NOTE: Interested applicants must submit their employment applications to the specified address for each post. Applications must be made using the newly implemented Z83 form, available on the Department of Water and Sanitation’s website under career opportunities or the DPSA website under vacancies in the Public Service (point 4). Applications should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV containing full details of the applicant’s 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 documents, and driver’s licenses need not accompany the application but must be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date, in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. For applicants with professional or occupational registration, Part B of the Z83 form must be completed, as these fields are compulsory and must also be included in the applicant’s CV. Details of driver’s licenses must be annotated on the CV for posts requiring them. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will result in automatic disqualification. No late applications will be accepted.
A SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). 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 their 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 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.
CHIEF ENGINEER GRADE A (REF NO: 040424/01)
Branch: Infrastructure Management Head Office Civil Engineering Dam Design
SALARY: R1,146,540 – R1,308,036 per annum (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
CENTRE: Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS:
- Civil Engineering degree (B Eng / BSc)
- Six (6) years post-qualification civil engineering experience
- Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer
- Valid driver’s license
- Knowledge of government legislations relevant to the sector
- Programme and project management skills
- Knowledge of engineering design, legal, and operational compliance
- Financial management and risk management skills
- Computer-aided engineering applications
- Communication, people management, negotiation, and change management skills
- Strategic capability and leadership
- Problem-solving and analysis
DUTIES:
- Provide technical advice and support to Water Service Authorities (WSAs)
- Monitor development and assessment of technical reports and feasibility studies
- Approve/accept technical designs for projects
- Provide advice on development needs and solutions to meet water demands
- Monitor refurbishment projects of bulk water infrastructures
- Manage administrative, financial, and personnel matters
- Conduct field inspections on implementing projects
- Ensure compliance with water sector norms and standards
ENQUIRIES:
Mr E Koadibane Tel No: (012) 336 7694
APPLICATIONS:
Pretoria (Head Office):
Department of Water and Sanitation
Private Bag X350, Pretoria, 0001
OR
Delta Continental Building, Corner of Visagie and Bosman Street, Pretoria
FOR ATTENTION:
Planning, Recruitment, and Selection Unit
SCIENTIST PRODUCTION GRADE A – C (REF NO: 040424/02)
Branch: Regulations Compliance and Enforcement Dir: Water Abstraction and Instream Impact
SALARY: R687,879 – R1,035,084 per annum (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
CENTRE: Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS:
- Science degree (BSc) (Hon) in Natural Science or relevant qualification
- Three (3) years post-qualification natural scientific experience
- Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist
- Valid driver’s license
- Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource protection
- Knowledge of water sector legislations and policies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work abnormal hours and travel countrywide
DUTIES:
- Provide scientific and technical advice on water use regulations
- Coordinate stakeholder engagement relationships
- Develop, implement, and review regulatory tools for water use
- Provide training on policies, legislation, and guidelines for water resource management
- Participate in water resource management research projects
ENQUIRIES:
Mr N.O Ndubane Tel No: (012) 336 8851
APPLICATIONS:
Pretoria (Head Office):
Department of Water and Sanitation
Private Bag X350, Pretoria, 0001
OR
Delta Continental Building, Corner of Visagie and Bosman Street, Pretoria
FOR ATTENTION:
Planning, Recruitment, and Selection Unit
CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A (REF NO: 040424/03)
Branch: Provincial Operations Office Gauteng Water Resource Planning Support
SALARY: R499,275 per annum (OSD)
CENTRE: Gauteng Provincial Office
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Six (6) years post-qualification technical engineering experience
- Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineering Technician
- Valid driver’s license
- Experience in Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)
- Good communication, project management, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of water resource assessment, planning, and quality aspects
DUTIES:
- Develop long-term strategies for water resource reconciliation
- Participate in raw water resource infrastructure development planning
- Provide support in implementing water resources policy and strategy
- Assist in water reconciliation strategies and pricing strategies
ENQUIRIES:
Ms Nondumiso Mabe Tel No: (012) 392 1399
APPLICATIONS:
Gauteng Provincial Office:
Department of Water and Sanitation
Private Bag X995, Pretoria, 0001
OR
Bothongo Plaza East, 285 Francis Baard Street, Pretoria, 0001, 15th Floor Reception
FOR ATTENTION:
Ms Mologadi Mohuba
SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A – C (REF NO: 040424/04)
Branch: Provincial Operations Office Northern Cape Dir: Water Resources Support Geohydrological Services
SALARY: R353,013 – R531,117 per annum (OSD)
CENTRE: Kimberley
REQUIREMENTS:
- National Diploma in Natural/water/groundwater/hydrogeology related Sciences
- Three (3) years post-qualification technical (scientific) experience in groundwater resource management
- Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a certificated natural scientist
- Valid driver’s license
- Extensive experience in Water Management and environmental field
- Knowledge of National Water Act and related policies
- Understanding of integrated Water Resource Management principles
DUTIES:
- Assess implementation and enforcement of the National Water Act
- Process water use authorization and registration applications
- Provide specialist input on environmental, mining, and agricultural legislation applications
ENQUIRIES:
Mr J Makhetha Tel No: (053) 830 8800
APPLICATIONS:
Northern Cape (Kimberley):
Department of Water and Sanitation
Private Bag X6101, Kimberley, 8301
OR
28 Contral Road, Beaconsfield, Kimberley, 8301
FOR ATTENTION:
Ms C Du Plessis
CLOSING DATE: April 4, 2024
