DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION (DWS) VACANCIES

​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, drivers 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 drivers 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. 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 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.

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ENGINEER PRODUCTION GRADE A-C (MECHANICAL) REF NO: 081124/01 
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations 
Dir Operations Southern 
This is a re-advertisement, applicants who have previous applied must re-apply 
SALARY : R833 499 – R1 254 282 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package), (Offer will be based on proven years of experience) 
CENTRE : Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Mechanical Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSc Eng). Three (3) years post qualification mechanical engineering experience. Compulsory registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge of water resources infrastructure operations, hydrology, supply chain management, contractual, legal requirements and of business planning. 
 
DUTIES : Manage maintenance of mechanical and electrical infrastructure. Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges, improve efficiency and enhance safety. Develop cost effective solutions according to standards. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others is done according to sound engineering principles. Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists, and candidate engineers. Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilization. Monitor and control expenditure. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. P Barry Tel No: (041) 508 9705 
APPLICATIONS : Southern Operations: Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on the subject line to: SORecruit39@dws.gov.za or hand deliver at the Department of Water and Sanitation 50 Heugh Road, Lion Roars Office Park c/o 3rd Avenue and Heugh Road ,Walmer, Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha, or post to: P.O Box 5501, Walmer, Port Elizabeth, 6065. 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr MN Jonkerman 
 
 
 
 
 
CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN GRADE A (CIVIL) REF NO: 081124/02 
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations 
Dir: Operations Southern 
SALARY : R552 741 per annum, (OSD) 
CENTRE : Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
 
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Civil Engineering. Six (6) years post qualification Civil Engineering experience. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician. The disclosure of a valid unexpired drivers license. Proven experience in infrastructure condition assessment, project management, design and analysis of water related infrastructure, preparation of procurement documentation and site supervision of construction works. Proven ability in computer aided design software with special emphasis on ability to work with Autodesk Revit. Problem solving and decision-making skills are essential as well as the ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams. Willingness to work outside normal working hours and to travel extensively throughout the Eastern and Western Cape Provinces. 
 
DUTIES : Manage technical services in conjunction with engineers, technologists, technicians and maintenance personnel. Ensure safety in terms of statutory and regulatory requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure quality of technical designs with specifications and authorize/make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority. Manage projects in terms of best practice and policy requirements. Undertake condition assessments of infrastructure and update the relevant databases and produce detailed reports on assessment results. Prioritise infrastructure rehabilitation projects based on condition assessments. Undertake analyses and designs of rehabilitation solutions. Produce the necessary design reports, drawings and specifications. Supervise rehabilitation work on site. Manage, supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets. Research studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise, liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters. Mentor candidate technicians. Lend support to strategic and business planning, financial management, human resource management and general office management of the section 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. G Daniell Tel No: (041) 508 9706 
APPLICATIONS : Southern Operations: Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on the subject line to: SORecruit39@dws.gov.za or hand deliver at the Department of Water and Sanitation 50 Heugh Road, Lion Roars Office Park c/o 3rd Avenue and Heugh Road ,Walmer, Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha, or post to: P.O Box 5501, Walmer, Port Elizabeth, 6065. 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr MN Jonkerman 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A – C (MECHANICAL) REF NO: 081124/03 
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations 
Dir: Operations Southern 
SALARY : R371 253 – R556 080 per annum, (OSD), (offer will be based on proven years of experience) 
CENTRE : Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. Three (3) years post qualification mechanical engineering experience required. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Experience in project management. Technical design and analysis knowledge. Familiar with computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal compliance, technical report writing and technical consulting. Communication and problem-solving skills. Computer skills. 
 
DUTIES : Render technical services. Assist Engineers, Technologists and associates in field-, workshop- and technical office activities. Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technology. Produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority. Manage refurbishment projects. Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters. Perform administrative and related functions: Provide inputs into the budgeting process as required. Compile and submit reports as required. Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan. Develop, implement and maintain databases. Supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. P Barry Tel No: (041) 508 9705 
APPLICATIONS : Southern Operations: Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on the subject line to: SORecruit39@dws.gov.za or hand deliver at the Department of Water and Sanitation 50 Heugh Road, Lion Roars Office Park c/o 3rd Avenue and Heugh Road ,Walmer, Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha, or post to: P.O Box 5501, Walmer, Port Elizabeth, 6065. 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr MN Jonkerman 
 
 
 
 
 
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C (MECHANICAL) REF NO: 081124/04 
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations 
Dir: Operations Southern 
SALARY : R371 253 – R556 080 per annum, (OSD), (offer will be based on proven years of experience) 
CENTRE : Uitkeer
 
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. Three (3) years post qualification mechanical engineering experience required. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Experience in project management. Technical design and analysis knowledge. Familiar with computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal compliance, technical report writing and technical consulting. Communication and problem-solving skills. Computer skills. 
 
DUTIES : Render technical services. Assist Engineers, Technologists, and associates in field-workshop- and technical office activities. Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technology. Produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority. Manage refurbishment projects. Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters. Perform administrative and related functions: Provide inputs into the budgeting process as required. Compile and submit reports as required. Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan. Develop, implement, and maintain databases. Supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S Cannon Tel No: (060 543 8319/042 243 1172) 
APPLICATIONS : Southern Operations: Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on the subject line to: SORecruit39@dws.gov.za or hand deliver at the Department of Water and Sanitation 50 Heugh Road, Lion Roars Office Park c/o 3rd Avenue and Heugh Road ,Walmer, Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha, or post to: P.O Box 5501, Walmer, Port Elizabeth, 6065. 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr MN Jonkerman