Water Inspector at City of Cape Town

Requirements

• A Trade Test in Plumbing and successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship or CETA accreditation in plumbing.
• It will be advantageous to have NTC 3/Grade 12 qualification.
• At least 1 to 2 years’ experience as a qualified plumber.
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and be able to write site reports.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and in all weather conditions.
• A valid driver’s license with own reliable transport.
• Be eligible to become a Peace Officer and be cleared of criminal record.

Key Performance Areas

• Regulating and enforcing Water By-Laws and its related policies and procedures in order to minimize the risk of water contamination and to encourage water conservation and demand management.
• Ensuring efficient service delivery thereby promoting consumer satisfaction and enhance optimal revenue collection.
• Providing technical support to internal stakeholders/ developers/contractors/plumbers and the general public in order to ensure adherence to the City's prescribed standards and specifications with regards to its potable water supply.
• Maintaining a standard of quality in the water services and plumbing installations.
• Ensuring that Notice of Contraventions and Section 56 fines are timeously executed where necessary.
• Co-ordinating special projects regarding Water Saving initiatives.
• Verifying, update and maintain all correspondence and reports from the region, provide information to the Water Inspectorate unit, consumer and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensuring sound administrative tasks are performed

CLOSING DATE 10.07.2026