GROUNDSMAN

Department of Water and Sanitation

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations Cd: Water Resources Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance Dir: Operations Southern

Reference number: 051026/23
Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
Centre: Berg River and Tunnel System (Western Cape)
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 5 October 2026
Circular: No 34 of 2026

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Requirements

An ABET certificate. Zero (0) to one (1) year working experience. Experience in performing manual work will be an added advantage. The disclosure of a valid unexpired code B Drivers licence. 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 around Western Cape. Must be punctual, productive, and loyal. Good communication and interpersonal relations.

Duties

Clean and maintain grounds and repair tools and structures such as buildings, fences using hand tools. Cut vegetation and apply herbicide. Cleaning of mechanical gates and Grids with canal systems. Cut trees and grass at toe level on dam embankments. Clear weeds and sand at bridges, channels and sluices. Clear vegetation and sand traps and along weirs. Remove debris at inlets and outlet’s structure. Inspect and repair fences. Clear canal culverts. Fill and compact potholes on access road. Fill and compact holes on embankments. Remove debris deposits inside canal. Clean equipment. Report on broken machines and equipment. Expected to work in the Jonkershoek and Palmiet catchments but willing to work at different sites within the Western Cape region.

Where to send your application

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

Enquiries

Mr A. Mgidi Tel No: (021) 876 9900

Note

Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area – Western Cape.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 18 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 18 September 2026.

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