Circular 33 of 2026 · Post 33/110 · Ref 280926/03
CONTROL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN GRADE A
Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS)
- CentreKimberley
Job details
- Circular
- 33 of 2026
- Page No.
- 2–3
- Circular Post
- 33/110
- Reference number
- 280926/03
- Department
- Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS)
- Centre
- Kimberley
- Salary
- R573 552 per annum, (OSD)
- Closing date
- 28 September 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS).
The listed centre is Kimberley.
Applications close on 28 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R573 552 per annum, (OSD)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- A National Diploma in Civil Engineering.
- Six (6) years post qualification in technical Engineering experience.
- Compulsory registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician.
- The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
- Knowledge of technical design and analysis of hydrological infrastructure and/or water resource infrastructure.
- Knowledge of hydrological data management.
- Understanding of research and development.
- Knowledge and experience in Computer-aided engineering applications.
- Knowledge of legal compliance and Project management.
- Technical report writing.
- Good communication skills both (verbal and written), conflict management and negotiation skills.
- Problem solving and analysis, decision making, teamwork, creativity, financial management, people management, customer focus, responsiveness, planning and organising.
Duties
- Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Engineers, Technologist and associates in the field, workshop, and technical hydrological activities.
- Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technology.
- Ensure quality assurance of technical designs with specifications and authorise/make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority.
- Manage administrative, human resource and related functions.
- Provide inputs into the budgeting process, operational plan, procurement plan and related matters.
- Compile and submit reports as required.
- Attend to Risk and Disaster Management matters.
- Research and development through continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
- Provide mentorship and supervision of personnel.
- Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise.
- Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters.
- Must be prepared to work away from the office and travel extensively for extended periods of time.
Enquiries
Mr. K Kgarane Tel No: (053) 830 8800
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 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 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 and 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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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 33 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
Cd: Provincial Operations: Northern Cape
Sd: Water Service Planning Support
SALARY : R573 552 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Kimberley
REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Civil Engineering. Six (6) years post qualification in technical Engineering experience. Compulsory registration with Engineering
Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Engineering Technician. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge of technical design and
analysis of hydrological infrastructure and/or water resource infrastructure.
Knowledge of hydrological data management. Understanding of research and development. Knowledge and experience in Computer-aided engineering
applications. Knowledge of legal compliance and Project management.
Technical report writing. Good communication skills both (verbal and written), conflict management and negotiation skills. Problem solving and analysis,
decision making, teamwork, creativity, financial management, people management, customer focus, responsiveness, planning and organising.
DUTIES : Manage technical services and support in conjunction with Engineers, Technologist and associates in the field, workshop, and technical hydrological
activities. Ensure the promotion of safety in line with statutory and regulatory
requirements. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings, and procedures to incorporate new technology. Ensure quality assurance of
technical designs with specifications and authorise/make recommendations for approval by the relevant authority. Manage administrative, human resource
and related functions. Provide inputs into the budgeting process, operational plan, procurement plan and related matters. Compile and submit reports as
required. Attend to Risk and Disaster Management matters. Research and development through continuous professional development to keep up with
new technologies and procedures. Provide mentorship and supervision of personnel. Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to
improve expertise. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering related matters. Must be prepared to work away from the office and travel extensively
for extended periods of time.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. K Kgarane Tel No: (053) 830 8800