Job Vacancies at Rand Water

Job Advert Summary    

• Rand Water's Internal Audit function is seeking an experienced Audit Specialist to support the Group Internal Audit Manager – General in providing independent, risk-based assurance and consulting services on the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls within the Support Services environment, in line with the Global Internal Audit Standards.

Minimum Requirements    

• Honours or Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in Internal Auditing, Accounting, or a related field
• CIA is an added advantage
• Desired: Honours or Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in Internal Auditing, Accounting, or a related field / CRMA, CA/SA, CISA

Primary Duties    

• Manage delivery of the Support Services audit plan, tracking coverage and progress against the Annual Internal Audit Plan, and contribute to development of the Three-Year Rolling Internal Audit Plan.
• Execute individual risk-based audit and consulting engagements on Support Services processes, from fieldwork through reporting, producing audit reports with practical recommendations.
• Support the Group Internal Audit Manager: General in preparing Support Services findings for submission to the Top Management Committee (TMC) and the Governance, Audit and Risk Committee (GARC).
• Build and maintain relationships with Support Services divisional managers, providing advisory input on controls, governance and compliance matters.
• Supervise, mentor and develop Senior Internal Auditors and Internal Auditors assigned to Support Services engagements.

Knowledge    

• Internal audit methodology and risk-based auditing
• Internal controls, risk management and governance frameworks
• Global Internal Audit Standards
• Legislative framework (PFMA, Companies Act, Water Services Act)
• COSO framework

Skills    

• Managerial and supervisory skills
• Business acumen
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Analytical and report-writing skills

Attitude    

• Professional and ethical conduct
• Objectivity and attention to detail
• Resilience under pressure
• Collaborative team leadership

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Job Advert Summary    

• Conduct maintenance and repairs to upgrade station buildings and houses.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12
• Recognized Bricklaying Trade Test Certificate
• Completed a recognized Bricklaying Apprenticeship
• 5 years’ relevant experience in bricklaying and civil construction
• Valid driver's license

Primary Duties    

• Maintenance, modification, alterations to be on time and attentive - conduct brickwork, plastering, tiling, concrete work to all buildings and houses and concrete valve chambers
• Administration work - complete requisitions, defects, gate passes and time sheets
• Civil Construction - erect new buildings according to plan

Knowledge    

• General Maintenance
• Safety Knowledge
• Safe working procedure
• Problem Solving Abilities
• Initiative

Skills    

• Analytical Skills
• Good Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Attitude    
• Quality Focused
• Self-Discipline
• Teamplayer
• Detail Oriented
• Assertiveness

Closing Date    

• 2026/10/30

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Job Advert Summary    

• To perform general repairs, maintenance and installations to pipe work, geysers and ablutions on property and plant relevant to trade, including the three satellite stations.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12/Equivalent
• Recognized Plumbing Trade Test Certificate
• Completed a recognized Plumbing Apprenticeship
• 5 years’ relevant experience in Plumbing
• Valid driver's license

Primary Duties    

• Attend daily roll call and briefings in allocated conference area.
• Receive job allocations from immediate supervisor.
• To set out and perform work as per required standards and specifications.
• To clean up machines and work area when job completed.
• Required information recorded on job cards.
• Fill in own and subordinates time sheets correctly work, and the manpower.

Knowledge    

• General Maintenance
• Safety Knowledge
• Safe working procedure
• Problem Solving Abilities
• Initiative

Skills    

• Analytical Skills
• Good Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Attitude    
• Quality Focused
• Self-Discipline
• Teamplayer
• Detail Oriented
• Assertiveness

Closing Date    

• 2026/10/30

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Job Advert Summary    

• The overall responsibility of the successful candidate will be to perform Laboratory analyses and sample preparation for the Microbiology Laboratory, Biology Section.

Minimum Requirements    

• NQF 6: National Diploma in Biology/Biotechnology/Microbiology.
• Registration as a Candidate Natural Scientist.
• One-year analytical laboratory experience in water microbiology testing.
• Working Knowledge of ISO 17025 as required in test laboratories.
• Knowledge of water microbiology and good laboratory practice (GLP).
• Adept at biological techniques.

Primary Duties    

• Performing routine and non-routine analytical analysis on samples received.
• The documentation and checking of results on the identified databases.
• Performance of, and documentation of, all quality control checks of identified analytical tests.
• Checking, identification, documentation and reporting of non-conforming results.
• Undertaking and documentation of maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, biological cultures and test kits and ensure that they are correctly maintained.
• Preparation of media, chemicals, reagents and samples received, for the area of work.
• The adherence to SHE practices and good housekeeping principles in the area of work.

Knowledge    

• Sound theoretical knowledge of water Microbiology.
• Sound knowledge microbiological analyses, water sampling and laboratory practices.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025.
• Understanding of quality and SHERQ procedures.

Skills    

• Skilled in the application of general microbiology methodologies and related instrument techniques.
• Effective report writing and verbal communication skills
• Application of Excel to statistically evaluate data.
• Computer literacy in Word Processing and Spreadsheet applications
• Ability to prioritise, organise and plan
• Ability to perform the basic functions on the Information Management System (LIMS)

Attitude    

• Self-motivated quality and output driven person who can handle pressure and routine work.
• Ability to interact with staff and customers.
• Team worker but can work independently.
• Conscientious and pays attention to detail.
• Willingness to work after hours, weekends and public holidays.

Closing Date    

• 2026/11/04

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Job Advert Summary    

• The incumbent will be responsible for implementing and maintaining water quality assurance services and activities across the entire drinking water supply chain, from catchment to tap.

Minimum Requirements    

• NQF 7 Tertiary qualification in Science or Engineering - Relevant fields of study include Natural Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology), Chemical Engineering, Water Care or Water Utilisation
• Minimum four years of relevant working experience in the water
• Valid driver’s license
• Registration with a recognised professional body – Candidate Natural Scientist / Engineering (eg: SACNASP; ESCA; SAICE)
• NQF Level 8 postgraduate Science or Engineering qualification - Relevant fields of study include Natural Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology), Chemical Engineering, Water Care or Water Utilisation (Advantageous)

Primary Duties    

• Participate in the auditing, optimisation and implementation of an integrated water quality management system for the entire water supply chain (catchment, production, bulk and retail distribution), incorporating and applying the principles of international water safety planning. These aspects will include, but are not limited to:
• Water quality guidelines and standards;
• Water quality monitoring programmes;
• Water quality risk registers; and
• Water quality management procedures and incident protocols.
• Identify legal requirements and plan compliance measures, taking cognisance of the Water Services Act and related regulations, the National Water Act, SANS 241, Blue Drop requirements, the National Water Resource Strategy and other applicable frameworks.

Knowledge    

Understanding of:

• The drinking water supply chain
• Water treatment processes
• The water industry
• Water legislation and regulations
• Water safety planning principles
• Risk management across the entire drinking water supply chain Water quality management principles, procedures and incident management protocols
• Blue Drop and IRIS requirements and
• ISO 9001 and ISO 22000

Skills    

• Technical report writing skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Ability to educate others on water quality assurance requirements
• Project management skills
• Problem investigation and problem-solving skills

Attitude    

• Ability to interact with different groups of people
• Self-driven and internally motivated
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail
• Customer-service orientation
• Willingness to undertake fieldwork
• Willingness to work outside normal office hours and remotely, when required

Closing Date    

• 2026/11/04

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Job Advert Summary    

• Rand Water is currently looking for the Compliance Officers to ensure that Supply Chain Management Division staff’s procurement activities are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, and Rand Water Policies and procedure, including the Supply Chain Management (SCM) policy.

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7 Qualification) in Quality Management, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management, Legal, Business management or Commercial studies.
• Postgraduate (Honours) qualification in the relevant field would be an added advantage.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Compliance Management or related functions;
• Working experience with SAP Procurement module or a similar ERP system.
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Proven experience and good working knowledge of regulatory compliance management processes and techniques in a procurement environment, including implementing risk management plans, drafting of policies, implementing and performing compliance training is a necessity
• Ability to review, and implement guidelines and operating processes

Primary Duties    

• Perform day-to-day compliance work within the program to ensure achievement of objectives
• Perform/conduct internal Supply Chain Management (SCM) audit reviews periodically in line with the approved audit plan to provide assurance on compliance status and ensuring that compliance procedures are followed
• Perform follow-up activities on the audit results, and contribute towards developing risk management strategies
• Preparing compliance reports as an output from compliance audit and risk management activities;
• Provide specialist compliance advice and guidance on all SCM legal and regulatory requirements including advising the business proactively in developing systems and responses to legislation and regulations.
• Perform and facilitate on-going training to SCM Division including other internal staff and stakeholders on the requirements of the regulations
• Tracking of generic compliance risk indicators through action plans (impact analysis/assessment) to respond to regulatory changes and to address shortfalls in compliance by Rand Water through SCM Division
• Draft and manage the SCM Regulatory Universe to ensure that all relevant Legislations and Regulations applicable to SCM are identified and complied with.
• Play a leading role in the development, implementation and maintenance of policies and procedures for the SCM Division including coordinating commentary for revising the SCM policies and procedures
• Perform review of the adequacy of existing policies and procedures relating to SCM Regulatory Framework.
• To provide input in the SCM Compliance process regarding drafting compliance reports to management and governance structures within Rand Water.

Knowledge    

• Procurement Knowledge and understanding of national SCM regulations affecting the procurement process including PFMA, PPPFA, CIDB best practice etc.
• Respectable levels of interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders in providing expert contract management advice to enable achievement of desired outcomes.
• Good relationship management with user departments there by being able to identify risks, solutions and opportunities in each contract with the respective suppliers
• Proven track record in building successful internal relationships

Skills    

• Good communication – effective negotiation skills (Verbal and Written) skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Time Management
• Organisational Skills
• Problem Solving
• Accountable and responsible
• Good report writing
• Attitude    
• Quality conscious
• Ability to safeguard sensitive information
• Ability to work independently
• Self-motivated and team player
• Deadline orientated
• Assertive
• Ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy;

Closing Date    

• 2026/11/10

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Job Advert Summary    

• To provide effective and efficient secretarial, coordination and administrative services and support to the General Manager: Research Administration & Integration in managing the RA&I function within the Rand Water Institute.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric/Grade 12

Desired Education:

• Diploma or other/equivalent administration-related qualification (NQF 6)

Minimum Experience:

• General administrative and secretarial experience.
• Experience using MS Office.
• 2–3 years’ working experience.
• Working knowledge of MS Word and PowerPoint.

Desired Experience:

• Experience in the secretarial and administrative field.
• Basic experience with SAP and MS SharePoint/Intranet.
• Meeting and events coordination and secretariat.
• Primary Duties    
• Receive visitors in accordance with Rand Water security directives; receive, screen and direct telephone calls.
• Maintain the General Manager’s calendar, coordinate meetings and deadlines, and organise travel arrangements and maintain a travel schedule in collaboration with the Travel Office.
• Produce, compile, copy, scan and submit reports, correspondence, proposals, procedures, schedules and presentations, including documents in MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Maintain correspondence logs and follow up outstanding documents; safeguard confidential records and maintain paper and digital filing systems in accordance with Rand Water records and archival standards.
• Coordinate meetings and events, including invitations, venues and logistics; prepare and distribute agendas and supporting documents at least one week beforehand, record minutes, obtain approval and make minutes and outputs available one week afterwards.
• Order and maintain office stationery and report equipment, furniture and facilities problems to the appropriate support functions.
• Obtain and distribute HR reports, maintain attendance records where required, and coordinate the function’s performance management and training and development processes, including approval, retention and submission of the relevant records.
• Provide related administrative support, including maintaining the research initiative register and obtaining information for research; create, distribute and retain communiqués, emails and newsletters

Knowledge    

• Computer Literacy/MS Office.
• Document Filing and Management.
• Budgeting And Financial Reporting.
• Office Management; Meeting Coordination and Administration.

Desired:

• Records Management
• Library Management
• Processes
• Rand Water Environment and Processes;
• Events Coordination and Administration;
• HR Management Processes;
• Travel Management;
• Performance Management/Balanced Scorecards.

Skills    

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Communication skills, verbal and written.
• Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Office.
• Report-writing skills
• Time management.
• Ability to plan and organise.
• Problem-solving.

Attitude    

• Self-motivated and a team player.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Deadline-oriented.
• Ability to work independently.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Discreet and able to uphold confidentiality.
• Conscientiousness.
• Diligent.

Closing Date    

• 2026/11/11