliers and ensure
product compliance to specifications and standards. Manage and evaluate staff performance on an
on-going basis. Manage administrative and related functions. Ensure compliance with Occupational
health and safety. Conduct inspections, dam safety inspections and asset verifications
ENQUIRIES : Mr KS Thantsha Tel No: (015) 307 8600
APPLICATIONS : Northern Operations (Tzaneen): Please forward your application quoting the relevant reference number to The Department of Water and Sanitation: The Area Manager, Tzaneen Area Office, Private Bag X4012, Tzaneen, 0851.
FOR ATTENTION : HR Section
All the best with your applications.
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