GENERAL WORKER
Department of Water and Sanitation · 301026/49 George 3 Ref No
- Closing date
- 30 October 2026
- Reference
- 301026/49
- Salary band
- R 144 024
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Water and Sanitation Location: Worcester 3 Ref No: 301026/49 George 3 Ref No: 301026/50 Salary: R144 024 per annum (Level 02) Requirements: An ABET certificate. One (1) to two (2) years relevant experience will serve as an added advantage. Knowledge of gardening equipment and appliances. Knowledge of lawn care process. Knowledge of the pruning and trimming process and techniques. Knowledge of chemical use (dilution/mix) and chemical product knowledge. Knowledge of daily maintenance procedures for efficient machine/equipment performance. Basic knowledge in supporting water utilization and water resource strategy. Knowledge of health and safety procedures. Knowledge of garden maintenance and planting practices. Communication skills and ability to work in a team. Must be punctual, productive, and loyal. Must be able to work in or near rivers, dams, and canals. Must be willing to travel in the execution of his duties on a continuous basis. Duties: Carry out routine maintenance activities (painting, weed control, etc.) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries.) using hand and power tools to departmental standers. Perform structural maintenance activities (replacements of steel components, etc.) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries.) using hand and power tools. Perform maintenance activities on the premises when required to do so. Maintenance of embankments at gauging structures by stabilizing and clearing of vegetation. Clear and maintain access roads, refurbishment of gauging stations (rivers, canals) using hand and power tools. Construction of gauging weirs and infrastructure. Assist with technical and special tasks (Instrument installations and flood monitoring) as and when requested. General maintenance and housekeeping of camping facilities. Maintain and take care of machinery, equipment, tools and goods. Load and offload equipment and materials. Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and all related safety regulations. Report faults, defects, and safety hazards to supervisor promptly. The incumbent will work away from the office (in the field) for extended periods of time. Must be able to work in or near rivers, dams, and canals. Application instructions: The Department of Community Safety, Roads and Transport to be submitted to: Acting Chief Director: Fleet Management, Cnr Harvey & Rhodes Avenue, Oranjesig, Bloemfontein, 9300 or delivered by Hand at Government Garage Building, Bloemfontein. Enquiries: Mr W Adonis, (Worcester) Tel No: (023) 342 2671 Mr JF Kriel, (George) Tel No: (044) 802 2733 104 Notes: Directions to applicants: All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be downloaded on internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/ vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be ind
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Requirements
- ✓An ABET certificate
- ✓One (1) to two (2) years relevant experience will serve as an added advantage
- ✓Knowledge of gardening equipment and appliances
- ✓Knowledge of lawn care process
- ✓Knowledge of the pruning and trimming process and techniques
- ✓Knowledge of chemical use (dilution/mix) and chemical product knowledge
- ✓Knowledge of daily maintenance procedures for efficient machine/equipment performance
- ✓Basic knowledge in supporting water utilization and water resource strategy
- ✓Knowledge of health and safety procedures
- ✓Knowledge of garden maintenance and planting practices
Key responsibilities
- •Carry out routine maintenance activities (painting, weed control, etc
- •) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries
- •) using hand and power tools to departmental standers
- •Perform structural maintenance activities (replacements of steel components, etc
- •) at gauging stations (river, canals, dams, evaporation stations, estuaries
- •) using hand and power tools
- •Perform maintenance activities on the premises when required to do so
- •Maintenance of embankments at gauging structures by stabilizing and clearing of vegetation
- •Clear and maintain access roads, refurbishment of gauging stations (rivers, canals) using hand and power tools
- •Construction of gauging weirs and infrastructure