CLOSING DATE : 13 October 2023

POST 35/65 : WATER CONTROL OFFICER REF NO: 131023/23
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operation
SALARY : R241 485 per annum (Level 06)
CENTRE : Mooirivier (Boskop Dam)
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior / Grade 12 Certificate. Appropriate experience within the field of water
distribution for the period of at least one (1) to three (3) years as a Water
Control Aid will serve as an added advantage. The disclosure of valid
unexpired driver’s license. Mathematical literacy as a passed subject will serve
as an added advantage. Experience in internal water control courses will serve
as an added advantage. Knowledge in controlling and managing the water
distribution for Government Waterworks. Understanding policy
implementation, monitoring and evaluation principles. Knowledge in managing
human resources. Disciplinary knowledge in Occupational Health and Safety
Act. Disciplinary knowledge in public administration. Knowledge in flood
control. Understanding of government legislations, policies, and procedures.
DUTIES : Control and monitor the release and distribution of water. Keep records of
water balances and meter readings for billing purposes. Collect and keep
records of hydrological data. Apply Health and Safety regulations within the
Water control division. Assist with evaluation of work performance of
subordinates. Conduct routine dam safety inspections and dam management
in line with dam safety regulations. Conduct routine mechanical maintenance.
Conduct administration functions within the section.
ENQUIRIES : Mr TM Rantekane Tel No: (018) 294 9320
APPLICATIONS : Mooiriver Boskop Dam: Please forward your application quoting the relevant
reference number to: The Area Manager: Department of Water and Sanitation,
Private Bag X936, Potchefstroom, 2520.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms. M Maduna


POST 35/66 : FINANCE CLERK: PRODUCTION REF NO: 131023/24
Branch: Provincial Operation: Western Cape
SALARY : R202 233 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Bellville
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior / Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification. Basic knowledge of
financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate a
computer and collate financial statistics. Basic knowledge and insight of the
Public Service financial legislations, procedures, and Treasury regulations
(PFMA, DORA, PSA, PSR, PPPFA, Financial Manual). Knowledge of basic
financial operating systems (PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS etc). Knowledge
Management. Problem solving and Analysis. People and Diversity
Management. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication.
Accountability and ethical conduct.
DUTIES : Receive invoices, stamp, and Record on Invoice register. Check and Capture
transactions on PERSAL. Check and capture Sundry Payments, receipts, and
Journals on BAS. Request reports on PERSAL and BAS. Monitor outstanding
S&T advances. Be responsible for Cashier functions. Safekeeping of cash and
checking of Petty cash issued. Replenish Petty Cash when required. Be
responsible for Payroll administration. Distribution of Salary and
supplementary Payslips to Officials, Update Registers, compile sundry
payments for big creditors, Batch control. Ensure monthly statements for
creditors are reconciled. Compile monthly reports.
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Kapela Tel No: (021) 941 6318
APPLICATIONS : Western Cape (Bellville): Please forward your applications quoting the
relevant reference number to The Provincial Head: Western Cape,
Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag X16, Sanlamhof, 7532 or
hand deliver to Sigma Building, 3 Blanckenberg Road, Bellville.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr V Mzimba


POST 35/67 : SECURITY OFFICER REF NO: 131023/25
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operation
SALARY : R171 537 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : Vaal Dam Pump Station
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior / Grade 12 certificate, Grade C security certificate. National Key Point
(NKP) training. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. One (1) to
three (3) years’ experience in the security industry. Computer literacy and skills
in MS Office Software package. Knowledge of prescribed security legislation
e.g., MISS, Protection of Information Act, etc. Knowledge and experience of
emergency procedures. Knowledge of Health and Safety. Sound knowledge,
interpretation, and application of security code of conduct, security legislations
and directives. Good listening, communication, interpersonal skills, ability to
interact with people at all levels and work in a team environment. Analytical
thinking, problem-solving, ability to handle conflict and excellent report writing
skills. Able to work under pressure.
DUTIES : Perform NKP access control functions. Ensure security/safety in the building
and the premises. Ensure the prohibition of unauthorized removal of
equipment, documents and stores from building or premises. Ensure all
incidents are recorded in the occurrence books /registers. Operate control
room security equipment. Arrest transgressors at the National Key Point.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. C Mokone Tel No: (016) 371 3034
APPLICATIONS : Central Operation (Vaal Dam): Please forward your application quoting the
relevant reference number to The Department of Water and Sanitation, Private
Bag X02, Deneysville, 1932 or hand deliver to Vaal Dam Plot 1 Mackenzie
Street Deneysville 1932.
FOR ATTENTION : Simon Mbongo/ Madzivhadela


POST 35/68 : GENERAL FOREMAN (CIVIL) REF NO: 131023/26
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operation
SALARY : R171 537 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : Free State (Gariep Dam): Orange Fish Tunnel
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 8. One (1) to Two (02) years’ experience. 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. Team Leadership. Production, process knowledge and skills.
Knowledge of problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Ability to work
independently and in a team. Analytical and creativity skills. Communication
and interpersonal skills. Computer skills. Project management. Planning,
organizing and execution. Technical report writing. Problem solving and
analysis, decision making, team leadership, creativity, self-management,
customer focus and responsiveness. Sound interpersonal and leadership
skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Planning, organizing
and people management. Willingness to travel throughout South Africa for the
execution of some duties.
DUTIES : General maintenance and repairs in bulk water infrastructures and
construction environments. Basic repairs to damaged equipment. Refer
equipment to other service providers for repairs. Conduct general routine
inspections and general maintenance of grounds and equipment. Supervise
cleaning of buildings and structures including tunnels. Supervise subordinates
on a regular basis. Keep water measurement structures and surroundings
clean, and report defects. Ensure equipment and grounds are in good
condition. Keep records and job cards of maintenance work.
ENQUIRIES : Mr SM Segalo Tel No: (051) 405 9000
APPLICATIONS : Free State (Gariep Dam): Orange Fish Tunnel: Please forward your
application quoting the relevant reference number to The Department of Water
and Sanitation, Private Bag 528, Bloemfontein,9300 or hand deliver to Bloem
Plaza Building, second floor, Corner Charlotte Maxeke & East Burger Street,
second floor Bloemfontein.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms NSM Maloka


POST 35/69 : DRIVER REF NO: 131023/27

Branch: Water Resource Management
Dir: Resource Quality Information Services
SALARY : R147 036 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE : Roodeplaat Dam
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 10 certificate or equivalent qualification. Code 10 driver’s license with
two (2) to three (3) years’ experience in driver / messenger services.
Knowledge of organisational policies and procedures. Basic knowledge of
government regulations, practice notes, circulars, and policy frameworks.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. An understanding and
commitment of government objectives, policies and programmes. Good client
orientation and customer focus. Knowledge of process flow. Communication
and writing skills needed as well as ability to work in a team.
DUTIES : Responsible for transporting of personnel. The delivery and collection of
documents and passengers. Function in accordance with applicable legislative
requirements. Routine maintenance of vehicles. Routine inspection on visible
defects around the exterior of the vehicles. The monitoring of various fluid
levels. Monitor the utilization of vehicles in the absence of Transport Clerk.
Attend to special requests. The recording of fuel and fluids levels. The
recording of operations of the vehicles. The periodic checks on vehicle
maintenance standards. Ensure the safekeeping of vehicles.
ENQUIRIES : Ms G Gafane Tel No: (012) 808 9500 / 060 571 3362
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
NOTE : The successful candidate will be subjected to a driving test.


POST 35/70 : SECURITY OFFICER REF NO: 131023/28
Branch: Corporate Support Service
Dir: Security Management
SALARY : R147 036 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE : Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior / Grade 12 certificate. PSIRA Grade C certificate as compliance to
Private security regulatory authority. Two (2) to three (3) years’ experience in
the field of Security industry. Knowledge of access control (control of access
to public premises and vehicle Act), movement of equipment or assets and
stores. Knowledge of prescribed security procedures e.g., MISS, MPSS,
Protection of information Act and Security related legislations/ regulations.
Knowledge of emergency procedures.
DUTIES : Perform access control functions by controlling access and egress and
determining whether visitors have appointments or the service that the visitor
requires. Contact the relevant employee to confirm the appointment or refer
the visitor to the relevant service delivery point. Complete or ensure that the
access control register is controlled, and issue control documents/cards as
required. Escort visitors to the relevant employees/venues where required.
Operate X-Ray machines in performance of access control to detect
unauthorized and dangerous equipment e.g., firearms and dangerous objects)
where required. Ensure that unauthorized persons and dangerous objects do
not enter the building/premises. Perform proper lockups for all offices and
access points. Identify suspicious conduct. Follow up on incidents. Report all
the identified security breaches and non-compliance to the supervisor. Ensure
safety in the building and the premises through undertaking building and the
premises patrol to identify and check that doors are locked and unlocked as
required, water leaks and taps are closed, fire hazards, exposed electrical
contacts and other fire hazards emanating from, for instance chemicals.
Lights, on and off as required, suspicious objects and packages. Apply
emergency procedures (in situation like bomb scares, riots etc.) and alert
emergency services department management. Monitor and respond to the
alarm system. Ensure that equipment/assets and documents do not leave or
enter the building or premises unauthorized. Records should be in place by
completing or ensuring that registers. to control the movement of the
equipment, stores and documents are completed. Ensure that no
equipment/assets and documents of the department leave the
building/premises unauthorized. Inspect vehicles entering and leaving the
premises. Gather information and report on missing or stolen equipment and
assets. Handle documents and point of entry according to classification and
the prescripts. Ensure that all incidents are recorded in the occurrence
book/register by handling incident reports according to classification and
prescript. Operate control from room security equipment through monitoring of
all movements e.g. Events and activities within the department’s premises
using CCTV equipment. Ensure that security systems are in good working
condition. Immediately report all incidents monitored, report to the supervisor.
Monitor all access points for effective access control. Report all identified noncompliance to security policy and procedure to improve office security. The
successful candidate would be required to work shifts night shifts including
weekends and public holidays.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. M Buys Tel No: (012) 336 8321
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, 0001.
FOR ATTENTION : Planning, Recruitment and Selection unit