The Department of Water and Sanitation invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for key vacancies in infrastructure, engineering, and human resources. If you’re ready to contribute to service delivery and transformation in the public sector, apply online before the deadline.
Vacancy Details
| Employer: | Department of Water and Sanitation |
|---|---|
| Closing Date: | 25 July 2025 |
| Location: | Gqeberha, King William’s Town (Eastern Cape) |
Post Title: Chief Engineer Grade A
Reference No: 250725/01
Salary: R1 266 450 – R1 446 921 per annum (OSD all-inclusive)
Centre: Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth
Requirements:
- BEng/BSc Eng Degree
- 6 years’ post-qualification experience
- Professional registration with ECSA
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties:
- Oversee design reviews, integration, and new engineering services
- Manage execution of maintenance and engineering strategies
- Provide expert technical consulting and risk minimization
- Administer budgets and ensure engineering financial governance
- Promote human resource development and transformation
Enquiries: Ms. C Figlan – Tel: (041) 508 9702
Post Title: Senior Human Resource Practitioner: PMDS and HRD
Reference No: 250725/02
Salary: R397 116 per annum (Level 08)
Centre: King William’s Town
Requirements:
- National Diploma/Degree in HR Management/HRD
- 3–5 years’ relevant experience
- PERSAL certificate and valid driver’s licence
Duties:
- Implement and monitor PMDS policies and compliance
- Conduct training and compile PMDS reports
- Develop and implement training plans and WSP
- Facilitate bursary and induction programmes
- Supervise sub-directorate staff and HRD operations
Enquiries: Ms. N Tshevu – Tel: (043) 604 5372
Post Title: Human Resource Practitioner
Reference No: 250725/03
Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: King William’s Town
Requirements:
- Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management
- 1–3 years’ HR experience
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties:
- Administer recruitment, selection, terminations, and appointments
- Process pension cases and injury-on-duty claims via PCM and Comp-easy
- Prepare HR stats and reports, and provide guidance on HR policy compliance
- Supervise HR functions and maintain up-to-date PERSAL reports
Enquiries: Mr. MK Noah – Tel: (043) 604 5323
How to Apply
To apply and for more information, visit the Department of Water and Sanitation eRecruitment Portal.
Application Instructions:
- Submit online only via the DWS eRecruitment portal
- Only Z83 form and CV are required at the application stage
- Certified documents (qualifications, ID, driver’s licence) will be requested only if shortlisted
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered