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DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION VACANCIES
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
CLOSING DATE : 24 June 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 & 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. 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. 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. 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 and 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 or e-mailed 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.
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, 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. 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. 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. 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 and 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 or e-mailed 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.
OTHER POSTS
POST 20/28 : ENGINEER PRODUCTION GRADE A - C
Branch: Provincial Operations: Mpumalanga
Dir: Water and Sanitation Services Management: Infrastructure Development & Refurbishment Programmes
(This is a re-advertisement applicant who applied previously should 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 : Mbombela
REQUIREMENTS : A Civil Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSc Eng). Three (3) years post qualification engineering experience. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge and understanding of programme and project management. Knowledge and understanding of government procurement for infrastructure projects. Knowledge engineering design and analysis. Understanding of research and development. Knowledge and understanding of government legislations relevant to the sector. Technical report writing. Team leadership, planning, organizing, and analytical skills. Financial, conflict and people management skills. Computer literacy.
DUTIES : Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety. Plan, design, operate, and maintain engineering projects. Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others are done according to sound engineering principles and according to norms and standards and code of practice. Develop cost-effective solutions according to standards. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technology. Analyses and advice on the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of wastewater systems and water supply systems, including collection, treatment, storage, distribution, and discharge. Development of planning/operation models or decision support systems for water resource development/management. Develop tender specifications. Development of Business Plan. Approve engineering works. according to prescribed norms and standards. Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists, and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice. Supervise the engineering work and processes. Administer performance management and development. Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration. Manage Human Resources. Monitor and control expenditure. Report on expenditure and service delivery. Liaise with relevant.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Matiso Tel No: (013) 759 7330 / Ms F Mkhwanazi Tel No: (013) 759 7515 / Ms PC Ngwamba Tel No: (013) 759 7446 / Mr SG Nkosi Tel No: (013) 759 7335
APPLICATIONS : Mpumalanga (Mbombela): Please forward your application quoting the relevant reference number to the Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag X11259, Mbombela, 1200 or Hand Deliver at Cnr Brown & Paul Kruger Street, Ground Floor, Prorom Building, Mbombela, 1200.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms. FM Mkhwanazi
POST 20/29 : CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER GRADE A
Branch: Regulations, Compliance and Enforcement
Dir: Water Use Authorisation
SALARY : R580 551 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : A four (4) year Degree in Natural / Environmental Sciences or equivalent qualification. Six (6) years post-qualification experience. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Extensive experience in integrated water resource management, water resource protection, and water use authorisation. Understanding of the Department’s role and policy with respect to water resource management. Knowledge of National Water Act 36 of 1998, Water Services Act, 108 of 1997 and related policies and guidelines. Understanding the principles of Integrated Water Resource Management. Knowledge and understanding of the sector: relevant legislation (CARA, NEMA, and MPRDA) together with related policies, regulations, principles, guidelines, tools, and procedures, policy development, implementation, and monitoring. Skills and experience in management of human resources. Proven management and negotiation skills. Ability to work productively in an environment consisting of multi-disciplinary internal and external Department of Water and Sanitation staff and stakeholders. Computer literacy. Good communication skills both verbal and written. Presentation and report writing skills. The ability to provide technical and scientific support to other Department of Water and Sanitation functions as well as the ability to capacitate and act as a mentor and supervisor to junior staff. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to interact with communities and stakeholder groups. Willingness to work abnormal hours and under pressure as well as travel province and country wide. Proven liaison and networking skills especially as they relate to corporative governance and stakeholder engagement.
DUTIES Provide support and guidance to the Department’s components and water management institutions in the processing of water use authorization applications from all water use sectors. Coordination of stakeholder engagement relationships within the department and broader water sector. Provide technical advice water use authorization related enquiries. Development, implementation, and review of regulatory tools for water use authorisation. Develop, update, maintain and provide training on policies, legislation, protocols, and guidelines for water use authorisation. Participate in the assessment of water resource management research needs for the directorate; Ensure implementation of the research projects and the results thereof. Supervision and management of the sub-component of the Directorate. Participate in water use authorization appeals and litigation processes. Participate in engagements with other Departments responsible for permitting within the broader environmental sector. Compile reports and make presentations internally and externally.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. T Khosa Tel No: (012) 336 7496
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 and Selection Unit