Clerk x6 posts at Dept Water & Sanitation for unskilled candidates (Grade 12)
- Career Exibs SA

- Sep 15
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DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
APPLICATIONS : Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
CLOSING DATE : 29 September 2025
POST 33/66 : HUMAN RESOURCE CLERK (PRODUCTION) REF NO: 290925/03
Branch: Infrastructure Management Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Worcester (Western Cape)
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate. Knowledge of PERSAL system, database and
spread sheet application. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service
Regulations, and other relevant HR prescripts will be an advantage. Good
communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to work under pressure.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for rendering Human Resource
clerical services. Provide administrative support for recruitment and selection,
appointments, probation, and service terminations. Administer processes
related to conditions of service (leave, housing, medical aid, allowances, etc.).
Address enquiries and Human Resources registry services. Capture and
update transactions on the PERSAL system. Address HR administration
enquiries from internal and external stakeholders. Maintain and update
personnel filing systems (electronic and physical). Provide general
administrative support, including drafting routine correspondence, submissions
and reports. Ensure effective and efficient interpretation and implementation of
the departmental HRM Policies, system, regulation guidelines, resolution and
other prescribes.
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Moodley Tel No: (021) 941 6019
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the online link
NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from the Western Cape geographical
area.
POST 33/67 : HUMAN RESOURCE CLERK (PRODUCTION) REF NO: 290925/04
Branch: Infrastructure Management Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate. Knowledge of PERSAL system, database and
spread sheet application. Knowledge of the PSA, PSR and other relevant
Human Resources prescripts and legislation. Good communication skills
(written and verbal) ability to work under pressure.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for rending professional advice to
the line managers. Ensure effective and efficient interpretation and
implementation of the departmental HRM Policies, system, regulation
guidelines, resolution and other prescribes. Capturing transactions on
PERSAL. Recruitment and Selection. Organizational Development. Employee
Relations. Human Resource Development. Drafting of submissions. Handling
all Human Resource administration i.e. conditions of service, termination of
services and leave management. Provide HR Registry services.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. CS Nzimande Tel No: (041) 508 9719
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the online link
NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from the Nelson Mandela Bay District.
POST 33/68 : FINANCE CLERK (PRODUCTION): MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING REF
NO: 290925/05
Branch: Infrastructure Management Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/ Grade 12 certificate. Basic knowledge of financial functions, practices
as well as the ability to capture data, operate a computer and the use of excel.
Good communication skills. Accountability, integrity, honesty and ethical
conduct. Some experience in finance would be advantages.
DUTIES : Receive salary advices and distribute it to employees. Capturing
supplementary employee payments. Prepare payments to service providers
and maintain invoice register. Ensure that creditors are paid within 30 days.
Ensure financial procedures are observed in the section. Attend to vendor
enquiries. Scan paid invoices onto SAP. Order and distribute stationery. File all
face value documents systematically and complete. Attend to audit samples
and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Assist with the
compilation of the budget for the sections and printing budget reports.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. R De Lange Tel No: (041) 508 9730
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the online link
NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from the Nelson Mandela Bay District.
POST 33/69 : FINANCE CLERK (PRODUCTION): FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING REF NO:
290925/06
Branch: Infrastructure Management Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/ Grade 12 certificate. Basic knowledge of financial functions, practices
as well as the ability to capture data, operate a computer and the use of excel.
Good communication skills. Accountability, integrity, honesty and ethical
conduct. Some experience in finance would be advantages.
DUTIES : Receive salary advices and distribute it to employees. Capturing
supplementary employee payments. Prepare payments to service providers
and maintain invoice register. Ensure that creditors are paid within 30 days.
Ensure financial procedures are observed in the section. Attend to vendor
enquiries. Scan paid invoices onto SAP. Order and distribute stationery. File all
face value documents systematically and complete. Attend to audit samples
and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Assist with the
compilation of the budget for the sections and printing budget reports.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. R De Lange Tel No: (041) 508 9730
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:
NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from the Nelson Mandela Bay District.
POST 33/70 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: (HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT) REF
NO: 290925/07
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations
Dir: Operations Central
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Gariep Dam
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate. A National Diploma in Human Resources
Management will serve as the added advantage. One (1) year experience in
Human Resource Management will serve as an added advantage. The
disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence will serve as an added
advantage. PERSAL introduction certificate will also add as an added
advantage. PERSAL Knowledge in PERSAL. Computer literacy in Ms
packages. Knowledge of HR prescripts governing the public service. Good
Interpersonal skills, customer care and communication skills. Ability to work
well in a team and under pressure. Willingness to travel outside working hours.
DUTIES : Render human resource administrative function. Administer recruitment and
selection, human resource Transactions, performance management and
development system, Information management (Establishment), IOD,
Incapacity Pension Administration, Typing and drafting of letters,
memorandum, and submissions. Rendering professional advice to line function
on the effective and efficient interpretation and implementation of the
departmental HRM policies and other related prescripts. Handling of all HRM
administration functions. Compile daily statistics and update databases.
ENQUIRIES : Mr L.J Mkafane Tel No: (051) 754 0001
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:
POST 33/71 : HUMAN RESOURCE CLERK (PRODUCTION) REF NO: 290925/08
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations
Dir: Operations Central
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Pretoria (Central Operations)
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate. A National Diploma in Human Resources
Management will serve as the added advantage. PERSAL introduction
certificate will serve as an added advantage. Appropriate experience in Human
Resource Management and registry will serve as added advantage. The
disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license will serve as an added
advantage. Computer literacy (Microsoft packages). Knowledge of PERSAL
system, database and spreadsheet application. Good communication skills
both (verbal and written). Ability to work under pressure. Knowledge of human
resource prescripts policies and procedures. Team player. Willingness to travel.
Computer literacy (Microsoft packages).
DUTIES : Implement human resource administration practices, human resource
transaction: (leave management, and human resource records management).
Render professional advice to line function on the effective, efficient
interpretation and implementation of policies and other related prescripts.
Address human resource administration enquires. Compile daily statistics and
update database. Process transfers, movement, and relocation on PERSAL for
Central Operations. Provide human resource registry services.
ENQUIRIES : Ms I Schwartz Tel No: (012) 741 7359
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:
NOTE : Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, 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 abovementioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates pertaining to Senior Management Services (SMS) posts will be subjected to a technical and competency assessment and a pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment. 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.
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