POST 42/138 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A – C (ELECTRICAL) REF NO: 281125/11
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations
Dir: Operations Central
SALARY : R243 597 – R408 048 per annum, (OSD), (Offer will be based on proven years of experience)
CENTRE : Jericho Dam (Usutu River)

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Electrical Trade Test Certificate. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Ability to work in a team. Knowledge of production process and skills. Technical report writing skills. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act. Legal compliance. Computer aided technical applications and computer literacy. Good communication skills. Technical analysis and problem-solving skills. Willingness to travel and ability to work long hours. Able to perform well under pressure.

DUTIES : Maintenance of electrical installations in various dams, reservoirs, departmental houses, pump stations, machinery, repeater stations, dam walls and pipelines. Electrical maintenance and inspections of cathodic protection (TRUs). Inspect equipment for technical faults and repair according to standards. Service equipment according to schedule. Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications. Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements and regulations. Implement planned maintenance and update maintenance logbooks. Compile and submit reports as required. Individual / personal development to keep up with new technologies. Compile and submits technical reports. Keep and maintain job records/ register and supervise and mentor staff. Perform standby duties if required.

ENQUIRIES : Mr A.P Maphanga Tel No: (017) 846 6000
APPLICATIONS : Click here to Apply
NOTE : Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test.

DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
CLOSING DATE : 28 November 2025
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. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No
late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the abovementioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates pertaining to Senior Management Services (SMS) posts will be subjected to a technical and competency assessment and a pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets.