This vacancy has closed. It closed on 24 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

GOUNDSMAN

Department of Water and Sanitation

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations

Reference number: 240726/09
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
Centre: Voelvlei Scheme (Western Cape)
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 24 July 2026
Circular: No 24 of 2026

Requirements

An ABET certificate or relevant qualification. Zero to one year working experience. Added years of experience in performing manual work will be an added advantage. The following knowledge and competencies are required: Knowledge of working on various general work and handling equipment and appliances. Knowledge of gardening equipment including lawn care process and competencies are required (pruning and trimming process and techniques). Knowledge of chemical use (dilution/mix) and chemical product knowledge. Knowledge of daily maintenance procedures for efficient machine/equipment performance. Basic knowledge in supporting water utilisation and water resource strategy. Knowledge of health and safety procedures. Knowledge of garden maintenance and planting practices. Basic understanding of Government legislation. Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team. Must be able to work in or near rivers, dams, and canals, and in confined spaces. Must be able and willing to assist other schemes and maintenance teams when needed. Must be punctual, productive, and loyal. Good communication and interpersonal relations.

Duties

Cut vegetation and apply herbicide. Cut trees & grass at toe level on embankments. clear weeds and sand at bridges, channels and suppers. Clear sand traps and long weirs. Remove debris inlets-outlets structure. Inspect and repair fences. Clear canal culverts. Fill & compact potholes on access road. Fill and compact holes on embankments. Remove debris deposits inside canal. Clean equipment. Remove all waste according to procedures. Clean glass and plastic ware according to procedures. Maintain accurate records, such as job cards and equipment repair logs. Stock taking of cleaning materials. Requesting cleaning materials as and when needed. Clean storerooms, kitchen, offices, corridors, and boardrooms any other environment allocated for cleaning. Emptying waste bins. Prepare boardrooms for meetings. Arrange crockery, utensils and cutlery required during meetings. Wash and keep stock of crockery, utensils, and cutlery. Fill and refill drinking water containers. Clean rest rooms. Refill hand wash liquid and toilet papers. Report broken machines and equipment.

Where to send your application

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

Enquiries

Ms LCB Magalie Tel No: (023) 232 0426

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 10 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 8 September 2026.

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