The Department of Water and Sanitation is hiring for new job vacancies in May 2024.
CLOSING DATE : 13 May 2024
In this article, we bring you up to speed with the various entry-level as well as senior roles that are now open for application.
About the Department of Water and Sanitation
The Department of Water and Sanitation is one of the departments of the South African government. It is responsible for the state of water and sanitation in South Africa.
It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of positions with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in the department’s Employment Equity plan.
Whites, Coloured, Indians, youth and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Open jobs at the Department of Water and Sanitation
HANDYMAN REF NO: 130524/20
Branch: Provincial Operations: Free State: Corporate Services
SALARY : R155 148 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : ABET level 4. Zero(0) to six(6) months experience in electrical and plumbing, carpentry, and joinery. Certificate in Health and Safety. Computer literacy and skills in MS Office.
Knowledge and experience in emergency procedures. Grade 12 will serve as an added advantage. Basic knowledge in controlling and managing general work and equipment. Basic knowledge in maintaining
equipment.
Basic knowledge in maintaining building structures. Basic knowledge in policy implementation. Basic knowledge in routine inspection of equipment. Ability to use industrial woodwork machinery.
Ability to operate electrical hand tools and machinery. Ability to operate machinery with low level
of complexity. Ability to perform daily maintenance work inside the building.
Ability to perform physical labour. Understanding and knowledge of health and safety. Ability to work independently and in a team. Good communication skills.
Ability to plan ahead (pro-active) and comply with in-house systems and procedures. Ability to operate and use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely.
SUPPLY CHAIN CLERK SUPERVISOR REF NO: 130524/19
Branch: Provincial Operations: Western Cape
Dir: Support Services
SALARY : R308 154 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Bellville
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior Certificate / Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification. Three (3) to five (5) years relevant experience. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Computer literacy (especially Excel).
Basic knowledge of supply chain duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data. Basic knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service.
Basic knowledge of work procedures in terms of the working environment. Good communication skills. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures. Teamwork. Problem solving and analysis.
People and diversity management. Client Orientation and Customer Focus. Accountability and ethical conduct. Good presentation skills.
CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER REF NO: 130524/18
Branch: Provincial Operations Office: Eastern Cape
Dir: Corporate Support Services
SALARY : R308 154 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : King William’s Town
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior / Grade 12 certificate. Security Grade B Certificate (Newly issued PSIRA registration, annotate registration on CV). Three (3) to (5) five years supervisory experience in a security environment.
A valid 3 Firearms SAPS Competency Certificate(Annotate on CV). The disclosure of a valid unexpired
driver’s licence. Strategic and operational plan on security management. Policy implementation.
Knowledge of prescribed security legislation e.g. MISS, Protection of Information Act, etc. Knowledge of emergency procedures. Knowledge in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).
Riot control and first aid competencies. Monitoring and evaluation principles. Research procedures and
techniques on security issues. Good communication and listening skills.
Interpersonal, and leadership skills. Accountability and ethical conduct. Investigation, and problem-solving skills
CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER REF NO: 130524/17
Branch: Provincial Operations: Free State: Corporate Services
SALARY : R308 154 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : [Same as for post above].
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER REF NO: 130524/16
Branch: Provincial Operations: Free State: Water and Sanitation Services
Support: Capacity Building
SALARY : R308 154 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma / Degree in Social Sciences: Community Development and or/ Development studies. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license (candidates should be able to drive).
Computer proficiency. One (1) to three (3) years’ experience in the handling of projects and programmes including experience in the public service, stakeholder management and community development.
Good communication, liaison, interpersonal, presentation, report writing and networking skills. Sound knowledge of the principles of community development and service delivery.
Knowledge of the National Water Act 1998 and Water Services Act 1997. Willingness to travel extensively and work long hours.
SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT REF NO: 130524/15
Branch: Provincial Operations: Free State: Financial Management:
Management Accounting
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma / Degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics. Three (3) to five (5) experience in cost management and financial managementenvironment.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Advanced computer literacy (MS Excel and Word). Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a broad range of users. Ability to analyse information, problem solving and lateral thinking skills
— AND MANY MORE VACANCIES (SEE FULL ADVERT DOCUMENT LINK BELOW).
How to Apply
APPLICATIONS : All applications may be posted to the respective addresses indicated in the full jobs advert. See link below for the advert.
Here is an easy guide for the application:
- First, download the full jobs advert
- All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be downloaded here: new prescribed Z83 form.
- This form should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated).
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources.
NOTE : The successful candidate’s appointment will be subject to a security clearance process and the verification of educational qualification certificates. Applications must quote the relevant reference number and must be completed on the New Z83 form and signed when submitted.
All applications must be accompanied fully completed Z83 and a detailed CV only. Shortlisted candidates only will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents before the interview date.
Due to the large number of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of the
advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
Download the complete circular: Public Service Vacancy Circular No 14 of 26 April 2024 [PDF]
