Water Control Aid

About this post

The Department of Water and Sanitation is looking for a Water Control Aid in Voelvlei Scheme Gouda (Western Cape. It is a permanent post on salary level 4, paying R201 093 per annum.

Section: Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations CD: Water Resource Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance Dir: Operations Southern

Where you will work: Voelvlei Scheme Gouda (Western Cape)

Closing date: Friday, 13 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.

What you need

The official advert asks for:

• 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.

What you’ll do

• 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.e. grass cutting/cutting down trees/fire breaks).

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 131126/45 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.