Supply Chain Clerk Production

Overview

Supply Chain Clerk positions in the Department of Water and Sanitation supporting demand, acquisition and supplier database management at Level 5.

Requirements

• A Senior/Grade 12 certificate.
• Basic knowledge of supply chain management, practices as well as the ability to capture data and operate computer.
• Basic knowledge of work procedures in terms of the working environment.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework.
• Governing the public service. Flexibility. Teamwork.
• Basic knowledge of problem solving and analysis.
• People and diversity Management.
• Client orientation and customer focus. Communication.
• Accountability and Ethical Conduct.

Duties

• Render demand and acquisition clerical support.
• Update and maintain a supplier (including contractors) database.
• Register suppliers on Logis or similar system.
• Request and receive quotations.
• Capture specification on the electronic purchasing system.
• Place orders.
• Issue and receive bid documents.
• Provide secretariat or logistical support during the bid consideration and contracts conclusion process.
• Contractors database updated and well maintained.
• Orders placed accordingly.
• Render logistical support services.
• Place orders of goods.
• Receive and verify goods from suppliers.
• Capture goods in registers databases.
• Receive request for goods from end users.
• Issue goods to end users.
• Maintain goods register.
• Update and maintain register of suppliers.
• Orders well placed.
• Keep filling records up to date.
• Electronic filing system updated accordingly.

How to apply

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

Enquiries: Mr D Kgokane at (087) 943 3719 Hartbeespoort Mr D Maswanganye Tel No: (015) 307 8600 Tzaneen

Notes

One (1) post is targeted for a person with disability. Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za 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. ERRATUM: Kindly take note that the post of Environmental Officer: Specialized Production with Ref No: 170726/02, which was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 dated 03 July 2026 with a closing date of 17 July 2026, has been withdrawn. OTHER POSTS