DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
CLOSING DATE : 24 July 2026

NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link
https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za Other related documentation such as copies of
qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license etc need not to accompany
the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be
produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA
circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or
occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be
completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or
disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No
late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to
suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit
checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications
(only when shortlisted).

Applications that do not comply with the abovementioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates for
SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following
the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates
will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities,
behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. A pre-entry
certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to
the appointment. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake
two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a
candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements
and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Candidates
will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security
clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police
clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted).

The
Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling
of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South
Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as
defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant
Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration.
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not
hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that
your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be
considered. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions.
Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference
will be given to the EE Targets.

OTHER POSTS

POST 24/133 : FINANCE CLERK PRODUCTION (X7 POSTS)
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations
Dir: Operations Northern
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Tzaneen Ref No: 240726/03 (X2 Posts)
Hartbeespoort Ref No: 240726/04 (X3 Posts)
Groblersdal Ref No: 240726/05 (X2 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate with accounting. Computer literacy (MS Word,
Excel, Outlook). Basic knowledge of financial functions, practices as well as
the ability to capture data and collate financial statistics by use of
spreadsheets. Basic knowledge and insight of the Public Service Financial
legislation, procedures and Treasury Regulations, PFMA, DORA, PSA, PISR,
PPPFA and Financial Manual. Knowledge of systems such as PERSAL and
SAP will be an advantage. Good communication skills, problem solving and
time management. Accountability, integrity, honesty and ethical conduct. Must
be able to work under pressure.

DUTIES : Compiling, checking and capturing allowances on PERSAL e.g. Subsistence
and Travel claims, overtime, standby claims and payroll deduction
transactions. Liaise with third party with regards to court maintenance orders
to submit and implement. Distribute pay slips plus supplementary pay slips to
officials and submit signed certificates to head office. Attend to payroll
enquiries. Receive vendor invoices and keep accurate register. Compile and
complete accurate invoice spreadsheet each month. Liaise with different
sections regarding source documents. Compile documents and capture
invoices to pay vendors on SAP. Ensure that creditors are paid within 30 days.
Attend to vendor enquiries. Scan paid invoices onto SAP. Perform cashier
duties, receiving and issuing receipts and banking of cash. Perform petty cash
transactions. Order and distribute stationery. File all face value documents
systematically and complete. Attend to audit samples and ensure compliance.

ENQUIRIES : Mr D Kgokane at (087) 943 3719 Hartbeespoort
Mr D Maswanganye Tel No: (015) 307 8600 Tzaneen
Mr. J Masangu Tel No: (015) 262 6800 Groblersdal
NOTE : Two (2) posts are targeted for persons with disability.

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POST 24/134 : SUPPLY CHAIN CLERK PRODUCTION (X5 POSTS)
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations
Dir: Operations Northern
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Hartbeespoort Area Offices Ref No: 240726/06 (X3 Posts)
Tzaneen Ref No: 240726/07 (X2 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate. Basic knowledge of supply chain management,
practices as well as the ability to capture data and operate computer. Basic
knowledge of work procedures in terms of the working environment. Working
knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework. Governing the
public service. Flexibility. Teamwork. Basic knowledge of problem solving and
analysis. People and diversity Management. Client orientation and customer
focus. Communication. Accountability and Ethical Conduct.

DUTIES : Render demand and acquisition clerical support. Update and maintain a
supplier (including contractors) database. Register suppliers on Logis or similar
system. Request and receive quotations. Capture specification on the
electronic purchasing system. Place orders. Issue and receive bid documents.
Provide secretariat or logistical support during the bid consideration and
contracts conclusion process. Contractors database updated and well
maintained. Orders placed accordingly. Render logistical support services.
Place orders of goods. Receive and verify goods from suppliers. Capture
goods in registers databases. Receive request for goods from end users. Issue
goods to end users. Maintain goods register. Update and maintain register of
suppliers. Orders well placed. Keep filling records up to date. Electronic filing
system updated accordingly.

ENQUIRIES : Mr D Kgokane at (087) 943 3719 Hartbeespoort
Mr D Maswanganye Tel No: (015) 307 8600 Tzaneen
NOTE : One (1) post is targeted for a person with disability