General Worker

Overview

General worker position maintaining grounds, canals and infrastructure for the Department of Water and Sanitation in Mthatha, requiring ABET qualification and manual work experience.

Requirements

• ABET qualification.
• Experience in performing manual work will serve as an added advantage.
• Knowledge of general work in handling equipment and appliances.
• Basic knowledge of chemical use (dilution/mix) chemical product knowledge.
• Basic knowledge daily maintenance procedures for efficient machine/equipment performance.
• Basic in knowledge supporting water utilization and water resource strategy.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Basic knowledge of garden maintenance.
• Basic understanding of Government legislation.
• 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.

Duties

• Clean and maintain grounds, canals etc.
• Assist in repairing tools and structures such as building, fences, canals areas and benches using hand and power tools.
• Mix spray or spread fertilizers using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
• Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, planters, and other ground features.
• Maintain existing grounds / gardens by caring for sod, plants, and trees.
• Rake and mulch leaves irrigate plants and lawns.
• Sweep walkways, grounds, and clean buildings by sweeping and washing floors.

How to apply

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

Enquiries: Mr. M Boyce, Cell No: (083) 412 1966

Notes

Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area 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. OTHER POSTS