This vacancy has closed. It closed on 28 August 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER GRADE A (X2 POSTS)

Department of Water and Sanitation

Branch: Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency Division: Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement

Reference number: VOCMA 27
Salary: R636 978 per annum, (OSD)
Centre: Kimberley
Province: Free State
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Circular: No 29 of 2026

Requirements

A four-year degree in Natural Science / Environmental science or relevant qualification. Six (6) years post qualification experience in compliance monitoring and enforcement environment. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence. Extensive experience in the environmental and water management field, waste management, industries, urban development and mining. A clear understanding of the VOCMAs role and policies about water resource management. Knowledge of the National Water Act 36 of 1998, other applicable laws and related policies, strategies and guidelines. Understanding the principles of Integrated Water Resource Management. Knowledge of Human Resources and Financial Management policies. Innovative thinking, negotiating, networking, managerial and good communication (verbal and written) skills. The willingness to travel extensively and work irregular hours. Technical report writing, Professional judgement and Data analysis skills. Mentoring and decision-making skills. Financial and team leadership management skills. Creativity and Problem solving. Computer literacy. People management and Conflict Management skills.

Duties

Implement and enforce the National Water Act and other relevant legislation, policies and regulations. Assist in the development of policies and regulations. Assist with the implementation of the Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Strategy. Implement compliance monitoring systems, inspection guidelines or protocols. Audit compliance with water use licences, legislation, policies, and regulations. Conduct routine inspections to ascertain compliance with relevant water and environmental prescripts. Conduct investigations, audits and prepare investigation and audit reports, implement enforcement action in the form of formal or informal warnings, administrative enforcement such as statutory notices, compliance notices and directives, and court applications to enforce notices, as well as criminal enforcement. Prepare necessary information, reports and evidence for court applications. Advise relevant sector bodies on policies and strategies relevant to the Directorate and ensure compliance promotion. Ensure liaison, cooperation and coordination with other enforcement agencies and government institutions involved in compliance and enforcement. Ensure adherence to deadlines on submissions as per the Standard Operating Procedures. Supervise staff in accordance with VOCMA policies and procedures.

Where to send your application

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

Enquiries

Mr V Blair Tel No: (051) 405 9000

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 29 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 14 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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