This vacancy has closed. It closed on 17 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A – C (FITTER AND TURNER)

Department of Water and Sanitation

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations

Reference number: 170726/36
Salary: R253 341 per annum, (OSD)
Centre: Usutu Vaal Area Office (Standerton)
Closing date: 17 July 2026
Circular: No 23 of 2026

Requirements

An appropriate Fitter and Turner Trade Test Certification. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Willing to perform production and work overtime when required. Conversant with the requirements of the OHSA (85 of 1993). Computer literate. Problem solving and analysis skills combined with production and process knowledge. Willingness to travel and able to work long hours, perform standby duties and perform well under pressure.

Duties

Render maintenance for mechanical/electrical orientated functions: maintain and repair mechanical installations and equipment in various dams, reservoirs, departmental houses, pump stations, machinery, dam walls and pipelines. Inspect equipment for technical faults and repair according to standards, service equipment according to schedule. Compile, monitor, evaluate and inspect planned, scheduled, maintenance plans and projects in terms of specifications, work schedules and standard operating procedure. Supervise and mentor staff and control equipment, stock, materials and tools used within the Area Office. Perform administrative and related functions, divisional work schedules and complete job cards. Ensure that tools and materials are properly used and managed.

Where to send your application

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za

Enquiries

Mr VS Nkabinde Tel No: (017) 712 9400

Note

Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test. Please be advised that the office will transition to a SANWRI agency.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 3 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

This post is free to apply for. Nobody may charge you an application, registration or "background check" fee for a government job, and there is no register to join. If someone is asking for money, check them here first.