POST 43/73 : ENGINEER PRODUCTION GRADE A – C (MECHANICAL) REF NO: 061224/04 (X2 POSTS)
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Head Office Dir: Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
SALARY : R833 499 – R1 254 282 per annum (All-inclusive OSD salary package) (Offer will be based on years of experience)
CENTRE: Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS: A Mechanical Engineering Degree (B Eng / BSc Eng). Three (3) years post qualification Mechanical engineering experience required. Compulsory registration with Engineering Councilof South Africa (ECSA) as a professional Engineer. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s
license. Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource
protection. Understanding of program and project management. Knowledge of engineering
design and analysis including but not limited to pumps and pump stations, dam outlet works
mechanical structural designs, and Water Resources Infrastructure Operations. Knowledge of
research and development. Computer-aided engineering applications. Knowledge of legal
compliance, technical report writing, creating high performance culture and professional
judgement. Decision making, team leadership and analytical skills. Creativity, self-management,
financial, conflict and people management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Willingness to
travel country wide. Good communication skills both (verbal and written). Planning and
organizing. Problem solving and analysis. Change management and innovation.
DUTIES: Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and
enhance safety. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to
incorporate new technology. Approve and supervise engineering works according to prescribed
norms and standards. Develop tender specifications. 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. Office administration and
budget planning. Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve expertise.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. E. Manhimanzi Tel No: (012) 336 8621
APPLICATIONS : Head Office (Pretoria): Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on the subject line to: Recruit43HO@dws.gov.za or hand deliver to: Delta Continental Building, Corner of Visagie and Bosman Street, Pretoria, 0001 or post to: Private Bag X350, Pretoria,
0001. For Attention: Recruitment and Selection Unit
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 applicant’s 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,
drivers 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 drivers 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 preentry 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 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
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
EE Targets.
CLOSING DATE : 16 December 2024
POST 43/74 : ENGINEER PRODUCTION GRADE A-C REF NO: 061224/05
Branch: Water and Sanitation Services Management Dir: Water Services Planning & Support
SALARY : R833 499 – R1 254 282 per annum (All-inclusive OSD salary package) (Offer will be based on years of experience)
CENTRE: Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS: An Engineering degree (B Eng/ BSc Eng) or relevant qualification. Three (3) years post Qualification: Engineering experience required. Compulsory registration with the Engineering
Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer. The disclosure of a valid unexpired
driver’s license. Experience in water and sanitation services, bulk infrastructure planning,
including feasibility studies, designs and associated legislative requirements is highly
recommended. Knowledge of program, project and financial management and ability to
effectively liaise with a wide range of sector role players. Willingness to travel throughout South
Africa for the execution of engineering related duties. Knowledge of the water sector and
relevant legislation (including but not limited to The Water Services Act (No. 108 of 1997),
National Water Act (Act No. 36 of 1998) and National Environmental Management Act (Act 107
of 1998) amongst others. Understanding of research and development. Computer-aided
engineering applications including relevant computer software knowledge. Technical report
writing, networking, and professional judgement. Problem solving and analyses, decision
making, team leadership, creativity, self-management, stakeholder focus and responsiveness
Sound interpersonal and leadership skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Good
communication skills both (verbal and written). Planning, organising and people management.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will report to the Chief Engineer: Water Services Project Planning
Support. Provide support in the analysis and project management of water and sanitation
services planning projects. Provide technical support to the water and sanitation services sector.
Strategic Analysis of Water Services themes and topics. Development of related business
perspectives with recommendations. Input on regular updates of planning guidelines, with
checklists for comprehensive project planning & documentation. Development of Standard
Operating Procedures related to project planning. Liaison and engagements with all
stakeholders and water and sanitation sector players with regards to project planning. Provide
support to Water Service Authorities to ensure implementation of Planning Frameworks and
methodologies. Monitoring and reporting on the implementation of planning frameworks and
methodologies nationally. Identification, prioritization and initiation of planning projects through
the Regional Offices and the associated financial management to structure the required budgets
for planning. Support with planning budget determination with regions. Co-ordination of planning
to ensure integrated planning and management of water and sanitation services projects in all
spheres of government (Water Boards, WSAs and other WSPs) to improve water and sanitation
services, and the reliability and sustainably of bulk and reticulation water and sanitation
infrastructure. Investigation, assessment, monitoring and reporting on all aspects of Water and
Sanitation Services delivery. Investigations for project funding and providing support for
compliance with other grants. Ensure all data, information, reports and results of analyses are
packaged and made accessible to the sector via the Water Services Knowledge System and
National Integrated Water Information System. Liaison with, and maintain data sharing
and information partnerships with key Water and Sanitation Services Sector role-players and
stakeholders such as Statistics South Africa, National Treasury, Cooperative Governance and
Office of the Presidency.
ENQUIRIES: Ms P Ngquma-She, Tel No: (012) 336 8815
APPLICATIONS: Head Office (Pretoria): Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on the subject line to: Recruit43HO@dws.gov.za or hand deliver to: Delta Continental Building, Corner of Visagie and Bosmans Street, Pretoria, 0001 or post to: Private Bag X350, Pretoria,
0001. For Attention: Recruitment and Selection Unit
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 the required information on the Z83 application form must be
provided. Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document,
drivers 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 applicant’s CV. For posts requiring
a drivers 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
check 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 preentry 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 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
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.
CLOSING DATE: 26 December 2024