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

ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A – C

Department of Water and Sanitation

Branch: Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency Division: Water Use Authorisation and Registration

Reference number: VOCMA 36
Salary: R357 597 – R610 131 per annum, (OSD)
Centre: Bloemfontein
Province: Free State
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Circular: No 29 of 2026

Requirements

A National Diploma in Environmental Management or Natural Science in anyone (1) of the following fields: Agriculture, Agricultural, Integrated Water Resource Management, Hydrology (Surface or Ground); Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Water Utilization, Water Resource Engineering and or Geohydrology. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Two (2) years appropriate / recognizable experience in an area after obtaining the relevant qualification will be an added advantage. Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource protection. Knowledge and understanding of the water sector including relevant legislation (NWA, CARA and NEMA, MPRDA) together with the related policies, regulations, principles, guidelines, tools and procedures; policy development, implementation and monitoring. Excellent communication skills including verbal, report writing, presentation skills. Sound interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Willingness to work abnormal hours and under pressure as well as travel country wide. Proven liaison and networking skills especially as they relate to Corporative Governance and stakeholder engagement.

Duties

Assess completeness of WULAs and conduct site inspections. Liaise with clients and other stakeholders to obtain outstanding information during WULA assessments. Request scientific inputs within the VOCMA as well as the Department Water and Sanitation using the specified templates. Access and evaluate Hydrological, Environmental and Technical information regarding license applications. Assist in development of policies and guidelines for the implementation of National Water Act (NWA), 36 of 1998 regarding the water use sector. Final assessment of information submitted by Water Use License Applicants and input from internal specialists. Drafting record of recommendations (RoRs) and resultant decision documents. Draft license conditions to control / mitigate the negative impacts of water uses. Assist on responding to queries from clients within and outside the department.

Where to send your application

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

Enquiries

Dr. Mmachaka Tel No: (012) 392 1300

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 10 September 2026.

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