ARTISAN FOREMAN GRADE A

Department of Water and Sanitation

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations CD: Water Resource Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance Dir: Operations Southern SD: Civil Maintenance

Reference number: 131126/23
Salary: R397 329 per annum, (OSD)
Centre: Breede/Gouritz (Western Cape - Worcester)
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 13 November 2026
Circular: No 39 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate Civil Trade Test Certificate in one of the following civil-related trades: carpentry, bricklaying, plumbing, or general construction. Five (5) years’ post-trade-test experience as a qualified Artisan. The A valid unexpired driver’s licence (minimum Code B; a Code C1 or higher is required for the travel requirements of the post). Knowledge of legal compliance. Knowledge of technical analysis. Knowledge of the PFMA and the OHSA. Strong leadership and management ability. Ability to communicate effectively at operational level. Must be computer literate. Knowledge of technical report writing. Decision making and problem-solving ability. Ability to work independently and in a team. Analytical and creativity skills. Communication and interpersonal skills. Planning, organising, and execution. Willingness to travel throughout South Africa when required for operational purposes.

Duties

Supervise and construct civil technical services and structures according to specifications and within limits of production capability. Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specification and recognized standards. Supervise the maintenance of civil technical services. Repair civil structures and facilities according to standards and specifications. Service civil structures and facilities according to schedule. Perform administrative and related functions. Update register on maintained and repaired faults. Compile and submit reports as required. Provide inputs to the civil maintenance plan. Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements, and regulations. Plan resources available and schedule maintenance work. Repairs of faults. Identify training needs for your team, Leave management and personnel performance management. Supervise and mentor staff. Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and Building Regulations. Responsible for construction works and general maintenance on the canals, weirs, dams, and all departmental infrastructures. The incumbent must be willing to work away from the office and home and will be required to perform duties at all schemes throughout the Western Cape.

Where to send your application

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

Enquiries

Mr. Bertram Ross Tel No: (021) 941 6077

Note

Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 30 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 October 2026.