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Department of Water & Sanitation Job Vacancies

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The department of water & sanitation invites young unemployed individuals to apply for the available job vacancies.

The Department of Water And Sanitation has listed new job vacancies.

Government jobs in DWS now available:

CLEANER

REF NO: 101123/09 (X2 POSTS)

Requirements

  • An ABET certificate or relevant qualification.
  • Cleaning experience in the laboratory will serve as an added advantage.
  • Basic knowledge of cleaning principles.
  • Basic knowledge of chemical use e.g., dilution/mixing.
  • Understanding of cleaning equipment used.
  • Knowledge of health and safety requirements.
  • Knowledge of record keeping.
  • Basic understanding and applying of laboratory safety rules.
  • Basic understanding of applying or using chemicals correctly.
  • Good communication and interpersonal relations

ASSISTANT TECHNICAL OFFICER

REF NO: 101123/08

Requirements

  • A Senior/Grade 12 Certificate with Mathematics/Mathematic Literacy as a passed subject.
  • The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
  • Computer Literacy (Microsoft: Word, Excel, and Power Point).
  • Basic Knowledge in handling laboratory equipment.
  • Ability to solve problems.
  • Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
  • Good interpersonal relations.
  • Good organizing skills.
  • Willingness to acquire new skills.

OFFICE MANAGER

REF NO: 101123/07

Requirements

  • A National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Office Management and Technology/Public Management / Business Administration.
  • Three (3) years’ experience in Office Management at supervisory middle management level.
  • The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of public service policies and administrative procedures. Knowledge of the functioning of the National Government.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office e.g., MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Knowledge of Financial Management, Project Management, and Administration.
  • Understanding of secretarial duties.
  • Computer literacy.
  • People and sound organizational skills.
  • High level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and discretion.
  • Knowledge of dispute resolution process.
  • Understanding of social and economic development issues.
  • Basic knowledge of Financial Management and Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
  • Knowledge management.
  • Problem solving and analysis.
  • People and diversity management.
  • Client orientation and customer focus.
  • Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
  • Accountability and ethical conduct.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • An understanding of and commitment to government objectives, policies, and programmes.
  • Ability to ensure high level of quality.

SCIENTIST PRODUCTION GRADE A – C

REF NO: 101123/03 (X2 POSTS)

Requirements

  • Science degree (BSc) (Hon) or relevant qualification. Compulsory registration with the South African Council of Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a professional Natural Scientist.
  • Three (3) years post-qualification of natural-scientific experience.
  • Working knowledge of programming languages commonly used in data preparation for hydrological and hydraulic modelling will serve as an added advantage.
  • The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
  • Experience in hydrological and/or river modelling skills and their application in flood monitoring and forecasting.
  • Intimate knowledge and proven experience in working with hydrological data and information management systems/software, hydrological application of real-time or near real-time data transmission systems.
  • Working knowledge and application of climate and weather forecasts in flood management.

ENGINEER PRODUCTION GRADE A – C

REF NO: 101123/01

Requirements

  • A Mechanical Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSc Eng) or relevant qualification in Engineering.
  • Three (3) years post qualification in Engineering experience is required.
  • Compulsory registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a professional Engineer.
  • The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
  • Experience in design/re-design engineering work, operating procedures, condition assessments and maintenance strategies are required, and your knowledge will be tested during the interview.
  • Experience in the planning, design, and construction of water resources infrastructure projects.
  • Extensive experience in project management.
  • An understanding of the complete project life cycle from initial planning stages through to completion.
  • Contract management experience.
  • A detailed understanding of construction procurement processes.
  • Experience in financial planning and financial management.
  • Knowledge of project risk analysis and risk management.
  • The ability to relate with associated professional fields in a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Additional studies in Water Resources Engineering as recommended.
  • High level communication skills both (verbal and written).
  • Conflict management, contract dispute resolution and negotiation skills.
  • Problem solving and analysis skills.
  • Computer proficiency (such as MS Office, MS Projects, etc.).
  • Must be able to work independently, be self-motivated, responsible, and reliable.

How To Apply

CLOSING DATE: 10 November 2023

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. 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.

Click here to apply online for the department of water & sanitation job vacancies

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.