Department of Water And Sanitation

Artisan Foreman Grade A

Salary or stipendR397 329 per annum, (OSD)

The Department of Water And Sanitation is looking for a Artisan Foreman Grade A. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

Breede/Gouritz (Western Cape - Worcester)Applications close 13 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/169, page 143

Reference number: 131126/23
Appointment: Permanent
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 13 November 2026
Job level: Must be computer literate. Knowledge of technical
Centre: Breede/Gouritz (Western Cape - Worcester)
Directorate: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations — Operations Southern SD: Civil Maintenance

What you will need

An appropriate Civil Trade Test Certificate in one of the following civil-related trades: carpentry, bricklaying, plumbing, or general construction.
The A valid unexpired driver’s licence (minimum Code B
a Code C1 or higher is required for the travel requirements of the post).
Knowledge of legal compliance.
Knowledge of technical analysis.
Knowledge of the PFMA and the OHSA.
Strong leadership and management ability.
Ability to communicate effectively at operational

Five (5) years’ post-trade-test experience as a qualified Artisan.

Supervise and construct civil technical services and structures according to specifications and within limits of production capability.
Produce objects with material and equipment according to job specification and recognised standards.
Supervise the maintenance of civil technical services.
Repair civil structures and facilities according to standards and specifications.
Service civil structures and facilities according to schedule.
Perform administrative and related functions.
Update register on maintained and repaired faults.
Compile and submit reports as required.
Provide inputs to the civil maintenance plan.
Ensure adherence to safety standards, requirements, and regulations.
Plan resources available and schedule maintenance work.
Repairs of faults.
Identify training needs for your team, Leave management and personnel performance management.
Supervise and mentor staff.
Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and Building Regulations.
Responsible for construction works and general maintenance on the canals, weirs, dams, and all departmental infrastructures.
The incumbent must be willing to work away from the office and home and will be required to perform duties at all schemes throughout the Western Cape.