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

CONTROL WATER CONTROL OFFICER

Department of Water and Sanitation

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations

Reference number: 170726/18
Salary: R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
Centre: Free State: Vanderkloof Dam
Province: Free State
Closing date: 17 July 2026
Circular: No 23 of 2026

Requirements

A Relevant NQF level 6 qualification majored in water management/ water quality/ water distribution. Five (5) years’ experience as a water control officer in a water control related function. Dam safety experience will serve as an added advantage Knowledge in controlling and managing the water distribution for all government waterworks within the area offices jurisdiction. Knowledge of water related policy implementation. Knowledge of financial management and human resources. Knowledge and implementation of OHS act. Monitoring and evaluation principles. Knowledge in supporting water utilization and water resource strategy. Knowledge of drought and flood management. Understanding of government legislation. Understanding of grievance and disciplinary procedures. Knowledge of basic civil, mechanical and electrical maintenance.

Duties

Manage waster distribution operation: manage Dam Control Office. Perform Dam Safety monitoring and inspections. Update maintenance logbooks. Development of operational roaster / schedule and manage the distribution of water users. Evaluate and enhance water supply efficiency and cost effectiveness: evaluate the distribution of water supply to water users. Manage the water supply and abstraction and ensure regulatory compliance and investigate problems thereof and initiate remedial steps. Compile and manage the budget of the component regarding water supply function. Control and monitor the release and distribution of water. Keep records of water balances and meter readings for billing purposes. Collect and keep records of hydrological data. Inspect and report on maintenance of the infrastructure (Dams and tunnels). Collect water meter readings and prepare reports. Apply health and safety regulations to the component. Co-ordinated dam safety activities, monitoring environmental risk and enforce regulatory compliance. Management of human resources.

Where to send your application

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

Enquiries

Mr. TL Kelokilwe Tel No: (053) 664 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 26 October 2026.