About the Role
The Department of Water and Sanitation is seeking a dedicated Water Control Aid to join their team at the Voelvlei Scheme in Gouda, Western Cape. This vital role is essential for maintaining the integrity and functionality of the region’s water management systems. As a Water Control Aid, you will contribute directly to the community by ensuring that water distribution is managed effectively, thereby supporting both agricultural and residential needs in this beautiful area.
In this position, you will engage with the natural environment daily, performing tasks that help keep the waterways clean and operational. You will play a crucial part in the upkeep of sluices and canals, which are critical for flood control and maintaining water quality. Your work not only impacts the immediate surroundings of Gouda but also plays a role in the broader mission of public service, ensuring that communities have access to safe and reliable water resources.
About the Department
The Department of Water and Sanitation is committed to providing sustainable water management and sanitation services to all South Africans. With a mission to ensure equitable access to water, the department works tirelessly to safeguard this precious resource. By joining this department, you contribute to the vital work of protecting and managing water resources, which is fundamental for the health and wellbeing of communities across the nation.
Working within the Department of Water and Sanitation means being part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and dedication to service. Your contributions will help shape a sustainable future for South Africa, making your role not just a job but a meaningful vocation.
What You’ll Do
- Open and close sluices in accordance with scheme regulations.
- Collect and maintain hydrological data for accurate monitoring.
- Manage the water distribution sheet following established protocols.
- Perform minor maintenance on structures, including sluices and fencing.
- Assist in clearing blocked pipes and canals to ensure smooth water flow.
- Regularly remove algae and water grass from canals to maintain cleanliness.
- Conduct daily inspections of your designated section and report any issues.
- Ensure canal grids, sand traps, and outlet structures are kept clean.
- Maintain the cleanliness of gauge plates and surrounding areas.
- Secure and maintain equipment and property in good condition.
- Assist other schemes and maintenance teams across the Western Cape as needed.
- Participate in housekeeping duties at Department of Water and Sanitation offices.
What You’ll Need
- A relevant NQF level 2 qualification or equivalent.
- One year of experience in water-related functions is advantageous.
- A valid Code B driver’s license.
- Strong verbal, writing, reading, and communication skills.
- Basic knowledge of water distribution management for government water works.
- Ability to accurately read measuring gauges and water meters.
- Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety principles.
- Basic knowledge of flood control methods.
- Familiarity with record-keeping practices.
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
A relevant NQF level 2 or relevant qualification.One (1) year work experience in water related functions will serve as an added advantage.
The disclosure a valid unexpired Code B driver’s licence.
Good verbal, writing, reading, and communication skills.
Basic Knowledge in controlling and managing the Water distribution for all government water works.
Ability to read measuring gauges and record water level.
Ability to read water meters, record measurements, and complete logbook sheets accurately.
Basic understanding in Occupational Health and Safety.
Basic knowledge of flood control.
Basic understanding of record keeping.
Job Duties
Opening and closing of sluices according to scheme regulations, collection of hydrological data.Handling the Water distribution sheet according to scheme regulation.
Preform minor maintenance of structures, fencing, and sluices.
Assist with opening blocked pipes and canals.
Remove of algae and water grass in canals regularly.
Conduct daily routine inspection on section.
Holes in embankment must be reported to Water Control Officer.
Look for cracks in measuring structures and report detects.
Stagnant water on embankment must be reported.
Clean the area around the post boxes.
Keep canal grids, sand traps, and outlet structures clean.
Keep gauge plates clean.
Keep structure clean and their surroundings.
Keep embankment in good condition.
Clean intake towers, weirs, and meter houses.
Safe keeping equipment and property.
Must be able to assist other schemes and maintenance team around Western Cape.
Assist with housekeeping at DWS offices and infrastructure (i.
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grass cutting/cutting down trees/fire breaks).
