The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is hiring across multiple branches and regions. If you are a qualified professional or seeking an entry-level opportunity, now is your chance to apply. Submit your application online before the closing date of 19 September 2025.
Vacancy Snapshot
| Employer: | Department of Water and Sanitation |
|---|---|
| Closing Date: | 19 September 2025 |
| Application Method: | Online via DWS e-Recruitment System |
| Locations: | Durban (KZN), Mbombela (Mpumalanga), Pretoria (Head Office), Mbombela (Cleaner Post) |
Available Posts
1) Assistant Director: Financial Accounting — Ref No: 190925/04
- Salary: R468 459 p.a. (Level 09)
- Centre: Durban, KZN
- Requirements:
- NQF 7 qualification in Financial Management.
- At least 3 years supervisory experience in Financial Accounting.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, budget control, BAS and PERSAL.
- Strong managerial, communication, and presentation skills.
- Duties:
- Approve payment transactions and maintain master file information.
- Manage liabilities, commitments, and general ledger reconciliations.
- Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements.
- Oversee payroll data, statutory returns, and HR management in the unit.
- Enquiries: Ms N Nyanginsimbi — 060 587 5455
- Applications: Apply Online
2) Assistant Director: Financial Accounting (Main Account) — Ref No: 190925/05
- Salary: R468 459 p.a. (Level 09)
- Centre: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Requirements:
- NQF 7 qualification in Financial Management.
- At least 3 years supervisory experience in Financial Accounting.
- Experience in LOGIS, BAS, PERSAL systems.
- Knowledge of PFMA, anti-corruption strategies, HR management legislation.
- Strong financial management, people management and communication skills.
- Duties:
- Manage accounts payable, expenditure, and petty cash.
- Oversee payroll administration and clear suspense accounts.
- Ensure proper financial filing, reporting, and audits.
- Compile accurate monthly and quarterly reports.
- Enquiries: Ms SC Ngomane — (013) 759 7358 / Ms F Mkhwanazi — (013) 759 7515 / Ms PC Ngwamba — (013) 759 7446
- Applications: Apply Online
3) Senior Human Resource Practitioner — Ref No: 190925/06
- Salary: R397 116 p.a. (Level 08)
- Centre: Pretoria (Head Office)
- Requirements:
- National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resources Management.
- 3–4 years’ experience in recruitment, selection, and appointment processes.
- Experience in HR reporting, HR policies, OSD, and HR planning.
- Strong communication, conflict management, and report writing skills.
- Duties:
- Facilitate recruitment, selection, and employment equity processes.
- Prepare schedules, score sheets, and statistics.
- Draft appointment submissions, advise managers on HR practices.
- Supervise staff, ensure compliance with HR policies, and manage recruitment databases.
- Enquiries: Ms L Van Wyk — (012) 336 7147
- Applications: Apply Online
4) Cleaner — Ref No: 190925/07
- Salary: R138 486 p.a. (Level 02)
- Centre: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Requirements:
- ABET qualification.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and health & safety protocols.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Duties:
- Clean offices, kitchens, and boardrooms (dusting, sweeping, mopping, polishing).
- Remove waste, wash walls, windows, and kitchen items.
- Operate cleaning machinery and serve refreshments during meetings.
- Maintain cleaning equipment and consumables.
- Enquiries: Ms BG Singwane — (013) 759 7539 / Ms F Mkhwanazi — (013) 759 7515 / Ms PC Ngwamba — (013) 759 7446
- Applications: Apply Online
How to Apply
- Submit applications only via the DWS e-Recruitment System: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
- Do not attach copies of ID, qualifications, or driver’s licence at the application stage.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit supporting documents during interviews.
- Use the correct reference number when applying.