Job Openings at Department of Water and Sanitation

Requirements

• An engineering degree (BEng/BSc (Eng) in mechanical and electrical engineering). Three (3) years of post-qualification relevant engineering experience is required. Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.). The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities).
• Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource protection. Understanding of programme and project management principles. Knowledge of engineering design and analysis, including pumps and pump stations, dam outlet works, mechanical structural designs, and water resources infrastructure operations.

Duties

• Design and develop new mechanical systems to address practical engineering challenges, improve efficiency, enhance reliability, and promote safety. Evaluate and update existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technologies and best practices. Approve and supervise engineering works in accordance with prescribed norms and standards. Develop tender specifications and contribute to procurement processes.
• Provide training and mentorship to technicians, technologists, and candidate engineers to promote skills transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and codes of practice. Provide office administration support and contribute to budget planning processes. Conduct research and literature studies to enhance engineering expertise and promote innovation. Render mechanical engineering support to Operations and Maintenance units, including fault finding, breakdown investigations, and performance optimization.
• Develop and maintain asset management strategies and systems to optimize the lifecycle of mechanical infrastructure. Conduct regular inspections and condition assessments of mechanical equipment and machinery. Manage CAPEX programmes relating to refurbishment, rehabilitation, upgrades, and emergency works.
• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of infrastructure project implementation, including technical, environmental, contractual, financial, risk, and social components.
• Ensure compliance with applicable technical standards, legal requirements, approved budgets, and project timeframes during implementation of water resource infrastructure projects. Coordinate and manage contracts with service providers to ensure effective delivery. Promote transformation, knowledge sharing, innovation, and a high-performance culture within the department.

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Requirements

• An engineering degree (B. Eng. / BSc. Eng.) in civil or agricultural. Three (3) years post-qualification 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.
• Understanding of program and project management. Knowledge of engineering design and analysis, including but not limited to pumps and pump stations, dam outlet works, mechanical structural designs, and water resources infrastructure operations. 

Duties

• Evaluation of systems, water availability, requirements, and systems performance of all water use sectors (mining, industries, energy, agriculture, and domestic) in the planning and the implementation of water resource systems operations projects. Ensure effective integrated water resource planning.
• Conceptualize, test, and implement water resources modeling decision support systems (DSS). Establish databases and information management systems for the operation of water resource schemes.
• Update monthly, quarterly, and annual systems performance reports as per the Directorate Operational Plan. Manage, supervise, and train engineering and scientist candidates and graduate interns.

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Requirements

• An engineering degree (B. Eng./B.Sc. Eng.) in civil engineering.
• Three (3) years of post-qualification engineering experience in water and civil engineering related to gauging structure/weir design, construction management, and safety of hydraulic structures are required for a registered professional engineer.
• Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a professional engineer. 

Duties

• Perform engineering design and analysis work related to new and existing gauging weirs within the Directorate, ensuring appropriate, efficient, and cost-effective design solutions in accordance with national and international standards. Conduct quality control, construction monitoring, and on-site problem-solving during project implementation.
• Assist with the establishment and improvement of flow-gauging sites, including direct and indirect hydraulic calibration and verification of flow-measurement systems. Review, audit, and quality-assure engineering reports produced within the section. Provide professional technical advice and engineering support to internal directorates and external stakeholders.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in dam safety, water engineering, hydraulic modeling, flow measurement technologies, and applicable legislation, and contribute to the development or refinement of engineering policies and standards. Participate in inter-directorate engagements and maintain close liaison with hydrological teams at national and provincial levels.
• Support and perform activities related to high flood line determinations and spillway calibrations. Mentor and train junior engineers, engineering technologists, and technicians. Attend site visits and meetings and undertake work across the country, which may involve extensive travel and irregular or extended working hours.

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Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree (BSc) (Hons) in Environmental Science or Environmental Management. Three (3) years post-qualification Natural Science experience. Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist. The disclosure of a valid, unexpired driver’s license

Duties

• Coordinate and integrate the water monitoring programs through the integrated provincial water monitoring committees in the nine provinces, as well as the national water monitoring committee. Provide leadership in scientific and technical water monitoring programs and compile reports on the progress of monitoring projects and programs against set objectives.
• Support the development and implementation of a national water monitoring plan and integrated provincial water monitoring plans. Develop and implement procedures, guidelines, strategies, methodologies, and systems for integrating water monitoring programmes across all levels of government.
• Provide technical support and project management expertise to project/programme managers within the Chief Directorate: National Water Resource Information Management. Liaise with water sector stakeholders, including other government departments and the public, on water-related issues through workshops and other platforms.

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Requirements

• 4-year degree or equivalent in environmental management or natural sciences field. Six (6) years of post-qualification work experience in the water resources/environmental management field.
• Extensive experience in the environmental/water management field, waste management, and water use authorization process. Management and leadership skills. Advanced computer skills.
• Communication and technical reporting (verbal and written). Analytical and problem-solving skills. Facilitation skills and the ability to interact with key stakeholders in the water sector (national and provincial departments and local government).

Duties

• Develop, review, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and technical guidelines for compliance monitoring. Provide technical oversight and support to CMAs in planning, executing, and reporting on compliance monitoring within the government sector.
• Conduct compliance monitoring strategic audits. Participate in compliance monitoring forums, sector working groups, and interdepartmental committees. Conduct compliance awareness promotion and training.
• Performance planning and management. Compile technical and performance reports. Promote and establish partnerships for effective compliance monitoring with other regulatory authorities and the regulated community.

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Requirements

• A National Diploma in Science or relevant qualification. Six (6) years of post-qualification technical scientific experience. Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a certified natural scientist.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Experience in standard water-related analysis in the field of surface water and groundwater.
• Experience in a Water Management System (WMS) and exposure to a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), ideally LabWare LIMS. Good sound knowledge of laboratory processes and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard requirements.

Duties

• Acquire, manage, and maintain accurate datasets for internal and external clients. Perform electronic import of data into relevant systems. Update datasets on the Water Management System (WMS) with analytical results from laboratories. Ensure effective and timely data dissemination to stakeholders.
• Coordinate and respond to specialized requests from internal and external stakeholders. Maintain peripheral information necessary for the effective implementation of operational monitoring programmes on the WMS. Conduct audits on WMS for released results and investigate discrepancies.
• Correct or remove suspect data records from the database. Apply appropriate quality control measures to ensure data accuracy and compliance. Implement and maintain ISO/SANS 17025:2017 accreditation status on the WMS. Compile and generate audit reports for Analytical Services (AS) use.
• Monitor staff performance in line with organizational objectives. Motivate and support team members. Mentor employees to enhance professional growth and capacity building.

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Requirements

• A National Diploma in Civil Engineering. Six (6) years post qualification technical engineering experience. Compulsory registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineering Technician.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge of Technical design and analysis of hydrological infrastructure and/or water resource infrastructure. Knowledge of hydrological data management.

Duties

• Manage technical services and support in conjunction with engineers, technologists, and associates in the field, workshop, and technical hydrological activities.
• Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure quality control of hydrological time series data. Manage the registration of hydrological data on Hydstra.
• Ensure performance of control surveys, stream flow gauging, and calibration of gauging weirs. Monitor real-time data of gauging sites, perform site evaluations, and monitor instrumentation. Handle data requests and dissemination. Manage the Data Quality Control Division within the Sub-Directorate. Attend to Monitoring Committee matters.
• Manage administrative, human resource, and related functions. Provide inputs into the budgeting process, operational plan, procurement plan, and related matters. Compile and submit reports as required. Provide technical support for risk and disaster management matters. Research and development through continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
• Provide mentorship and supervision of personnel. Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters. Must be prepared to work away from the office and travel extensively for extended periods of time.

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Requirements

• A National Diploma in Engineering or relevant qualification. Three (3) years of post-qualification experience in water and sanitation engineering. 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

• Support and monitor implementation of RBIG, WSIG, and MIG projects in municipalities across Gauteng Province. Support and assist municipalities with the development of WSDP and IDP. Support and monitor the implementation of USDG projects.
• Monitor and evaluate project progress. Attend monthly and quarterly meetings. Provide monthly and quarterly project progress reports. Project Management. A
• ssist with water services complaints. Water conservation, water demand management, advocacy. Represent the department in relevant IGR structures.

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Requirements

• A Secretarial Diploma or equivalent qualification. Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in rendering a support service to senior management. Excellent computer literacy skills.
• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite. Good office management skills and knowledge of administrative procedures.
• Sound organizational skills. Good people skills. High level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and discretion.

Duties

• Provide a secretarial support service to the manager. Implement administrative procedures for the component. Receive telephone calls and visitors on behalf of the manager. Implement policies and procedures.
• Engage the supplier regarding purchased materials. Develop an implementation plan. Ensure that financial procedures are observed in the section. Compile monthly reports and present them to the managers. Do early warning systems.
• Liaise with travel agencies to make travel arrangements for the DDG office. Arrange meetings and events for the manager and staff in the unit. Process all invoices that emanate from the activities of the work of the manager, including the travel and subsistence claims for the unit.
• Draft routine correspondence and reports, including records of basic minutes of the meetings of the manager where required. Administer matters like telephone accounts and proper recording and filing of documents. Receive, record, and distribute all incoming and outgoing documents. Collect all relevant documents to enable the manager to prepare for meetings.
• Provide feedback on identified administrative gaps. Provide records on goods and services procured and handle all the procurement items for the office.