AMATOLA WATER

 

 

 

Artisan Aid Plumber

2026-04-29 - 2026-05-20

Contractor

EL000067

Engineering and Technical

Eastern Cape, East London

Artisan Aid Plumber

Project Based Fixed Term Contract

Operations Division

Based at Nahoon Dam

Total Guaranteed Package: R 269,499.00

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Grade 12 with Maths and Science
  • N2 qualification in Civil Engineering

Preferred Qualification:

  • N3 qualification in Civil Engineering

Minimum Experience:

  • 2-3 years’ experience in a technical field
  • General plumbing experience
  • General knowledge of water and sewer pipelines
  • Ability to work with hand tools

 

Key Outputs:

Reporting to the Artisan Plumber the appointee will:

  • Assisting with water pipeline maintenance
  • Supporting repair teams in fixing infrastructure faults
  • Participating in field inspections to identify network issues
  • Assisting with plumbing installations
  • Supporting operational maintenance procedures
  • Perform routine and breakdown maintenance on various sites
  • Ensure that relevant defects and work requests are attended to promptly to minimise outage time
  • Perform preventative maintenance function
  • Ensure all safe conditions before commencing any work on site.
  • Report accidents/defects
  • Assist with maintaining a good all round safety programme and good housekeeping

 

Key Competencies:

  • Basic knowledge of safety regulations
  • Valid unendorsed Driver’s license
  • Knowledge and ability to repair water pipes and fittings
  • Knowledge and ability to work with hand tools
  • Work overtime as requested
  • Knowledge of the OHS Act


The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

 

For more information please contact:

Nomonde Mamba

 

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ARTISAN PLUMBER

2026-04-29 - 2026-05-20

Contractor

EL000068

Engineering and Technical

Eastern Cape, East London

Artisan Plumber

Project Based Fixed Term Contract

Operations Division

Based at Nahoon Dam

Total Guaranteed Package: R 325,101.00

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Grade 12
  • National Certificate in Plumbing (N2)
  • Plumbing Trade test certificate

 

Minimum Experience:

  • 3 years (post trade test) general plumbing and maintenance experience of which must 1 year must be at supervisory level
  • Sound knowledge of maintenance and safety systems (i.e. safety requirements & standards as per OHS Act)

 

Key Outputs:

Reporting to the Foreman, the employee will:

  • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on all types of pipes, and valves in order to minimise major breakdowns of equipment
  • Perform routine maintenance on pipelines and control valves for reservoirs to ensure the continued flow of water and to minimise any water losses
  • Perform a preventative maintenance function to prevent major breakdowns
  • Record all work completed to ensure that the outstanding work and workload is known
  • Co-ordinate modifications to equipment as required from time to time to ensure effective operation of equipment
  • Order material and parts for equipment to ensure breakdowns are kept to a minimum
  • Inspect equipment to ensure all equipment are in good condition before using them
  • Ensure that all applicable regulations and safety rules of both the OSH ACT and Amatola Water are obeyed and applied to minimise accidents and incidents
  • Respond to specific daily requests for maintenance to ensure the smooth running of plants
  • Assist the Foreman with the preparation of the Annual Operating and Capex Budgets
  • Ensure that pipe systems are safe, drained, depressurised and/or isolated prior to commencing work to prevent accidents to co-workers
  • Safe keep and run Amatola pool vehicles to prevent accidents and misuse thereof

 

Key Competencies:

  • Valid unendorsed driver’s license
  • Knowledge of the OHS Act


The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

 

For more information please contact:

Nomonde Mamba

 

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GENERAL WORKER X4

2026-04-29 - 2026-05-20

Permanent

EL000069

Engineering and Technical

Eastern Cape, East London

General Worker x4

Operations Division

Based at Binfield, Debe Nek, Masincedane & Nahoon Dam

Salary: R 228, 401.28 per annum excluding benefits

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Grade 10

Minimum Experience:

  • Knowledge of general work at Dams to maintain property, plant and equipment

Key Outputs:


Reporting to the Plant Superintendent the employee will:

  • Perform general work at water treatment plants/ dams/ pipelines
  • Carry out general work e.g. sweeping floors, windows and machinery of a water treatment works pump stations
  • See to the upkeep of grounds and surroundings, cut grass and clean flowerbeds
  • Transport chemicals for dosage from the chemicals storage area to the dosing point and clean storage area
  • Clean galleries sumps, reservoirs and overflow weirs
  • Carry out additional work; e.g. Painting, scrubbing etc.
  • Provide support with reservoir maintenance requirements
  • Clean sedimentation tanks, sterilising filters and desludging sedimentation tanks
  • Removal of algal build-up on water flow channels.
  • Dig trenches and repair pipelines when necessary.
  • Adhere to all security matters at the WTW
  • Wash vehicles, change of damaged tyres as per instruction to maintain vehicles

 

Key Competencies:

  • Basic knowledge of OHS Act and NOSA and safety aspects
  • Perform standby duties when required

 

A confirmation letter for proof of residence stamped by the Ward councillor/Headman/Chief is required or any verifiable proof of residence etc.


The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

 

For more information please contact:

Nomonde Mamba

 

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HEAVY DUTY DRIVER OPERATOR

2026-04-29 - 2026-05-20

Permanent

EL000070

Engineering and Technical

Eastern Cape, East London

Heavy Duty Driver Operator

Based at Nahoon Dam

Operations Division

Salary: R291 929.88 per annum excluding benefits

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Grade 12

 

Minimum Experience:

  • 3 years’ experience as an operator/ heavy duty driver
  • Code C/EC1/EC Licence (previous Code 10/11/14)
  • Experienced heavy-duty driver
  • Valid TLB / digger-loader certificate from accredited provider
  • Proof of training in operation of High-Up
  • Proof of training in operation of forklift or truck-mounted crane
  • Proof of training in operation of mini excavator


Key Outputs:

Reporting to the Foreman, the appointee will:

  • Operate a TLB, mini excavator, and truck mounted crane to remove burst pipes, dig and refill trenches for bulk pipelines, reservoirs and chambers to assist with the effective and efficient repair and/ or construction of new work as applicable, pipes, chemicals, heavy pumps
  • Operate a forklift to load and off load goods and equipment
  • Transport dangerous goods and implement dangerous goods procedures
  • Drive a 14-ton rollback, 8 ton rollback, 10 ton water tanker, tipper truck and trailer and 10 ton truck to deliver TLB, mini excavator, chlorine, sand, stone and pipes to various wastewater and potable water treatment works and network etc. as applicable
  • Dig trenches and manholes for the construction of new pipelines, reservoirs, cables, ducts, works and repair existing trenches
  • Clean trenches and holes for easy laying and alignment of pipes and concrete structures and planting of poles and markers
  • Repair fences where construction/maintenance of pipelines caused damage
  • Perform necessary maintenance and repairs to ensure good condition
  • Isolate and drain pipelines out before digging trenches
  • Monitor that hand tools are not misused or used in a dangerous way
  • Make sure lifting equipment is in a good condition before attempts are made to lift equipment
  • Use correct lifting techniques to safely remove damaged pipes, plant and equipment
  • Carry out reasonable and lawful instructions as given by the line manager/supervisor within the ambit of the position taking into consideration competencies and operational requirements

 

Key Competencies:

  • Knowledge of basic safety regulations
  • Literate
  • Carry out standby duties as per standby roster to assist with breakdowns
  • Work overtime as required to assist with breakdowns
  • Valid unendorsed driver’s license


The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

 

For more information please contact:

Nomonde Mamba

 

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ICT OPS SPECIALIST

2026-04-29 - 2026-05-20

Permanent

EL000071

Information Technology

Eastern Cape, East London

ICT OPS Specialist

Corporate Services Division

Based at Head Office

Total Guaranteed Package: R 944, 464.05

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor Degree or B. Tech Computer Science, or Information Technology or equivalent
  • Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE)

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Honours Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

 

Minimum Experience:

  • Five (5) years of recent experience with installing, upgrading, configuring and managing Microsoft Windows, Exchange, SQL, Microsoft Azure
  • 5 years’ experience in managing ICT Infrastructure Projects
  • 3 years’ experience in supporting VOIP Telephone system
  • 3 years’ experience supervising IT staff
  • 5 years’ experience in developing and executing IT Disaster Recovery and Backup Plan
  • 5 years’ experience in configuring, supporting and administering Local and Wide Area Network
  • 5 years’ experience in System administration and User Account Management
  • 5 years’ experience in supporting datacentres

 

Key Outputs:

Reporting to the ICT Manager, the employee will:

  • Manage Amatola Water ICT Infrastructure to ensure maximum reliability and Return on Investment (ROI) while supporting business objectives
  • Review ICT Infrastructure trends and Amatola Water business needs and objectives and suggest improvements for the benefit of Amatola Water
  • Investigate, analyse and recommend standard specifications for hardware and software and ensure that these are upheld
  • Manage ICT Operational staff to ensure efficient support is provided to all Amatola Water computer users
  • Ensure that the ICT Department provides prompt and efficient technical support to staff
  • Establish internal Service Level Agreements and ensure the achievement of these by the operational staff
  • Take the necessary steps to ensure Business Continuity, Data Security and appropriate Disaster Recovery processes are in place
  • Regularly review and update the disaster recovery plan
  • Ensure that backups are done regularly and are successful in-line with the Disaster Recovery Plan
  • Ensure the training of end-users on standard products, aligned with HR, to increase efficiency and development of Amatola Water staff
  • Coordinate with Supervisors, Human Resources and Information Technology staff to identify the ICT training needs within Amatola Water
  • Review the assessment of ICT literacy within Amatola Water and oversee the implementation of necessary initiatives to
  • Manage all resources of the unit
  • Motivate and develop staff including setting KPI’s for performance contracts and conducting performance reviews
  • Allocate work according to expertise and developmental needs
  • Risk Management, IT Strategy, Policy and Budget development and implementation
  • Develop, review and keep up-to-date the relevant policies and procedures
  • Ensure that policies and procedures are implemented correctly
  • Develop the relevant IT portions of corporate documents such as annual reports and business plans

 

Key Competencies:

  • Computer literacy
  • Valid unendorsed driver’s license
  • Communication skills
  • Motivational skills


The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

 

For more information please contact:

Nomonde Mamba

 

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INVITATION TO SERVE ON THE AUDIT AND RISK COMMITTEE AS ICT SPECIALIST

2026-04-29 - 2026-05-20

Contractor

EL000072

Strategic Leadership

Eastern Cape, East London

Amatola Water is a State-owned, water services enterprise established in terms of Water Services Act. As a public utility, its prime function is to provide water services to Municipalities, industry and other communities. Amatola Water’s service area includes Buffalo City, the Amathole District and positions of adjoining districts in the central Eastern Cape.

Amatola Water Board hereby invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the appointment as external independent members of its Audit and Risk Committee.

 

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

 

The successful candidates will be appointed for initial period of 3 years, which may at the Board’s discretion, be renewed for another 3 year term. The contract will be reviewed annually based on performance and attendance.

 

PROPOSED MEETING INTERVALS

The Audit and Risk Committee meets at least four times per annum but if circumstances demand, special meetings may be held.

 

REMUNERATION

Audit and Risk Committee members are remunerated per meeting at a rate equivalent as determined by the Department of Water and Sanitation per Policy regarding the Board Practices and the Remuneration of Board Members of the Entities reporting to the Minister of Water and Sanitation.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 

Qualifications

  • Appropriate Postgraduate/Honours Degree (NQF 8) in Computer Science, Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
  • Must be registered with a relevant professional body such as:
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA),
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA),
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP),
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) or
  • Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) Certification will be given preference.

 

Experience

  • 5 - 10 years of Previous experience of participation and leadership in the ICT Steering Committee /Audit and Risk Management Committee.
  • The candidate must have 5 to 10 years of experience in Information Security (including Cyber Security), Corporate Governance and general ICT governance, particularly in the public sector or general IT industry at the Senior Management Level.

 

Duties

The members will amongst other duties perform the following:

  • Review the annual financial statements of the Water Board.
  • Review the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, accounting policies including the adequacy, reliability, and accuracy of financial and non-financial information.
  • Review the performance of the Water Board against their approved target and ensure effective performance evaluation and management.
  • Oversee the effective corporate governance including compliance to the PFMA and other applicable legislation and best practice.
  • Review and approval of internal audit plan and monitor the effectiveness of internal audit.
  • Review and approval of Internal Audit Charter;
  • Review and recommend for approval of the Audit and Risk Committee Charter; and
  • Review management’s resolution of internal and external audit findings.

 

The Audit Committee may be required to respond to the Amatola Water Board and/or the Portfolio Committee through the Department of Water and Sanitation in terms of any issues raised by the Auditor-General in the audit report or conduct investigations on the Water Board’s affairs. Interested applicants must submit a covering letter, curriculum vitae, and certified proof of qualifications / experience and contact details of two references by e-mail or hand delivery or post to the below addresses.

 

APPLICATIONS

Applicants must submit:

  • A detailed CV;
  • Certified copies of ID & academic qualifications (not older than three (3) months); and
  • Contact details of at least two (2) recent, relevant referees.
  • A cover letter motivating suitability for the role;

 

For more information please contact:

Nomonde Mamba

 

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MAINTENANCE FOREMAN

2026-04-29 - 2026-05-20

Contractor

EL000073

Engineering and Technical

Eastern Cape, East London

Maintenance Foreman

Project based fixed term contract

Operations Division

Based at Nahoon Dam

Total Guaranteed Package: R 797, 948.28

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Qualified Artisan (Electrical/ Millwright) with Trade Test Certificate

Preferred Qualification:

  • National Diploma Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical)

Minimum Experience:

  • At least 5 years (post trade test) general maintenance experience gained in a water environment preferably in water and wastewater treatment works

 

Key Outputs:

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the appointee will:

  • Monitor the execution of electrical, mechanical and civil work allocated by visiting the work sites, attending relevant site meetings, attending to problems which might arise, providing technical expertise and assess the quality of completed work
  • Evaluate Artisans monthly breakdown reports and utilisation and report to Maintenance Manager
  • Identify plant, equipment requiring major maintenance, costing and planning thereof to ensure optimum efficiency
  • Determine which specialised spares and equipment are necessary for stock purposes considering lead times and delivery times and ensuring such spares are ordered to minimise plant outage time
  • Identify and ensure all staff are adequately trained with respect to applicable safety regulations in order to create safety awareness amongst staff
  • Assist with identifying and prioritizing of minor projects and refurbishments within the maintenance section to ensure correct work allocation and expenditure
  • Supervise the manpower utilisation and section requirements ensuring the correct staff compliment within the maintenance section
  • Planning and scheduling of works including resource allocation
  • Management of maintenance resources, including maintenance of accurate records of resource utilisation

 

Key Competencies:

  • Sound knowledge of maintenance and safety systems (i.e. safety requirements and standards as per OHS Act)
  • Good project management skills
  • Extensive knowledge and experience of all diverse engineering fields gained in the operations and maintenance of pumps and water treatment equipment including pipelines
  • Sound knowledge of the operation and maintenance of wastewater and water purification and distribution equipment
  • Computer literacy – spreadsheets, word processing, presentation skills etc.
  • Valid unendorsed drivers’ license
  • Industrial Relations and people Skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Financial skills
  • Good trouble shooting abilities
  • Basic Budget Control experience


The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

 

For more information please contact:

Nomonde Mamba

 

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QUANTITY SURVEYOR

2026-04-29 - 2026-05-20

Contractor

EL000074

Engineering and Technical

Eastern Cape, East London

Quantity Surveyor

Project based fixed term contract

Operations Division

Based at Head Office East London

Total Guaranteed Package: R 797, 948.28

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • BSc/B Tech in Quantity Surveying (NQF 7)
  • Project Management Qualification will be an added advantage

 

Required Professional Registration

  • Registration with SACQSP (South African Council for Quantity Surveying Profession) as a professional Quantity Surveyor

Minimum Experience:

  • Minimum of Three Years’ experience post registration as a professional Quantity Surveyor.
  • Proven track record in managing high level projects, managing matrix structures, multi-disciplinary and multi projects
  • Experience in water infrastructure environment, will be an added advantage

 

Key Outputs:

Reporting to the Senior Manager: Special Programmes, the employee will:

  • Education Facilities Guidelines and National Education norms & standards.
  • Develop tender document specifications.
  • Lifecycle costing analysis.
  • Price and estimate of jobs based on site visits.
  • Review architectural plans and prepare quantity needs
  • Estimate the quantity and costs of materials
  • Liaise with Supply Chain Management (SCM) about the publication of tender documents
  • Co-ordinate project needs with the Contractor/consultant
  • Prepare contracts and documents.
  • Develop cash flow projections.
  • Provide inputs to life cycle costing.
  • Set budgets for payments, inventory needs, and materials
  • Analyse costs for maintenance and additional building needs
  • Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets
  • Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors
  • Study feasibility reports carefully and make detailed recommendations regarding accuracy and quality of work done by consultants
  • Prepare internal costing of projects
  • Act as a liaison between clients and site managers/engineers
  • Keep track of construction materials and inventory
  • Identify potential financial or construction risks
  • Advise clients on improvements, strategies, and/or estimated costs
  • Price tender bill of quantities.
  • Confirm that construction is in line with the initial goal of the project
  • Make inputs to Special Conditions of the Contract to ensure that specialised standards and criteria will be met
  • Give inputs to the design team to ensure that designers take all alternatives into account while doing the planning and the design of projects
  • Analyse completion reports and investigate if projects can be accepted as completed.
  • Measure and value the work done on site.
  • Investigate information regarding failures and propose remedial actions to ensure that similar defects do not occur in future
  • Co-ordinate projects with other role-players
  • Measure quantities of material required for site.
  • Measure sub-contractors work on site and prepare sub-contractors’ payments.
  • Track changes for construction work and adjusting of budget projections.
  • Ensure final accounts are correctly compiled as per EFMS check list
  • Submit final accounts to Department of Public Works for approval.
  • Perform any changes to final accounts and finalise.
  • Meet with ECDoE and submit Close out reports as per EFMS check list.

 

Key Competencies:

  • Ability to conduct feasibility studies, estimating and pricing, bill production, final accounts, payment certificates, close out report and project management.
  • Knowledge of OHS Act
  • Knowledge of Environmental Act
  • Knowledge of Contract Construction (construction, materials, pricing, and industry)
  • Knowledge of Management Processes
  • In-depth contract knowledge of GCC 2015, JBCC, etc.
  • Knowledge of Supply Chain Management processes,
  • Knowledge of PFMA
  • Good overall knowledge of the water industry
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to organize, plan, and strategize
  • Above average networking abilities
  • Computer Literacy: knowledge of excel and power point presentation
  • Valid unendorsed driver’s license


The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

 

For more information please contact:

Nomonde Mamba

 

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