The Department of Water and Sanitation is calling on skilled professionals and artisans across various technical disciplines to apply for exciting vacancies. From engineers and scientists to technicians and artisans—your expertise is needed to help safeguard water infrastructure and support integrated water resource management.
Vacancy Overview
| Employer | Department of Water and Sanitation |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 11 April 2025 |
| Location | Pretoria, Hartbeespoort, Groblersdal, Levubu – South Africa |
Post Title: Chief Engineer Grade A
Reference: 110425/01
Centre: Pretoria Head Office
Salary: R1 200 426 – R1 371 489 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: Civil/Agricultural Engineering degree, 6 years’ experience, ECSA registration, valid driver’s license
Duties: Plan and optimise water resource projects, manage multidisciplinary studies, mentor engineers
Application: Email to: RecruitHO11@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Scientist Manager Grade A
Reference: 110425/02
Centre: Pretoria Head Office
Salary: R1 042 170 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: MSc in Geology/Applied Sciences, 6 years’ experience, SACNASP registration
Duties: Manage geotechnical services, oversee site investigations, advise on dam safety and geology
Application: Email to: RecruitHO11@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Control Engineering Technologist Grade A (Electrical)
Reference: 110425/03
Centre: Hartbeespoort
Salary: R873 840 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: B-Tech Electrical Engineering, 6 years’ experience, ECSA registration
Duties: Manage O&M of water infrastructure, lead engineering support, ensure compliance
Application: Email to: NOPSRecruitHBP@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Scientist Production Grade A–C
Reference: 110425/04
Centre: Pretoria Head Office
Salary: R721 476 – R1 084 368 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: BSc Hons in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Microbiology, 3 years’ experience, SACNASP registration
Duties: Develop national water quality strategies, predictive modelling, capacity building
Application: Email to: RecruitHO11@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Control Engineering Technician Grade A (Civil)
Reference: 110425/05
Centre: Hartbeespoort
Salary: R522 741 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: National Diploma in Civil Engineering, 6 years’ experience, ECSA registration
Duties: Oversee O&M schemes, manage technical and admin functions, supervise personnel
Application: Email to: NOPSRecruitHBP@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Control Engineering Technician Grade A (Mechanical)
Reference: 110425/06
Centre: Hartbeespoort
Salary: R522 741 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, 6 years’ experience, ECSA registration
Duties: Lead workshops, manage O&M, mentor junior staff
Application: Email to: NOPSRecruitHBP@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Control Survey Technician Grade A
Reference: 110425/07
Centre: Levubu
Salary: R522 741 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: National Diploma in Surveying, 6 years’ experience, SAGC registration
Duties: Perform and supervise topographic/hydrographic/cadastral surveys
Application: Email to: NOPSRecruitHBP@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Survey Technician Production Grade A–C
Reference: 110425/08
Centre: Levubu
Salary: R371 253 – R556 080 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: National Diploma in Surveying, 3 years’ experience, SAGC registration
Duties: Conduct detailed surveys and reporting using GPS and CAD systems
Application: Email to: NOPSRecruitHBP@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Artisan Foreman Grade A (Mechanical)
Reference: 110425/09
Centre: Groblersdal
Salary: R362 130 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: Trade Test (Fitter and Turner), 5 years’ experience, driver’s license
Duties: Lead maintenance of mechanical installations and supervise teams
Application: Email to: NOPSRecruitGDL@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Artisan Production Grade A–C (Electrical)
Reference: 110425/10
Centre: Groblersdal
Salary: R230 898 – R386 775 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: Electrical Trade Test, experience in SANS 10142, driver’s license
Duties: Maintain electrical systems at dams, stations, and facilities
Application: Email to: NOPSRecruitGDL@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Artisan Grade A–C (Civil)
Reference: 110425/11
Centre: Groblersdal
Salary: R230 898 – R386 775 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: Trade Certificate in Carpentry, valid driver’s license
Duties: Repair civil structures, inspect equipment, supervise staff
Application: Email to: NOPSRecruitGDL@dws.gov.za
Post Title: Artisan Grade A–C (Mechanical)
Reference: 110425/12
Centre: Groblersdal
Salary: R230 898 – R386 775 per annum (OSD)
Requirements: Fitter and Turner Trade Test, valid driver’s license
Duties: Maintain mechanical pipelines and pumps, supervise team
Application: Email to: NOPSRecruitGDL@dws.gov.za
How to Apply
- Submit a completed new Z83 form (download from www.dws.gov.za or www.dpsa.gov.za)
- Include a comprehensive CV (no certificates needed at this stage)
- Email or hand-deliver to the correct office based on the post location
- Subject line must include the Reference Number
To apply and for more details, visit the Department of Water and Sanitation official website.
