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Clerks x12 posts at Dept of Water & Sanitation for semiskilled candidates (Min Grade 12)

DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION

CLOSING DATE : 14 November 2025


POST 40/97 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK (FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT) REF NO:

141125/19

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations

Dir: Operations Central

SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Usutu Vaal Area Office (Standerton)

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 with mathematics or accounting as passed subjects.

Appropriate experience in Finance with particular emphasis in the following:

knowledge of SAP, PERSAL, PFMA National Treasury Regulation and Supply

Chain Management- creditors will serve as an added advantage. One (1) to (2)

years’ experience in Finance will serve as an added advantage. The disclosure

of a valid unexpired driver’s license will serve as an added advantage.

Computer literacy (MS Office). Good verbal and written communication skills.

Good organizational skills. Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.

DUTIES : Receiving money and issuing receipts, banking of money, issuing petty cash,

and replenish of petty cash, update rent register and allocations of deduction

on PERSAL and capturing of data on PERSAL. Filing of documents, support

finance with salary enquiries and capturing overtime, shift allowances, standby,

Sunday and public holiday for all employees on PERSAL, capture Eskom

accounts on SAP and email payment advice to Eskom.

ENQUIRIES : Ms MM Muir Tel No: (017) 712 9400

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Candidates must complete a practical and theoretical test.

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Candidates must complete a practical and theoretical test.



POST 40/99 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK (SUPPLY CHAIN MAMANAGEMENT) REF NO: 141125/21

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations

Dir: Operations Central

SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Grootdraai Dam (Usutu Vaal)

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification. One (1) to (2) two years’

experience in Supply Chain Management (Acquisition Management) will serve

as an added advantage. The disclosure of a Valid unexpired driver’s license

will serve as an added advantage. Computer literacy (Ms work, excel, power

point and exchange). Knowledge of basic financial operating systems (SAP).

Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the

public services. Knowledge of working procedures in terms of working

environment. Interpersonal relations, flexibility and teamwork. Basic

knowledge of problem solving and analysis. People and diversity management.

Client orientation and customer focus. Good communication skills (both verbal

and written). Accountability and ethical conduct.

DUTIES : Render demand and acquisition management support. Assist with the

compilation and maintenance of records according to Supply Chain

Management (SCM) prescripts, e.g. procurement batches, Bid documents, etc.

Receive requests for goods and services from end users. Capture specification

on the electronic purchasing system. Request and receive quotations. Place

purchase orders. Issue and receive bid documents. Provide secretariat or

logistical support during the bid specification and evaluation sittings. Compile,

draft documents as required. Perform any other administrative duties as may

be requested by supervisor.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. BE Radebe Tel No: (017) 712 9400

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Candidates must complete a practical and theoretical test.



POST 40/100 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK (TRANSPORT) REF NO: 141125/22

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations

Dir: Operations Central

SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Jericho Dam (Usutu River)

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification. Previous working

experience will serve as an added advantage. The disclosure of a valid

unexpired driver’s license will serve as an added advantage. Knowledge of

clerical functions, practices as well as ability to capture data, operate and

collate administrative statistics. Basic Knowledge and insight of administrative

procedures and PFMA. Knowledge of financial operating systems PERSAL,

Bas, Logis etc.) Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework

governing public service. Knowledge of working procedures in terms of working

environment. interpersonal relations, flexibility and teamwork. Basic knowledge

of problem-solving analysis. People and Diversity Management. Client

orientation and customer focus. Good communication skills. Accountability of

ethical conduct. Computer literacy.

DUTIES : Provide efficient implementation and compliance with directives, policies and

procedures related to transport management. Processing of new subsidized

vehicle applications. Administer subsidized vehicles applications for

adjudication committee. Conducing subsidized vehicle inspections, utilizations,

Maintenance and administering of related claims. Efficient management and

operational control of fleet and departmental vehicles. Perform authorisations,

operation and optimal traffic fines. Administer transport invoices and provision

of monthly transport reports. Ensure quality assurance of log sheets for

subsidized vehicles. Maintain an efficient filling system. Keeping updated

registers, databases and implementing systems and procedures for the

tracking and tracing of transport documents. Liaise with service providers and

regional office on matters related to transport management. Provide advisory

services to officials and management on transport-related matters. Handling of Accident reports, Administration of transport meetings. Perform driver and

other administration support related duties when there is a need. Quality

assurance of the log sheets for subsidized Vehicles.

ENQUIRIES : Ms K E Thomo/Ms N Mazibuku Tel No: (017) 846 6000

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test.



POST 40/101 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK (ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT) REF NO:

141125/23

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations

Dir: Operations Central

SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Jericho Dam (Usutu River)

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification. Computer Literacy (Ms.

Word and Excel). One (1) year relevant experience will serve as an added

advantage. Good Knowledge of Basic Financial Operating system (PERSAL,

BAS, Logic, etc. Telephone etiquette, sound knowledge and knowledge and

application of government and administration procedures. client orientation

and customer focus. Good communication skills both verbal and written. Good

interpersonal relationship skills, work in a team and must be able to work under

pressure. Accountability and ethical Conduct.

DUTIES : Render Switchboard services. Attending to all incoming and outgoing calls and

transferring them to appropriate officials for further actions. Taking and relaying

messages. Attending to walk in visitors/customers and ensuring that they are

timeously attended to. Direct incoming calls / Enquiries to relevant officials.

Render administrative duties by maintaining switchboard system, register all

incoming mail and oversee delivery therefore Keeping updated database and

implement systems and procedures for tracking and tracing correspondence.

Ensure clean, neat vouchers, booking cancellations, changes and rescheduling and constant feedback to officials. Ensure travel submissions for

approval. Maintenance of efficient filling system. Liaise with clients and service

providers with regards to photocopier machines, toners and switchboard

related issues. Provide administrative support to the Area Manager.

ENQUIRIES : Ms K E Thomo/Ms N Mazibuku Tel No: (017) 846 6000

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test.



POST 40/102 : REGISTRY CLERK REF NO: 141125/24

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Eastern Operations

Dir: Operations Eastern

SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Midmar Dam

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 Certificate or relevant qualification. A National Diploma in

Records Management / Archives / Human Resources Management /

Administration / Public Management will serve as an added advantage.

Appropriate experience in 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 human

resources functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate

computers and collate administrative statistics. Basic knowledge and insight of

Human Resources prescripts. Basic knowledge of financial operating systems

(PERSAL). Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework

governing the Public Service. Knowledge of storage and retrieval procedures

in terms of working environment. Good communication skills both (verbal and

written). Ability to work under pressure.

DUTIES : Provide counter services. Handling of incoming and outgoing correspondence.

Render an effective filling and record management services. Operate office

machines in relation to the registry function. Process documents for archiving

and disposal.

ENQUIRIES : Mr MF Mncwabe Tel No: (033) 239 1900/1301

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area.



POST 40/103 : HUMAN RESOURCE CLERK (PRODUCTION) REF NO: 141125/25

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Eastern Operations

Dir: Operations Eastern

SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Midmar Dam

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification. 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.

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

Operations Eastern. Provide human resource registry services.

ENQUIRIES : Mr MF Mncwabe Tel No: (033) 239 1900/1301

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from uMgungundlovu District. Note:

Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area.



POST 40/104 : HUMAN RESOURCE CLERK (PRODUCTION) REF NO: 141125/26

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Eastern Operations

Dir: Operations Eastern

SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Midmar Dam

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification. 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.

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

Operations Eastern. Provide human resource registry services.

ENQUIRIES : Mr MF Mncwabe Tel No: (033) 239 1900/1301

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from uMgungundlovu District



POST 40/98 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK (SUPPLY CHAIN MAMANAGEMENT) REF NO:

141125/20

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations

Dir: Operations Central

SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Usutu Vaal Area Office (Standerton)

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent One (1) to (2) two years’ experience

in Supply Chain Management (logistics) will serve as an added advantage. The

disclosure of a Valid unexpired driver ‘s license will serve as an added

advantage. Computer literacy (MS word, excel, power point and exchange).

Knowledge of financial operating system (SAP). Knowledge and understanding

of the legislative framework governing the public services. Knowledge of

working procedures in terms of working environment. Interpersonal relations,

flexibility and teamwork. Basic knowledge of problem solving and analysis.

People and diversity management. Client orientation and customer focus.

Good communication skills (both verbal and written). Accountability and ethical

conduct.

DUTIES : Render Logistics and inventory management support. Render Demand and

acquisition clerical support. Render logistical support services. Provide

effective administration of purchase orders. Administer the goods receipt

process for goods and services acquired. Receive and verify goods from

suppliers. Capture goods and services receipt vouchers. Check and issue

receivables to responsible components. Stocktaking. Receiving and issuing

stock from the warehouse. Manage 0-9 file, expediting open purchase orders.

Managing and reporting on open purchase orders (commitments). Compile

disclosure of commitment. Perform any other administrative duties as may be

requested by supervisor.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. BE Radebe Tel No: (017) 712 9400




POST 40/89 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK SUPERVISOR (HUMAN RESOURCE

MANAGEMENT) REF NO: 141125/11

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations

Dir: Operations Central

SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07)

CENTRE : Usutu Vaal Area Office (Standerton)

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 or relevant qualification. Three (3) to (5) five years’

experience in Human Resource Management. The disclosure of a Valid

unexpired driver’s license will serve as an added advantage. Introduction to

PERSAL Certificate. Computer literacy, Knowledge and understanding of

human resources, as well as ability to capture data, operate computer and

collect administration statistics. Knowledge and insight of human resources

prescripts. Knowledge of registry duties and understanding the work in registry

Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the

public service. Must have good interpersonal relations skills, customer care

and supervisory skills. Be able to work independently and in a team. Basic

knowledge of problem-solving skills.

DUTIES : Supervise and undertake the more complex implementation and maintenance

of Human resource administration practices, HRA, HRD, Registry, Recruitment

and selection. Handle Human resource administration enquiries HRA, HRD,

registry, recruitment and selection. Supervisor human resources staff. Manage

and Administer personnel management and administration function within the

Area Office. Manage and Administer Human Resources function and office

support services. Manage and Administer HRD, training coordination of PMDS.

Manage and administer leave management. Manage and Administer service

conditions. Recruitment, Selection and Appointment. Provide HR and policy

advisory service to all employees within the area office. Ensure that all reports

are submitted within the financial year closure.

ENQUIRIES : Ms IN Ndwandwe Tel No: (017) 712 9400

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Candidates must complete a practical and theoretical test.



POST 40/90 : SUPPLY CHAIN CLERK (SUPERVISOR) REF NO: 141125/12

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations

Dir: Operations Central

SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07)

CENTRE : Pretoria Central Operations

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification. An NQF Level 6

qualification in Supply Chain Management / Finance will serve as an added

advantage. Three (3) to (5) five years’ experience in Asset Management. The

disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license will serve as an added

advantage. Computer literacy (MS Office). Knowledge of SAP system. Problem

solving, analysis, client orientation, customer focus, accountability and ethical

conduct skills. Good communication skills verbal and written. Willingness to

travel and ability to work under pressure. Basic Knowledge of work procedures

in terms of working environment. Basic Knowledge and understanding of the

legislative framework.

DUTIES : Supervise and render asset management clerical duties by doing the following:

Ensure all movable assets are procured in line with PFMA (Public Finance

Management Act) and Supply Chain Management (SCM) procedures. Capture

new assets in the Asset Register immediately after acquisition. Assign unique

asset numbers/tags barcodes and serial numbers to enable traceability.

Conduct annual physical verification of all movable assets for all Central

Operations Area Offices. Reconcile physical counts with the Asset Register.

Investigate discrepancies missing, damaged, or unrecorded assets. Assign

custodianship of assets to responsible officials, asset custodians must sign accountability forms. Record any movement, transfer, or relocation of assets

between offices/ workshops. Maintain updated records on asset location and

custodian. Issue transfer/relocation forms with proper approvals and update

the Asset Register. Ensure that officials report theft, loss, or damage to

movable assets. Maintain a Loss Control Register in line with Departmental

loss control policy and Treasury regulations. Submit cases to security vetting

section for recommendation for write-off, recovery, or disciplinary action.

Identify redundant, obsolete, or unserviceable assets for collection to the

disposal stores. Follow approved disposal methods auction, transfer to other

departments, donations and recycling.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. T Khumalo Tel No: (012) 741 7361

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : The shortlisted candidates will be required to do practical test.



POST 40/91 : ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK SUPERVISOR REF NO: 141125/13

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Eastern Operations

Dir: Operations Eastern

SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07)

CENTRE : Midmar Dam

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 or relevant qualification. Three (3) to (5) Five years working

experience. Understanding of reports writing. Knowledge and insight of Human

Resources Management prescripts. Knowledge of financial systems such as

SAP. Basic knowledge of problem solving and analysis. Good Communication

skills both (verbal and written).

DUTIES : Supervise and render general clerical support services. Supervise and provide

personnel administration clerical support services within the component.

Supervise Staff. Fleet management. Manage the utilisation and control fleet

vehicles as well as hiring of short-term vehicles. Issuing and checking vehicles

pre and post inspections. Compile monthly usage and expenditure reports for

the cluster. Compile logbooks for pool vehicles, account as proxy for the

departmental vehicles. Administer accidents and investigations. Manage

vehicles for maintenance and repairs. Ensure that vehicles are subsidised.

Assist officials during the applications, check and screen all applications to

ensure compliance as per prescribed policy. Serve as secretary for the

subsidised motor vehicle advisory committee. Corporate travel. Receive and

process travel requests for flights, accommodations and car hire. Compile

reconciliation.

ENQUIRIES : Mr M Mncwabe Tel No: (033) 239 1900/1279

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area.



POST 40/92 : REGISTRY CLERK SUPERVISOR REF NO: 141125/14

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Eastern Operations

Dir: Operations Eastern

SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07)

CENTRE : Midmar Dam

REQUIREMENTS : A Senior/Grade 12 Certificate or relevant qualification. A National Diploma in

Records Management / Archives / Human Resources Management /

Administration / Public Management will serve as an added advantage. Three

(3) to (5) five years registry experience will serve as an added advantage. The

disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license will serve as an added

advantage. Computer literacy (Microsoft packages). Knowledge of human

resources functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate

computers and collate administrative statistics. Basic knowledge and insight of

Human Resources prescripts. Basic knowledge of financial operating systems

(PERSAL). Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework

governing the Public Service. Knowledge of storage and retrieval procedures

in terms of working environment. Good communication skills both (verbal and

written). Ability to work under pressure.

DUTIES : Provide counter services. Handling of incoming and outgoing correspondence.

Render an effective filling and record management services. Operate office

machines in relation to the registry function. Process documents for archiving

and disposaENQUIRIES : Mr MF Mncwabe Tel No: (033) 239 1900/1301

APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:

NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area.




NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ 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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