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Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) Jobs and Vacancies

Department of Water and Sanitation jobs and vacancies in South Africa include government career opportunities in water resources, sanitation services, engineering, hydrology, infrastructure delivery, and administration. The Department of Water and Sanitation manages national water resources and supports water and sanitation systems that are critical to public health and development. Career opportunities often include roles for engineers, scientists, project managers, technicians, and administrative staff.
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DIRECTOR: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT in Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). Closing date: 05 June 2026.
CHIEF ENGINEER GRADE A
CHIEF ENGINEER GRADE A in Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). Closing date: 05 June 2026.
SCIENTIST PRODUCTION GRADE A – C in Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). Closing date: 05 June 2026.
OFFICE MANAGER
OFFICE MANAGER in Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). Closing date: 05 June 2026.
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: OFFICE SUPPORT in Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). Closing date: 29 May 2026.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR in Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). Closing date: 29 May 2026.
CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER
CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER in Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). Closing date: 29 May 2026.
DRIVER/MESSENGER
DRIVER/MESSENGER in Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). Closing date: 29 May 2026.



