General Worker Vacancies in Worcester at Department of Water and Sanitation

General Worker Vacancies in Worcester at Department of Water and Sanitation

POST 37/134 : GENERAL WORKER (X2 POSTS)
Branch: Water And Sanitation Services Management: WC
Cd: Provincial Operations: Western Cape
SALARY : R144 024 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Worcester 3 Ref No: 301026/49
George 3 Ref No: 301026/50

REQUIREMENTS : An ABET certificate. One (1) to two (2) years relevant experience will serve as an added advantage. Knowledge of gardening equipment and appliances. Knowledge of lawn care process. Knowledge of the 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 utilization and water resource strategy. Knowledge of health and safety procedures. Knowledge of garden maintenance and planting practices. Communication skills and ability to work in a team. Must be punctual, productive, and loyal. Must be able to work in or near rivers, dams, and canals. Must be willing to travel in the execution of his duties on a continuous basis.

DUTIES : Carry out routine maintenance activities (painting, weed control, etc.) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries.) using hand and power tools to departmental standers. Perform structural maintenance activities (replacements of steel components, etc.) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries.) using hand and power tools. Perform maintenance activities on the premises when required to do so. Maintenance of embankments at gauging structures by stabilizing and clearing of vegetation. Clear and maintain access roads, refurbishment of gauging stations (rivers, canals) using hand and power tools. Construction of gauging weirs and infrastructure. Assist with technical and special tasks (Instrument installations and flood monitoring) as and when requested. General maintenance and housekeeping of camping facilities. Maintain and take care of machinery, equipment, tools and goods. Load and offload equipment and materials. Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and all related safety regulations. Report faults, defects, and safety hazards to supervisor promptly. The incumbent will work away from the office (in the field) for extended periods of time. Must be able to work in or near rivers, dams, and canals.

ENQUIRIES : Mr W Adonis, (Worcester) Tel No: (023) 342 2671
Mr JF Kriel, (George) Tel No: (044) 802 2733

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
CLOSING DATE : 30 October 2026
NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022.