This vacancy has closed. It closed on 17 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
WATER PLANT SUPERINTENDENT
Department of Water and Sanitation
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations
- Reference number
- 170726/45
- Salary
- R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
- Centre
- Orange Fish Tunnel (Teebus)
- Closing date
- 17 July 2026
- Circular
- No 23 of 2026
Requirements
A relevant NQF 4. Three (3) years’ experience in Water plant related. The disclosure of valid unexpired driver’s license will serve as an added advantage. Computer literacy will be added advantage. Water related qualification will be added advantage. Knowledge of ensuring the water distribution for all Government Waterworks within the Area Office jurisdiction. Knowledge of process flow for water treatment plant and wastewater treatment plant. Basic policy implementation. Basic in monitoring and evaluation principles. Basic knowledge in managing human resources. Knowledge in Occupational Health and Safety, PMDS, PFMA. Disciplinary knowledge in Public Administration. Basic experience in supporting water utilisation and water resource strategy. Experience in flood controlling. Understanding of Government legislation. Willingness to travel.
Duties
Operations of water supply for water users, Operation of water treatment plant and wastewater treatment plant. Operation of computer pump management system. Ensure efficient supply of water in accordance with prescribed standards. Comparison of required quantities and qualities with actual deliveries. Report faults in working environment. Operations of water control valves. Operations of water pumps. Ensure the protection of water plant installations. Efficient administration of the control room.
Where to send your application
Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za
Enquiries
Mr L.J Mkafane Tel No: (051) 754 0001
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 9 September 2026.
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