The Department of Water and Sanitation is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for new vacancies in Roodeplaat and various dam operations under Southern Operations. These Department of Water and Sanitation vacancies include entry-level and support posts for applicants with qualifications from ABET to NQF Level 4. If you want to work in laboratory support, water control, or infrastructure maintenance, this is a good opportunity to apply before the closing date.
| Employer | Department of Water and Sanitation |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 27 March 2026 |
| Location | Roodeplaat and various centres in South Africa |
| Application Method | Online only |
How to apply
Applications for these Department of Water and Sanitation vacancies must be submitted online.
To apply and more details visit the Department of Water and Sanitation eRecruitment portal.
Applicants do not need to upload copies of qualifications, ID documents, or driver’s licences when applying. These documents will only be required from shortlisted candidates on the interview date.
Assistant Technical Officer Ref No: 270326/10
Post details
| Post Title | Assistant Technical Officer |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | 270326/10 |
| Branch | Water Resource Management |
| Directorate | Resource Quality Information Services |
| Salary | R228 321 per annum |
| Level | Level 05 |
| Centre | Roodeplaat, Resource Quality Information Services |
Requirements
Applicants must have a relevant NQF Level 4 qualification with Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, or Physical Science. Candidates should have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, computer literacy, and basic knowledge of handling laboratory equipment. A valid unexpired driver’s licence must be disclosed.
The department is looking for candidates with basic problem-solving ability, good communication skills, and willingness to acquire new skills. Knowledge of ISO 17025 will be an added advantage.
Duties
The successful candidate will receive samples with specific test requests and prepare samples according to laboratory standard operating procedures. The role also includes maintenance and monitoring of laboratory equipment and the laboratory environment, sterilisation and removal of hazardous laboratory waste, cleaning of glass and plasticware, and handling gas cylinders.
Other duties include in-house training of personnel, graduates and interns, capturing monthly water-related data, maintaining and verifying laboratory glassware, thermometers, balances, dispensettes and micropipettes, stocktaking laboratory consumables, and recording data according to the quality management system.
Enquiries
Ms J. Lekekiso
Tel No: (012) 808 9750
Water Control Aid Vacancies
The Department of Water and Sanitation is also recruiting Water Control Aids for Southern Operations.
Post details
| Post Title | Water Control Aid |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 4 Posts |
| Salary | R193 359 per annum |
| Level | Level 04 |
Centres and reference numbers
- De Mist Kraal – Ref No: 270326/11 (X1 Post)
- Kat River Dam – Ref No: 270326/12 (X1 Post)
- Doornriver Dam – Ref No: 270326/13 (X2 Posts)
Requirements
Applicants must have an NQF Level 2 qualification or equivalent. A valid unexpired driver’s licence will be an added advantage. A higher qualification will also be an added advantage.
Candidates should have good verbal, reading and writing skills, basic knowledge of water distribution control for government water works, basic understanding of occupational health and safety, basic knowledge of flood control, and basic record-keeping ability.
Duties
The successful candidates will open and close sluices according to scheme regulations and handle water distribution sheets. Duties include performing minor maintenance on structures, fencing and sluices, assisting with blocked pipes and canals, removing algae and water grass, conducting daily inspections, and reporting holes, cracks, stagnant water, and other irregularities.
Other responsibilities include painting sluices, ensuring sluice numbers are visible, keeping canal grids, gauge plates, structures and surroundings clean, keeping post boxes locked, repairing minor washouts, repairing equipment when necessary, and keeping equipment and storerooms safe.
Enquiries
Mr S Cannon – (063) 500 6215
Mr ML Boyce – (083) 412 1966
Note
Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area.
Laboratory Cleaner Ref No: 270326/14
Post details
| Post Title | Laboratory Cleaner |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | 270326/14 |
| Number of Posts | 2 Posts |
| Branch | Water Resource Management |
| Directorate | Resource Quality Information Services |
| Salary | R163 680 per annum |
| Level | Level 03 |
| Centre | Roodeplaat (RQIS) |
Requirements
Applicants must have a relevant NQF Level 2 qualification. Cleaning experience in a laboratory environment will be an added advantage.
Candidates should have basic knowledge of cleaning principles, chemical use including dilution and mixing, cleaning equipment, health and safety requirements, and record keeping. They should also understand laboratory safety rules and the correct use of chemicals, and have good communication and interpersonal skills.
Duties
The successful candidates will clean the laboratory and equipment, remove laboratory waste according to procedures, clean glass and plasticware, and remove and connect gas cylinders.
Other duties include completing relevant forms for traceability of laboratory activities, stocktaking cleaning materials, requesting cleaning materials when needed, cleaning storerooms, emptying waste bins, keeping stock of chemicals, refilling deionized water containers, reporting hazards and damaged equipment, and switching laboratory air compressors on and off.
Enquiries
Ms J. Lekekiso
Tel No: (012) 808 9750
General Worker Vacancies
The Department of Water and Sanitation is also inviting applications for General Worker posts in Southern Operations.
Post details
| Post Title | General Worker |
|---|---|
| Number of Posts | 3 Posts |
| Salary | R138 486 per annum |
| Level | Level 02 |
Centres and reference numbers
- Mthatha Dam – Ref No: 270326/15 (X1 Post)
- Waterdown Dam – Ref No: 270326/16 (X1 Post)
- Gcuwa Dam – Ref No: 270326/17 (X1 Post)
Requirements
Applicants must have an ABET Certificate. A higher qualification will be an added advantage. Experience in a similar environment will also be an added advantage.
Candidates should have knowledge of general work, gardening equipment and appliances, lawn care processes, and basic maintenance practices for the safe upkeep of government water infrastructure and related facilities.
Duties
The successful candidates will carry out general maintenance activities such as weed control, gardening, painting, maintenance of fire breaks, and herbicide application. They will also conduct routine inspections on departmental infrastructure.
Other duties include maintenance tasks on canals, pipelines, dams, servitudes, terrain and buildings, reporting faults and safety hazards, loading and offloading equipment, complying with occupational health and safety requirements, and assisting with other general duties when required.
Enquiries
Mr ML Boyce
Tel No: (083) 412 1966
Note
Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area.
Important application notes
Applicants must submit their applications online before 27 March 2026. Supporting documents such as qualifications, ID copies and driver’s licences are not required at the application stage. These will only be requested from shortlisted candidates during interviews.
Candidates should make sure they apply for the correct post using the correct reference number.