General Foreman

In brief

**Overview** The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is advertising for a General Foreman (Ref No: 131126/44) within its Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations, under the Water Resource Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance and Operations Southern Directorate. This position is based at the Voelvlei Scheme Gouda in the Western Cape and offers a salary of R201 093 per annum (Level 04). **What you will do** * Undertake routine maintenance on canals, sluices, and measuring structures. * Keep structures and their surroundings clean. * Keep Gauge plates clean. * Keep embankments in good condition. * Clean and maintain grounds, repair tools and structures such as buildings and fences using hand and power tools. * Drive a truck at the stationed scheme and to other sites within the Western Cape region. * Cut trees and grass at toe level on the embankment. * Remove debris from inlets and outlet structures. * Report holes in embankments. * Report stagnant water on the embankment and canals. * Clean grids on the canal. * Look for cracks in measuring structures and report defects. * Inspect and repair fences. * Report damaged equipment to other service providers for repair. * Keep records of repaired equipment. * Supervise subordinates and ensure daily duties are completed effectively. * Assist with housekeeping at DWS offices and infrastructure (e.g., grass cutting, cutting down trees, fire breaks). **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 8 or relevant qualification. * One (1) to Two (2) years working experience. * Disclosure of a valid unexpired Code 10 driver’s licence. * Valid Driver’s Licence. * **Required Knowledge and Competencies:** * Basic Knowledge in controlling and managing bulk water supply maintenance on equipment. * Knowledge of working on various general work and handling of equipment and appliances. * Knowledge of daily maintenance procedures for efficient machine/equipment performance. * Knowledge of gardening and power tools. * Basic Knowledge in Policy Implementation. * Basic Knowledge in routine Inspection of equipment. * Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Procedures. * Basic Disciplinary Knowledge in Public Administration. * Basic Knowledge in supporting water utilisation and water resource strategy. * Basic understanding of Government legislation. * Good supervision skills. * Good communication skills. * Ability to work in a team environment. * Must be able to work near rivers, dams, canals and in confined spaces. * Must be able and willing to assist other schemes and maintenance teams and when needed around Western Cape. * **Added Advantages:** * Higher qualification. * Added years of experience in performing manual work. **Who should apply** Candidates for the General Foreman position should possess a Grade 8 or equivalent qualification, along with one to two years of relevant working experience. The role requires a valid and unexpired Code 10 driver’s licence. Applicants should have a foundational understanding of bulk water supply maintenance, general equipment operation, daily maintenance procedures, gardening and power tools, policy implementation, equipment inspection, Occupational Health and Safety Procedures, Public Administration, water utilisation strategy, and Government legislation. Essential attributes include good supervision and communication skills, the ability to work within a team, and the capacity to work in environments near rivers, dams, canals, and in confined spaces. The successful candidate must also be willing to assist other schemes and maintenance teams across the Western Cape. Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-water-and-sanitation-dws-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-131126-44 Source: govpage

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