Engineering · Circular 23 of 2026
Artisan Foreman Grade a (ELECTRICAL)
Department of Water and Sanitation
Overview
Electrical artisan foreman supervising maintenance and inspections at Vanderkloof Dam infrastructure.
Requirements
- An appropriate Electrical Trade Test Certificate.
- Five (5) years post qualification experience as an Artisan.
- The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
- Knowledge of technical analysis, computer-aided applications, legal compliance, technical report writing and production, process knowledge and skills.
- Problem solving and analytical decision making, teamwork and analytical skills.
- Creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness.
- Communication skills both (verbal and written) and computer literacy.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Conflict management.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team and ability to work long hours and perform well under pressure.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, PMDS and PFMA.
- Drawing skills and ability to read drawings.
Duties
- Supervise the design and production of technical services: Electrical maintenance and inspections of cathodic protection (TRUs).
- Inspect equipment for technical faults and repair according to standards.
- Supervise the maintenance of technical services.
- Maintenance of bulk raw water infrastructure (dams, reservoirs, departmental houses, pump stations and pipelines) and machinery.
- Service equipment according to schedule.
- Ensure quality assurance in line with specifications.
- Implement planned maintenance and update maintenance logbooks.
- Perform administrative and related functions.
- Fault diagnosis on SCADA/PLC and telemetry systems.
- Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements, and regulations.
- Compile and submit reports as required.
- Human and Capital resource management.
- Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
How to apply
Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr TL Kelokilwe Tel No: (053) 664 9400
Notes
Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test. Please be advised that the office will transition to a SANWRI agency. Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity documents, 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 above- mentioned 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. 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. MANAGEMENT ECHELON
Post 23/341, sourced from the DPSA Circular 23 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Water and Sanitation by 17 July 2026, quoting reference 170726/20. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.
- Location
- Vanderkloof
- Salary
- R397 329 p/a
- Closing date
- 17 July 2026
- Reference
- 170726/20
Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.