Hot Jobs at Department of Water and Sanitation

REQUIREMENTS :

• A Bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7 qualification in Information Technology, computer science or relevant qualification. ITIL/CobiT 5 or 2019 certification or advanced ITIL certification will be an added advantage.
• Five (5) years’ experience at middle management or at a specialist level in infrastructure and operations or IT service management (ITSM). Knowledge of strategic capability and leadership.

DUTIES :

• Manage ICT operations (provides ICT and end-user support function to Head Office and Regional Offices for the DWS’s standard hardware, software and voice/data network solutions). Manage ICT infrastructure (implement innovative, differentiating ICT infrastructure, administers and maintains information technology systems.
• Manage EUC security operations (responsible for installation, and life-cycle management of l ICT assets, manage customer relations). Provide IT service management services (service desk, incident and change management, and service level management) Management of the Infrastructure and Operations resources, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on key IT operational matrices.
• Ensure compliance and mitigate infrastructure and IT operational risks. Ensure that IT infrastructure is deployed and utilized efficiently. Implementation of targeted communications network interventions. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7 in Computer Science or Information System or Information Technology or relevant qualification. Certification in ITIL/CobiT5/Cobit2019 and data science/ devOps /webDev/software engineering.
• Five (5) years’ experience at middle management or specialist level in application development/ software engineering or business solution analysis/ business solution architecture. Knowledge and understanding of operating systems and databases. 

DUTIES :

• Manage business relations and business requirements. Manage applications and business solutions design and development. Manage innovation, modernization and rationalization of the applications portfolio (landscape).
• Applications and business solutions support and maintenance. Design, develop and manage databases, data warehouse, business analytics and reporting solutions. Design, high level solution components in line enterprise architecture (EA) and standards.
• Evaluate and prioritise objects based on strategic alignment, return on investment and risk. Develop solution components in a cost-effective manner and in line with EA and standards.
• Work with Development and or implementation teams to assess and monitor the adherence of a product being developed or implemented to the Business Requirements, modernization, rationalization objectives and standards. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An MSc degree or relevant qualification. Six (6) years post qualification (BSc) natural scientific experience.
• Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
• Experience in the field of Integrated water resource management (IWRM). 

DUTIES :

• The incumbent will be part of a team with the primary responsibility of sources directed measures which include the coordination of the development of policies and national strategies for the management of water resources, rehabilitation and remediation of water resources, and cleaner technology options; Drafting technical reports, Reviewing and recommending scientific projects; Aligning projects to organisational strategies; Implementing PMDS; Monitoring progress on the implementation of projects related to water resources protection; compiling and managing budgets and control cash flows;
• He/she will be responsible for the following: Managing a multidisciplinary scientific team; Guiding the development of strategies, procedures and guidelines for sources directed measures of water resources; Interfacing with line function water resource managers in the implementation of water resource protection requirements; and providing technical service with regards to water resource protection to the Department of Water and Sanitation as part of the Chief Directorate: Water Ecosystems. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Degree in Civil Engineering or Project Management in Engineering Environment
• Three (3) to five (5) years management experience in industrial related project planning and/or in civil engineering (Design and Construction). A certificate in Project Management would be an added advantage.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Understanding of contract administration, business principles and business law. A broad understanding of each engineering discipline. 

DUTIES :

• Provide support in the implementation of water services infrastructure grant programmes in the provincial operations. Implement water services infrastructure grant programmes in the provincial operations. Ensure effective integrated water resources implementation. Ensure various water sectors consulted on water issues.
• Ensure the needs of business sectors are catered for and implement water policies for water services infrastructure grant programmes in the provincial operations. Support the development and evaluation of the implementation readiness reports, feasibility studies, and business plans for water services infrastructure grant programmes by all water sectors.
• Provide support in the development of project planning in the design and/or testing phases. Define, create, determine, develop and review project scope, detailed work plans, resources, project schedules, project completion activities, and objectives and measures to be evaluated to ensure completion.
• Promote partnerships between government, public entities, private sector and civil society regarding water services infrastructure grant programmes. Ensure water supply availability for all business sectors. Avail raw water supply for all municipalities. Ensure water issues are communicated with all key stakeholders and various water sectors consulted. Needs of the business sectors catered for a bulk infrastructure programme.
• Assure that water services infrastructure grant programmes are budgeted for a medium-term expenditure framework. Compile budget for building water services infrastructure grant programmes. Ensure that budgeted funds are used efficiently and effectively. Develop and implement an early warning management system.
• Ensure effective monthly and quarterly reporting, and information dissemination. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of all water services infrastructure development programmes in the provincial operations. Ensure that project deliverables are on time, within budget and meet the required quality standards.
• Develop forms and records to document and file project activities and ensure that project information is appropriately documented and secured. Monitor project and programme progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure successful project completion.
• Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders including appropriate staff in the organization on project progress. Regularly review the quality of work completed to ensure standards are met. Manage, supervise and train staff in accordance with the functions and needs of the component. Effectively manage the MTEF project budget and sectional budget and ensure ongoing monitoring and reporting of financial performance. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Mechanical Engineering Degree (B Eng / BSc Eng). Three (3) years post qualification Mechanical engineering experience required.
• Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource protection.

DUTIES :

• Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety.
• Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. Approve and supervise engineering works according to prescribed norms and standards.
• Develop tender specifications. Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice. Office administration and budget planning.
• Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve expertise. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Civil Engineering Degree (B Eng / BSc Eng.
• Three (3) years post qualification engineering experience required in the field of Bulk Water Infrastructure Engineering. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.

DUTIES :

• Condition assessment of bulk raw water infrastructure. Risk based programming of infrastructure maintenance and rehabilitation. Planning of infrastructure projects. Designing rehabilitation solutions to infrastructure failure.
• Preparing drawings and tender documentation for infrastructure maintenance and rehabilitation projects. Managing procurement of service providers to do rehabilitation and maintenance work.
• Serving as Client’s Agent in construction contracts. Managing maintenance and rehabilitation projects and programmes including planning, cost management and progress reporting. Inputs into the development of annual performance plans and budget for the sub-directorate Technical Support Services.
• Management of staff under his/her supervision. Capacity building and technical assistance on bulk raw water infrastructure to stakeholders. Mentoring of graduates and technicians. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent qualification.
• Three (3) to five (5) years supervisory experience at (Level 08) in Recruitment and Selection. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence.
• Knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management legislation, policies, practices, procedures and Human Resource Planning. Practical experience in recruitment, selection and appointment procedures.

DUTIES :

• Co-ordinate the implementation of policies and presentation of information sessions on Recruitment and Selection. Render a human resource advisory services to line managers on recruitment and selection. Assist in HR Planning.
• Ensure the promotion of effective human resource management. Development of norms and standards to facilitate implementation of recruitment and selection policies, strategies, procedures and practices. Co-ordinate and conduct high level investigations of human resource related problems and advice management accordingly.
• Management of Human Resources which include, inter alia (training, mentoring, development, performance management, and work allocation).
• Effective management of staff. Drafting of advertisements and development of policies. Management of the recruitment and selection database. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A National Diploma in Engineering or relevant qualification. Six (6) years post qualification technical Engineering experience.
• Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. 

DUTIES :

• Perform duties in the Free State Region Office under the Directorate: Water Services Infrastructure Development and Refurbishment Programme with a particular emphasis on the management, implementation, supervision and monitoring of the Regional Bulk Infrastructure Grant (RBIG), Water Services Infrastructure Grant (WSIG), Municipal Infrastructure Grant (MIG), Buckets Eradication Programme (BEP) and other civil engineering projects.
• It will be required by the incumbent to manage and monitor projects contractually, financially and technically. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• National Diploma in Civil Engineering. Three (3) years post qualification technical engineering experience.
• Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. 

DUTIES :

• Assist engineers, technologists, technicians and maintenance personnel in field, office and site activities. Promote safety in terms of statutory and regulatory requirements. Undertake condition assessments of infrastructure and produce condition reports.
• Produce technical designs with specifications and submit them to the relevant authority for evaluation and approval. Perform site supervision, contract management and project management at projects being implemented. Develop, implement and maintain databases.
•  Undertake continuous professional development to keep abreast of new technologies and best practice. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Appropriate Electrical Trade Test certificate.
• Five (5) years post qualification experience as an Artisan. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.

DUTIES :

• Maintenance of bulk raw water infrastructure (dams, reservoirs, departmental houses, pump stations and pipelines) and machinery.
• Electrical maintenance and inspections of cathodic protection (TRU’s). Inspect equipment for technical faults and repair according to standards.
• Service equipment according to schedule. Fault diagnosis on SCADA/PLC and telemetry systems. 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. Supervise and mentor staff. Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team and ability to work long hours and perform well under pressure. Candidates may be required to complete practical and theoretical test. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Appropriate Mechanical Trade Test certificate.
• Five (5) years post qualification experience as an Artisan.
• Three (3) years’ experience in supervision of personnel will be advantageous. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.

DUTIES :

• Maintenance of bulk raw water infrastructure (dams, reservoirs, departmental houses, pump stations and pipelines) and machinery.
• Electrical maintenance and inspections of cathodic protection (TRU’s). Inspect equipment for technical faults and repair according to standards.
• Service equipment according to schedule. Fault diagnosis on SCADA/PLC and telemetry systems. 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. Supervise and mentor staff. Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team and ability to work long hours and perform well under pressure. Candidates may be required to complete practical and theoretical test. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Senior / Grade 12 certificate (with mathematics/ Mathematics Literacy). The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.

DUTIES :

• Manage and perform routine maintenance tasks at gauging stations (cleaning work, paint work and workshop and personal stores).
• Manage and perform betterment works at gauging stations (pipe work for electronic equipment, steel work, concrete work).
• Assist with collect of water samples according to set standards, maintain the water sample register, dispatch water sampling materials.
• Assistant with data collection, surveys and current gaugings. Procurement of equipment and materials for division. Administration tasks (Update the database, complete inspection reports, procure materials, etc).
• People management. Willing to travel and work away from home.