General Worker – Networks. Ref: JWGWNET/2025 at Johannesburg Water

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clear and Clean worksite after repairs/maintenance. Manually excavate and backfill shallow trenches using pick and shovels. Carry and pass tools and material to the supervisor as requested. Assist Operator /Artisan with assembling and tightening of fittings. Assist the Operator/Artisan with minor and major burst repairs using fittings and tools.
• Assist Artisan/Operator with clearing sewer blockages using drain rods and tools. Open and close valve chamber covers, and manhole covers. Assist Artisan / Operator with operating valves and repairing leaking valves using gland packing.
• Assist Artisan/Operator with the repair and maintenance of meters. Assist Artisan/Operator in installing new connections. Drain water from excavations or chambers and at times using the water pump, as directed by the supervisor. Assist supervisor with barricading and placing safety signs on.
• Control and direct traffic with road signs and a red flag when required. Clean and pack tools accordingly. Assist the Operator/Artisan by checking that all relevant tools and or material are available in the truck before leaving for a job. Manually load and deliver materials to and from the truck and. worksite.
• Promote safety in the depot and worksite by immediately rectifying unsafe working conditions and reporting this to supervisor. Operate and carry out all work within the statutory requirements as laid out in the OHASA, as per instruction from Operator/Artisan and/or Foreman.
• Follow instructions by supervisors regarding Disaster Management plan. Attend and participate in Toolbox talks and meetings. Advise supervisor of tools and equipment that are defective or unsafe to use. Load tools, equipment and material in a safe manner. Wear and ensure proper use of PPE. Cut grass. Trim trees.
• Spray of weed killer on the paved areas. Maintain good housekeeping of grounds and environment. Assist in general operations and maintenance of grounds and gardens. Carry out any other related work as instructed by the supervisor

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Essential qualification and experience

• Grade 9
• One (1) year general working experience.