This job has expired and is no longer accepting applications. Closing date was 17 July 2026.
Job details
- Reference number
- 170726/35
- Centre
- Orange Fish Tunnel (Teebus)
- Salary
- R253 341 per annum, (OSD)
Read the complete vacancy requirements and application instructions before submitting an application.
Requirements
- An appropriate Mechanical Trade Test Certificate.
- The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
- Computer literacy.
- Knowledge of technical analysis. knowledge of legal compliance, technical report writing and production process.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, PMDS and PFMA.
- Problem solving and analytical decision making, teamwork and analytical skills.
- Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
- Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
- Planning and organising skills.
- Conflict management.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
- Ability to work long hours and perform well under pressure.
Duties
- Rendering of design and production of technical services.
- Maintenance and Operation of mechanical equipment at Orange Fish Tunnel and Gariep Dam Government Scheme.
- Ensure compliance with all departmental and regulatory standards.
- Conduct routine inspections and compile maintenance reports for all mechanical equipment in Orange Fish Tunnel and Gariep Dam.
- Conduct preventive and reactive maintenance.
- Manage contractors on site.
- Rendering of technical services maintenance.
- Perform administrative and related function.
- Inspect equipment for technical faults.
- Compile and submit reports.
- Keep and maintain job record.
- Service equipment according to schedule.
- Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Standards.
Enquiries
Mr LJ Mkafane Tel No: (051) 754 0001
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za
Notes and Z83 guidance
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.
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Additional notes
Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test. Please be advised that the office will transition to a SANWRIA agency.
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Original Text
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations
Dir: Operations Central
SALARY : R253 341 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Orange Fish Tunnel (Teebus)
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Mechanical Trade Test Certificate. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Computer literacy. Knowledge of technical analysis.
knowledge of legal compliance, technical report writing and production process. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, PMDS and PFMA.
Problem solving and analytical decision making, teamwork and analytical skills.
Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness. Good communication skills both (verbal and written). Planning and organising skills.
Conflict management. Ability to work independently as well as in a team. Ability to work long hours and perform well under pressure.
DUTIES : Rendering of design and production of technical services. Maintenance and Operation of mechanical equipment at Orange Fish Tunnel and Gariep Dam
Government Scheme. Ensure compliance with all departmental and regulatory standards. Conduct routine inspections and compile maintenance reports for
all mechanical equipment in Orange Fish Tunnel and Gariep Dam. Conduct preventive and reactive maintenance. Manage contractors on site. Rendering
of technical services maintenance. Perform administrative and related function.
Inspect equipment for technical faults. Compile and submit reports. Keep and maintain job record. Service equipment according to schedule. Ensure
compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Standards.
ENQUIRIES : Mr LJ Mkafane Tel No: (051) 754 0001
NOTE : Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test. Please be advised that the office will transition to a SANWRIA agency.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 23 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. Expired vacancies are kept for reference only. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.