GOVERNMENT POST: TRADESMAN AID
DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
CLOSING DATE : 20 October 2023
NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment to the
address specified on each post. Applications must be submitted using the
newly implemented Z83 form obtainable on the Department of Water and
Sanitations website, under career opportunities or the DPSA website, under
vacancies in the Public Service (point 4) and should be accompanied by a
comprehensive CV (with full particulars of the applicants’ training,
qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience). All required
information on the Z83 application form must be provided. Other related
documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, 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 of the Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as
compulsory and such details must also be included in the applicants CV. For
posts requiring a driver’s license, annotate such details on CV. Failure to
complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the
applicant. No late, applications will be accepted. A SAQA evaluation certificate
must accompany foreign qualification/s (only when shortlisted). Applications
that do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements will not be
considered. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form
and undergo a 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 or emailed 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.
POST:TRADESMAN AID REF NO: 201023/05
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operation
SALARY : R147 036 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE : Potchefstroom
REQUIREMENTS : An ABET certificate (ability to read and write). One (1) to two (2) years relevant
experience. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license will serve as
an added advantage. Knowledge of welding and electricity will serve as an
added advantage. Knowledge of machinery repairs, service and maintenance,
plumbing, bricklaying, carpentry, and construction. Ability to carry out manual
duties and receive instructions from supervisor. Physical fitness. Basic
knowledge of hand and power tools. Willingness to travel. Good Interpersonal
skills. Ability to work under pressure and independently. Basic knowledge in
maintenance of structures. Basic disciplinary knowledge in Occupational
Health and Safety. Basic disciplinary knowledge in Public Administration. Basic
knowledge in supporting water utilization and water resource strategy. Basic
knowledge of flood controlling. Basic understanding of government legislation.
Knowledge of administration in relation to the correct completion of forms.
DUTIES : Assist artisan in execution of maintenance, repairs and services of the
machinery and civil installations in various dams, reservoirs, and pipelines. Do
maintenance in the departmental houses, including construction of building
structures. Assist with the maintenance in the dam wall and canals. Carry tools,
equipment and keep them in a good condition. Willingness to perform other
related artisan assistant duties. Loading and off-loading. Adhere to
Occupational Health and Safety regulations and ensure that protective
equipment is used appropriately. Cleaning of workshops and tools.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. M Maduna Tel No: (018) 294 9322
APPLICATIONS : Central Operation (Potchefstroom): Please forward your application quoting
the relevant reference number to: The Area Manager: Department of Water
and Sanitation, Private Bag X936, Potchefstroom, 2520.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms. M Maduna