- Company
- Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development
- Location
- Tshwane, Gauteng
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Grade 10
- Salary
- R201 093. per annum, (plus benefits)
- Reference
- REFS/056866
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026 (6 days left)
About this post
The Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development is looking for a Boiler Operator in Tshwane. It is a permanent post, paying R201 093. per annum (plus benefits).
Section: Chief Directorate: Maintenance
Where you will work: District Maintenance Hub: Tshwane: Mechanical Services
Closing date: Monday, 9 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- Grade 10 and an equivalent recognized National Steam Certificate.
- A minimum of 1 year appropriate hands-on experience gained in boiler operating.
- Competencies: Basic knowledge of norms and standards on low pressure.
- Knowledge of Maintenance Works Norms and Standards.
- Knowledge of maintenance tools.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Skills: Interpersonal relations.
- Ability to utilise Public Works maintenance tools.
- Planning and organising.
- Staff supervision.
- Communication (written & verbal).
- Attributes: People centred.
- Professionalism.
- Collective responsibility.
- Transformation.
- Batho Pele Principles.
- Attention to detail.
- … and 2 more points in the official advert.
What you’ll do
- Request chemicals from stores as required.
- Test quality of water of softeners as well as the returning flows of condensate water.
- Fill chemicals tank with required chemicals as prescribed.
- Top up salt in brine tank.
- Check working conditions of chemical pumps.
- Test total dissolve solids (TDS) and blow-down according to prescripts.
- Monitor the stream pressure constantly Check correct temperature of hot well tanks.
- Adjust the stoker for efficient steam delivery.
- Report all defects immediately.
- Check the feed water pump-levels and hot well tanks for sufficient water supply to the boiler.
- Ensure that standby boilers and funnel is full of water and chemicals at all times.
- Control the flow of fuel.
- Ensure that the boiler environment is well maintained.
- Ensure proper usage of protective clothing.
- Ensure that the boiler environment is clean and safe.
- Ensure that the brine tank and water filter are cleaned as prescribed.
- Ensure the removal of ash from boilers, gritt arrester and smoke box.
- … and 6 more points in the official advert.
Tips before you apply
- Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
- Quote the reference number REFS/056866 on your application and in the subject line of any e-mail.
- Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
- Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.
How to apply
Apply the way the official advert says. EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
Where to apply: To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za
Enquiries: Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto at 076 521 4118
Closing date: Monday, 9 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
Applicants must complete the online Z83 and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). All other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. The Employment Equity targets will be taken into consideration during the selection process. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s). The employment decision shall be guided by the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. The Department is committed to promoting employment equity, including race, gender and disability representation, through the filling of this post(s). Accordingly, the transfer, promotion or appointment of candidates should contribute towards improving representativity and achieving the numerical targets set out in the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, People With Disabilities are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za.Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on 076 521 4118/076 942 4090. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was…
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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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