The Department of Water and Sanitation invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for various vacancies closing on 24 August 2026. These posts are available in Gqeberha, Hartbeespoort, Mbombela, King William’s Town, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Uitkeer, Somerset East and Mthatha, and are suitable for candidates with qualifications and experience in engineering, finance, administration, supply chain, community development, vehicle operation and general work.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Water and Sanitation |
| Closing Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Locations | Gqeberha, Hartbeespoort, Mbombela, King William’s Town, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Uitkeer, Somerset East and Mthatha |
| Application Method | Online application |
| Online Application Link | https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ |
| Required Documents | Online Z83 and required information; supporting documents only required from shortlisted candidates |
| Late Applications | Not accepted |
| Faxed Applications | Not accepted |
Control Engineering Technologist Grade A Civil Ref No: 240826/01
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
Sub-directorate: Water Resources Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance
Salary: R958 776 per annum, all-inclusive OSD salary package
Centre: Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth
Enquiries: Mr G Daniell, 041 508 9706
Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have at least six years’ post-qualification experience as an Engineering Technologist or Technician.
Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa as a Professional Engineering Technologist is required.
Applicants must disclose a valid Code B unexpired driver’s licence, except for persons with disabilities.
Applicants must have experience in infrastructure condition assessment, project management, design and analysis of water-related infrastructure, procurement documentation and site supervision of construction works.
Experience in mentoring graduate interns and facilitating training and development is required.
Knowledge of ECSA professional mentorship requirements will be an added advantage.
Applicants must have knowledge of contract administration, project management, technical drawings, designs, procurement processes, financial planning and management principles.
Knowledge of the National Water Act, Water Services Act, environmental legislation and PFMA is required.
Applicants must be familiar with standard forms of contract used in infrastructure projects.
Applicants must have strong communication, conflict management, dispute resolution and negotiation skills.
Computer-aided design software experience is required, especially Autodesk Revit.
Applicants must be willing to work outside normal working hours and travel extensively throughout the Eastern and Western Cape Provinces.
Duties
The successful candidate will manage technical services with engineers, technologists, technicians and maintenance personnel.
Duties include ensuring safety in terms of statutory and regulatory requirements.
The candidate will evaluate technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology.
The role includes ensuring the quality of technical designs and specifications and making recommendations for approval.
The successful candidate will manage projects according to best practice and policy requirements.
The candidate will conduct infrastructure condition assessments, update databases and produce detailed reports.
The role includes prioritising infrastructure rehabilitation projects, analysing and designing rehabilitation solutions, producing design reports, drawings and specifications, and supervising rehabilitation work on site.
The successful candidate will manage technical personnel and assets, conduct research studies, liaise with engineering bodies and mentor candidate technicians.
The role also includes supporting strategic planning, business planning, financial management, human resources management and general office management.
Deputy Director: Financial Management Ref No: 240826/02
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations
Directorate: Operations Northern
Salary: R932 292 per annum, Level 11, all-inclusive salary package
Centre: Hartbeespoort Cluster Office
Enquiries: Mr TG Monaisa, 012 200 9000
Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree or relevant qualification at NQF Level 7 in Financial Management.
Applicants must have five years’ relevant experience in Financial Accounting at supervisory or management Assistant Director level.
Applicants must have knowledge of human resource management legislation, policies, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations and guidelines is required.
Applicants must understand public service anti-corruption strategy, anti-corruption and fraud prevention measures, equal opportunity and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
Knowledge of administrative clerical procedures, government financial systems, financial accounting principles and performance information management is required.
Applicants must have problem-solving, analytical, people diversity management, client orientation, customer focus and communication skills.
Accountability and ethical conduct are required.
Duties
The successful candidate will manage financial revenue, expenditure management, supply chain management and accounting functions.
Duties include monitoring policy and legislative frameworks and developing and maintaining policies and processes.
The candidate will monitor revenue collected, expenditure incurred, compliance with financial prescripts and submit required reports and plans.
The role includes providing advice and guidance on revenue and expenditure procedures.
The successful candidate will ensure that cashier, banking, debt management, monitoring and reporting services are rendered.
The role includes managing payments for compensation of employees, goods and services, transfers, subsidies and reporting.
The candidate will provide financial administration and accounting services, including journals, accounting and reporting, interim and annual financial statements.
The successful candidate will manage the sub-directorate, maintain discipline, manage performance and development, and undertake HR and administrative functions.
The role includes operational planning, reporting, procurement, asset management, quality control, strategic tariff determination assessments and technical advice.
Engineering Technician Production Grade A-C Ref No: 240826/03
Branch: Water and Sanitation Services Management: Mpumalanga
Chief Directorate: Provincial Operations: Mpumalanga
Sub-directorate: Infrastructure Development and Maintenance
Salary: R407 337 – R435 066 per annum, OSD
Centre: Mbombela
Enquiries: Ms M Matiso, 013 759 7330; Ms FM Mkhwanazi, 013 759 7515; Ms PC Ngwamba, 013 759 7446; Mr E Pinga, 013 759 7575
Requirements
Applicants must have a National Diploma in Engineering or relevant qualification.
Applicants must have three years’ post-qualification technical engineering experience.
Compulsory registration with ECSA as an Engineering Technician is required.
Applicants must disclose a valid unexpired driver’s licence.
Knowledge and experience in project management, technical design and analysis are required.
Applicants must understand research and development and computer-aided engineering applications.
Problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, creativity, customer focus and responsiveness are required.
Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
Duties
The successful candidate will render technical services to the directorate.
Duties include assisting engineers, technologists and associates in appraising business plans and technical reports.
The candidate will monitor infrastructure projects such as Regional Bulk Infrastructure Programme and Water Services Infrastructure Grant projects.
The role includes conducting site inspections, attending site meetings and compiling progress reports.
The successful candidate will promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.
The candidate will evaluate technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology.
The role includes evaluating technical designs with specifications and submitting approvals to the relevant authority.
The successful candidate will perform administrative functions, provide budget inputs, compile expenditure reports, verify and certify invoices and maintain records for audit purposes.
The role also includes database development, research and continuous professional development.
Community Development Officer Ref No: 240826/04
Branch: Water and Sanitation Services Management: Eastern Cape
Chief Directorate: Provincial Operations Eastern Cape
Salary: R338 106 per annum, Level 07
Centre: King William’s Town
Enquiries: Mr M Mosome, 043 604 5569
Requirements
Applicants must have a National Diploma in Human Sciences.
Applicants must have one to two years’ experience in water and sanitation stakeholder management, education and awareness, hygiene, community development and project management.
Applicants must disclose a valid unexpired driver’s licence and must be able to drive.
Knowledge of community development work, community values, human behaviour, social systems and relevant legislation is required.
Applicants must understand basic financial management.
Applicants must be able to coordinate community development structures and manage projects.
Applicants must be able to influence individuals and groups to participate in self-empowerment ventures.
Applicants must understand social dynamics of communities.
Problem-solving, facilitation, research, presentation, computer literacy and communication skills are required.
Duties
The successful candidate will identify and facilitate integrated community development interventions with communities and relevant stakeholders.
Duties include liaising with role players to establish partnerships and support sustainable community development actions.
The candidate will support communities and provide administrative support for community development activities.
The role includes keeping up to date with developments in the community development field.
The successful candidate will provide institutional support and social facilitation for infrastructure development.
The candidate will conduct hygiene awareness campaigns in schools and communities.
The role includes assisting the sanitation unit with procurement of promotional materials.
Administration Officer Ref No: 240826/05
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
Salary: R338 106 per annum, Level 07
Centre: Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth
Enquiries: Ms S Mapapu, 041 508 9718
Requirements
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in Public Management or Administration.
Applicants must have one to three years’ experience in administrative matters.
Applicants must disclose a valid unexpired driver’s licence.
Experience in the environmental management sector will be an added advantage.
Applicants must have knowledge of administrative procedures, basic financial management and PFMA.
Basic knowledge of the National Water Act, National Environmental Management Act and other environmental legislation and policies is required.
Computer literacy, client orientation, customer focus, communication, report writing and organisational skills are required.
Applicants must have people and diversity management, accountability, ethical conduct, problem-solving and analytical skills.
Duties
The successful candidate will provide administrative support to personnel in the Integrated Environmental Engineering Component.
Duties include assisting with administration and coordination of environmental compliance, access and use of government waterworks, environmental programmes and land administration.
The candidate will maintain records and support information management relating to land rights administration.
The role includes implementing and maintaining administrative procedures.
The successful candidate will administer procurement processes according to departmental and SCM prescripts.
The candidate will maintain records of goods and services procured for the component and provide accurate statistics.
The role includes maintaining a component register and coordinating travel, logistics and administrative support for meetings, site visits and stakeholder engagements.
The successful candidate will compile submissions and administrative reports as delegated by the supervisor.
Supply Chain Clerk Production Ref No: 240826/06
Branch: Finance Main Account
Chief Directorate: Supply Chain Management
Directorate: Asset Management
Salary: R237 453 per annum, Level 05
Centre: Pretoria Head Office
Enquiries: Ms A Woko, 012 336 8982
Requirements
Applicants must have a Senior Certificate or Grade 12 certificate.
A National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Accounting, Financial Management, Logistics Management or Supply Chain Management will serve as an added advantage.
Current enrolment in an internship in Finance or Supply Chain Management will serve as an added advantage.
Applicants must have knowledge of the PFMA, Asset Management Framework and Treasury Regulations.
Applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
Coordination, planning, organisational, flexibility, teamwork, interpersonal, problem-solving and discipline skills are required.
Duties
The successful candidate will perform quarterly asset counts.
Duties include conducting bi-annual physical verification of movable assets.
The candidate will ensure that all asset movements are updated and that the asset register is regularly updated.
The successful candidate will update inventory lists, receive new assets and barcode them.
The role includes updating leased asset registers and assisting with disposal and losses of assets.
The candidate must work cooperatively with others as a team.
The role includes performing other activities required to achieve the goals of the Department of Water and Sanitation.
Finance Clerk Production Ref No: 240826/07
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
Salary: R237 453 per annum, Level 05
Centre: Port Elizabeth
Enquiries: Ms Z Tototo, 041 508 9734
Preference: Candidates from the geographical area
Requirements
Applicants must have a Senior Certificate or Grade 12 certificate with Accounting as a passed subject.
Applicants must have basic knowledge of financial functions and practices.
Applicants must be able to capture data, operate a computer and collate financial statistics using spreadsheets.
Applicants must understand Public Service financial legislation, procedures and Treasury Regulations, including PFMA, DORA, PSA, PISR, PPPFA and the Financial Manual.
Knowledge of financial operating systems such as PERSAL and SAP is required.
Good communication skills, accountability, integrity, honesty and ethical conduct are required.
Applicants must be able to work under pressure.
Duties
The successful candidate will compile, check and capture payroll allowances on PERSAL, including subsistence and travel claims, overtime, standby and payroll deduction transactions.
Duties include liaising with third parties regarding court maintenance orders.
The candidate will distribute payslips and supplementary payslips and submit signed pay point certificates to Head Office.
The role includes attending to payroll enquiries, receiving vendor invoices and maintaining an accurate register.
The successful candidate will compile source documents, capture invoices on SAP and ensure creditors are paid within 30 days.
The candidate will perform creditors reconciliation and compile payables and accruals reports.
The role includes cashier duties, petty cash transactions, safekeeping cash, ordering and distributing stationery, filing face value documents and attending to audit samples.
Maintenance Vehicle Operator Ref No: 240826/08
Number of Posts: 3
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
Salary: R201 093 per annum, Level 04
Centre: Uitkeer / Somerset East
Enquiries: SF Cannon, 042 243 6100 or 063 500 6215
Requirements
Applicants must have an NQF Level 4 qualification.
Applicants must disclose a valid Code EC or EC1 unexpired driver’s licence, or equivalent, with valid Professional Driving Permit.
Applicants must have a certified competency or operating certificate for relevant heavy plant or machinery.
Applicants must have at least five years’ experience in driving heavy motor vehicles and operating heavy equipment.
Knowledge of traffic and road safety regulations is required.
Mechanical knowledge of heavy vehicles and machinery is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, departmental transport policies and procedures, and basic record keeping and reporting procedures.
Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
Applicants must have attention to detail, alertness, operational problem-solving skills, integrity and discretion.
Applicants must be able to work under pressure and in adverse weather or site conditions.
Duties
The successful candidates will conduct quality assurance of driver and operator systems.
Duties include operating specialised plant and equipment and implementing best practices for driver or operator systems.
The candidates will conduct daily roadworthy inspections and ensure vehicles are serviced on time.
The role includes analysing logistics operations and transporting work teams, materials and equipment.
The successful candidates will collect goods from suppliers and department stores.
The role includes maintaining registering department and pickups, detecting and repairing minor mechanical problems and arranging repairs where required.
The candidates will perform routine maintenance, inspect equipment and vehicles, record daily trips, fuel and fluid levels and check vehicle maintenance standards.
The role includes ensuring safety and safekeeping of equipment and vehicles.
The successful candidates will assist with maintenance, refurbishment and construction work at gauging stations and support technical personnel with special tasks.
General Worker Ref No: 240826/09
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
Salary: R144 024 per annum, Level 02
Centre: Mthatha
Enquiries: Mr M Boyce, 083 412 1966
Preference: Candidates from the geographical area
Requirements
Applicants must have an ABET qualification.
Experience in performing manual work will serve as an added advantage.
Applicants must have knowledge of general work in handling equipment and appliances.
Basic knowledge of chemical use, including dilution and mixing, is required.
Applicants must have basic knowledge of daily maintenance procedures for efficient machine and equipment performance.
Basic knowledge supporting water utilisation and water resource strategy is required.
Applicants must have basic knowledge of health and safety procedures and garden maintenance.
Basic understanding of government legislation is required.
Communication skills and the ability to work in a team are required.
Applicants must be punctual, productive and loyal.
Applicants must be able to work in or near rivers, dams and canals.
Duties
The successful candidate will clean and maintain grounds, canals and related areas.
Duties include assisting with repairing tools and structures such as buildings, fences, canal areas and benches using hand and power tools.
The candidate will mix, spray or spread fertilisers using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
The role includes maintaining sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, planters and other ground features.
The successful candidate will maintain grounds and gardens by caring for sod, plants and trees.
The candidate will rake and mulch leaves, irrigate plants and lawns, sweep walkways and grounds, and clean buildings by sweeping and washing floors.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Department of Water and Sanitation e-Recruitment portal.
To apply and access more details, visit the Department of Water and Sanitation e-Recruitment portal.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 24 August 2026.
Other related documents such as copies of qualifications, identity documents and driver’s licences must not accompany the application.
Supporting documents will only be required from shortlisted candidates on the interview date.
Applicants with professional or occupational registration must complete the relevant fields in Part B on the online Z83 because these fields are compulsory.
Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant.
Late applications will not be accepted.
Faxed applications will not be considered.
Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks, including SAQA verification, reference checks, criminal checks and credit checks.
Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation certificate when shortlisted.
Shortlisted SMS candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise, interview and possible psychometric assessments.
A pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of Government is required prior to appointment for SMS posts.
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS candidates, will undertake two pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance.
Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from their country of origin when shortlisted.
The Department of Water and Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer.
Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Preference will be given to Employment Equity targets.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Applicants who do not hear from the Department within three months of the advertisement should accept that their application was unsuccessful.
The Department reserves the right not to fill these positions.