ANNEXURE F
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
CLOSING DATE : 25 March 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 and 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. A 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 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.
OTHER POSTS
POST 09/27 : CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST GRADE A (X2 POSTS)
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations WR Infrastructure
Operations & Maintenance
SALARY : R831 309 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
CENTRE : Hartbeespoort Ref No 250324/01(A) (X1 Post)
Groblersdal Ref No 250324/01(B) (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor of Technology in Engineering (B-Tech) or relevant Engineering
qualification. Six (6) years post qualification Engineering Technologist
experience required. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of
South African (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technologist. The
disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge of Operations and
Maintenance management (O&M), project management, contracts
management and procurement processes (SCM). Knowledge of legal
compliance and technical report writing. Good communication skills both verbal
and written, conflict management and negotiation skills. Problem solving and
analysis, decision making, teamwork, creativity, financial management, people
management, customer focus, responsiveness, planning and organizing.
DUTIES : Manage an Area Office with technical support from a team of Engineers,
Technologist, Technicians, Artisans and Associates in the field. Ensure the
promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Lead
work streams that involve evaluation of existing technical manuals, standard
drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure quality
assurance of technical designs with specifications and authorize. Make
recommendations for approval by the relevant authority. Manage
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administrative, human resources and related functions. Financial Management
and provide inputs into the budgeting process, operational plan, procurement
plan and related matters. Compile and submit reports as required. Participate
in cluster-performance enabling committees such as OHS Committee,
Disposal committee, BID committees, security forums, MANCO and as per
operations need. Attend to risk and disaster management matters. Research
and development through continuous professional development to keep up
with new technologies and procedures. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on
engineering related matters. Must be prepared to work away from the office
and travel extensively across the area office footprint, cluster office footprint
and nationally for Chief Directorate’s business calls. Provide mentorship and
supervision of personnel. Research / literature studies and technical
engineering technology to improve expertise.
ENQUIRIES : Mr TG Monaisa Tel No: (012) 200 9000 (Hartbeespoort)
APPLICATIONS : Hartbeespoort / Groblersdal: Please forward your application quoting the
relevant reference number to the Department of Water and Sanitation, Private
Bag X352, Hartbeespoort, 0216 or hand deliver to the Dept of Water and
Sanitation, Old Rustenburg Road, 8 Forrel street, Hartbeespoort, 0216.
FOR ATTENTION : HR Section
POST 09/28 : ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A-C REF NO:
250324/02
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations Environment
Engineering
SALARY : R310 767 – R531 117 per annum, (OSD), (Offer will be based on proven years
of experience)
CENTRE : Hartbeespoort
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Environmental Management or Natural Sciences. (2) two
years working experience, including internship or experiential learning will be
an added advantage. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Sound knowledge of the National Water Act (No.36 of 1998) and the National
Environmental Management Act (No.107 of 1998). Sound knowledge of
integrated water resource management and water resource protection.
Knowledge and understanding of the water and environmental sector: relevant
legislation together with the related policies, regulations, principles, guidelines,
tools and procedures, policy development, implementation and monitoring.
Excellent communication skills including verbal, report writing, presentation
skills. Sound interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work in a multi-
disciplinary team. Willingness to work abnormal hours and under pressure as
well as travel country wide. Proven liaison and networking skills especially as
they relate to corporative governance and stakeholder engagement.
DUTIES : Ensure the sound environmental management of water resources within the
Mpumalanga, Limpopo and North West. Assist with the development and
implementation of Resource Management Plans and Business Plans for all
state dams in Mpumalanga, Limpopo and North West. Manage the access and
use of state dams as per the relevant policies and legislation. Provide input to
EIAs, where relevant. Provide input to and develop EMPrs where required.
Ensure that the Water Quality of Government Water Works is maintained.
Ensure that activities which take place at Government Water Works are
compliant with the relevant legislation and policies. Compile monthly reports.
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Sephoti Tel No: (012) 200 9011
APPLICATIONS : Hartbeespoort: Please forward your application quoting the relevant reference
number to the Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag X352,
Hartbeespoort, 0216 or hand deliver to the Dept of Water and Sanitation, Old
Rustenburg Road, 8 Forrel street, Hartbeespoort, 0216.
FOR ATTENTION : HR Section
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