Overberg Water is pleased to announce openings for General Worker positions within its dedicated team. As a General Worker, individuals will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of facilities, directly contributing to the mission of providing quality water services to the community.
Overberg Water General Worker Jobs Overview
- Job Title: General Worker
- Position Available: 2 positions
- Duration: Permanent
- Salary: R187,605.00 per annum
- Location: Duivenhoks & Ruensveld – East (Swellendam) Water Treatment and Wastewater Treatment Plant within Western Cape
- Closing date: 06 August 2024
About Overberg Water
Overberg Water is a vital government business enterprise, dedicated to providing high-quality water services to the Western Cape community. Established under the Water Services Act, Overberg Water plays a critical role in the region’s water management infrastructure. As a Schedule 3B entity under the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Overberg Water operates with a high degree of accountability and financial discipline, ensuring that public resources are managed efficiently and effectively.
Strategic Objectives
Overberg Water has outlined several strategic objectives to guide its operations and future growth:
- Operational Excellence: Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water treatment and distribution processes to ensure the continuous supply of high-quality water.
- Financial Sustainability: Maintaining sound financial practices to support long-term viability and investment in infrastructure.
- Customer Satisfaction: Continuously improving service delivery to exceed customer expectations and build strong, lasting relationships with the communities served.
- Workforce Development: Investing in the training and development of employees to build a skilled, motivated, and engaged workforce.
- Environmental Stewardship: Implementing practices that minimize environmental impact and promote the conservation of water resources.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) or relevant training
- Unendorsed code B driver’s license
- Willingness to work shifts, standby, weekends, and holidays
- Minimum of six (6) months experience as a general worker, preferably in water facilities
Duties:
- Data Handling: Ability to read, interpret, and convey manual and electronic data (e.g., meters, gauges, data loggers)
- Maintenance: Assist with general maintenance, ground keeping, and housekeeping of premises.
- Transportation: Handling and transportation of water quality samples, chemicals, and heavy materials or equipment.
- Documentation: Complete work procedures forms, timesheets, stock-sheets, log-sheets, job cards, and other reporting forms.
- Operational Support: Assist with pipe-bursts, cleaning of reservoirs, sediment tanks, and filters.
- Waste Management: Clearing, processing, and disposal of foliage, sludge, and waste.
- Plant Upkeep: General cleaning and maintenance of purification plant, scheme offices, and buildings.
- Inventory Management: Keep inventory of all plant consumables required for operational activities and housekeeping.
- Compliance: Adhere to statutory and regulatory requirements for water and wastewater facilities.
- Other Tasks: Carry out other building maintenance activities, follow lawful instructions from line managers or supervisors, ensuring asset safeguarding.
- Flexibility: May require rotation/travel to other sites based on operational demands
Competencies Required
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to tackle challenges effectively
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and conflict resolution skills
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work well in a team
- Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt across all functions
Application Process:
- Applicants must submit a comprehensive CV, certified copies of qualifications, and Identity Document in one File.
- Forward applications quoting the relevant reference number to https://overberj°,water.mcidirecthire.com/External/Job?Ref= by Tuesday, 6th August 2024, 17:00.
- Late applications will not be accepted.
- Overberg Water Board reserves the right not to fill the position.
- If no response is received within thirty (30) days of the closing date, consider the application unsuccessful.
Joining Overberg Water as a General Worker presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the efficient operation and maintenance of crucial water treatment facilities across the Western Cape. With a steadfast commitment to sustainability and community service, Overberg Water fosters a supportive environment where dedication and hard work are esteemed and rewarded.
Prospective applicants who meet the specified requirements and share a passion for excellence in water management are encouraged to apply.
