Jobs Available at Department of Water and Sanitation

Requirements

• An Engineering (B Eng./BSc Eng.) Degree or relevant qualification. Six (6) years post qualification experience. Compulsory registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a professional Engineer (Details of registration must be noted on the prescribed Z83 application form and CV). The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. 

Duties

• Provide assistance in the design systems, structures and installation of water services related to infrastructure. Support the comprehensive planning in water services infrastructure. Manage multifaceted projects in the technical investigation, development and refurbishment of water services infrastructure. Provide assistance and support in administration.
• Inspect, test equipment, infrastructure systems and installations including the preparation of reports on the findings. Identify, review and comment on operation and maintenance plans of water services infrastructure in the Region. Compile, review and comment on contract documentation proposals, bill of quantities and tenders. Coordination of the water services planning in the Region. Manage financial allocations to projects and programs.
• Provide technical engineering support, guidance and give advice to personnel on various levels, consultants, contractors and water service authorities. Support functional arrears to arrange supply chain management, human resources management and financial needs. Provide mentoring and guidance to staff towards ECSA registration

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Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) qualification in Business Management or Civil Engineering. A post graduate qualification in Business Management or Engineering Management or MBA will serve as an added advantage.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at middle/senior management level preferably within an infrastructure delivery environment. A Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry certificate. 

Duties

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for business development and growth initiatives within the Departmental Construction Unit. Oversee the development and implementation of marketing, branding and positioning strategies for the Construction Unit. Direct and oversee the preparation, review and submission of bids, tenders and proposals. Monitor industry trends, infrastructure programmes and legislative developments to inform strategic decision-making to benefit the Departmental Construction Unit.
• Provide strategic oversight on stakeholder engagement, negotiations and partnership management. Oversee the development and management of the Directorate’s strategic plans, operational plans and budget. Lead and manage human resources within the Directorate, including performance management, skills development and transformation initiatives.
• Manage and improve strategic relationships between the Construction Units with its clients and other industry stakeholders. Lead the identification, evaluation and acquisition of construction business opportunities. Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, organisational policies and governance frameworks in all business development activities. Monitor and evaluate business development performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

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Requirements

• A Science degree (BSc) (Hon) in Hydrology or relevant qualification. A Master of Science (MSc) will serve as an added advantage. 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. Experience in conducting integrated water resource studies (water quality, quantity and ecology). Experience in hydrological and water quality modelling tools (WRSM2000, ACRU, WRYM, WRPM, HEC-HMS, SWAT+, WQSAM). Experience in water resource data collection, analysis, interpretation, presentation and derivation of information. 

Duties

• Conduct integrated water resource studies (quantity, quality, and ecology) focusing on the impact of land use, water use activities, and climatic pressures on water resources (surface and groundwater)- analysis of water resource data, developing, configuring and setting up various integrated hydrological and water quality models.
• Coordinate, analyse, and compile the national state of water report. Compile monthly state of water bulletins. Compile quarterly state of water quality bulletins. Liaise with water sector stakeholders, including other Government Departments and the public, on water issues through workshops and other facilitation techniques.

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Requirements

• A relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Public Administration/ Management /Governance or a relevant qualification. Five (5) years’ experience in general administration /office management environment.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Extensive knowledge and understanding of public service policies and administrative procedures.

Duties

• Manage and coordinate the flow of information within the office of DDG. Render administrative support services: Procurement of goods and services, ensure that assets register is updated, assist with the coordination of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Quality assurance of documentation and remain up to date with prescripts, policies and procedure applicable to work terrain to ensure efficient support to the Office. Ensure effective records management system for all submissions and correspondences.
• Arrange / organise workshops and meetings. Represent Manager at certain meetings and workshops. Manages queries of the office of the DDG Branch. Management of financial and human resources. Assist during the compilation of budget in line with MTEF, PFMA, advice and facilitate the process of budget projection with all the project managers / Directorates within the Branch.