GENERAL FOREMAN
Department of Water and Sanitation · 301026/46 George Ref No
- Closing date
- 30 October 2026
- Reference
- 301026/46
- Salary band
- R 201 093
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Water and Sanitation Location: Worcester Ref No: 301026/46 George Ref No: 301026/47 Salary: R201 093 per annum (Level 04) Requirements: A Grade 8 certificate. One (1) to two (2) years relevant experience in general work of Civil maintenance. The disclosure of a valid unexpired drivers license. Knowledge and experience in building and construction. Good communication skills, Computer literacy. Knowledge in controlling and managing bulk water supply maintenance on equipment. Knowledge in policy implementation. Knowledge of supervising personnel & equipment. Disciplinary knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety. Disciplinary knowledge of public administration. Knowledge of supporting water utilization & water resource strategy. Understanding of government legislation. Ability to work in a team. Must be punctual, productive, and loyal. Must be able to work in or near rivers, dams, and canals. The incumbent will work away from the office for extended periods of time. He must be willing to travel in the execution of his duties. Duties: Supervise and mentor subordinates. Transport subordinates to and from sites to Implement planned routine maintenance activities (painting, weed control, etc.) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries.). Implement planned structural maintenance activities (replacements of steel components, etc.) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries.). Implement refurbishment projects at gauging stations (rivers, canals). Conduct inspections according to set standards. Construction of gauging weirs and infrastructure. Assist with technical and special tasks (Instrument installations and flood monitoring) as and when requested. Implement general maintenance and housekeeping of camping facilities. Ensure that machinery, equipment, tools and goods are maintained and looked after. Clear and maintain access roads to gauging points. Dever damaged equipment to supervisor. Perform general maintenance. Keep job cards up to date. Perform basic risk assessments at gauging stations before work commences. Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and all related safety regulations. Report faults, defects, and safety hazards to supervisor promptly. Enquiries: Mr W Adonis, (Worcester) Tel No: (023) 342 2671 Mr JF Kriel, (George) Tel No: (044) 802 2733 Closing Date: 2026-10-30T23:59:00+02:00
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1. Check your match
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Requirements
- ✓A Grade 8 certificate
- ✓One (1) to two (2) years relevant experience in general work of Civil maintenance
- ✓The disclosure of a valid unexpired drivers license
- ✓Knowledge and experience in building and construction
- ✓Good communication skills, Computer literacy
- ✓Knowledge in controlling and managing bulk water supply maintenance on equipment
- ✓Knowledge in policy implementation
- ✓Knowledge of supervising personnel & equipment
- ✓Disciplinary knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety
- ✓Disciplinary knowledge of public administration
Key responsibilities
- •Supervise and mentor subordinates
- •Transport subordinates to and from sites to Implement planned routine maintenance activities (painting, weed control, etc
- •) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries
- •Implement planned structural maintenance activities (replacements of steel components, etc
- •) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries
- •Implement refurbishment projects at gauging stations (rivers, canals)
- •Conduct inspections according to set standards
- •Construction of gauging weirs and infrastructure
- •Assist with technical and special tasks (Instrument installations and flood monitoring) as and when requested
- •Implement general maintenance and housekeeping of camping facilities