General Worker x1
Overberg Water Board
2026/11/03   Western Cape


Job Ref #: POST OW-OPS-0226
Industry: Water Purifications &/or Operations
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Overberg Water is a Water Board established in terms of section 28 of Water Services Act (No 108 of 1997) and is classified as a Government Business Enterprise as per Schedule 3B of the Public Finance Management Act (No. 1 of 1999) as amended. CLOSING DATE: 20 November 2026
Job Description
  • Ability to read, interpret and convey manual and electronic data i.e.: meters gauges, data loggers etc.
  • Assist with general maintenance, ground keeping, housekeeping of premises
  • Handling and transporting of water quality samples, chemicals and other heavy materials or equipment.
  • Complete work procedures forms, timesheets, stock-sheets, log-sheets job, cards and other associated reporting forms
  • Assist with pipe-bursts, cleaning of reservoirs, sediment tanks and filters.
  • Clearing, processing and disposal of grass, reedbeds, sludge and other foliage or waste
  • General cleaning and maintenance of the purification plant, scheme offices and buildings.
  • Garry out other building maintenance activities.
  • Keep inventory of all plant consumables required for operational activities, housekeeping, and any other activities identified within the plant
  • Garry out reasonable and lawful instructions given by the line manager or supervisor within the ambit of the position taking into account competencies and operational requirements
  • Safeguard of the plant assets
  • Adhere to related statutory and regulatory requirements for water and wastewater facilities
  • Although based at specific facility, incumbents may need to rotate/travel to other sites and/or areas based on business operational demands
Job Requirements
  • Grade 12
  • Code 08 Drivers License
  • Excellent communication, writing and people skills
  • Ensuring ethical standards adherence to statutory requirements of all legislations
  • Willingness to work on standby/shift and physical fits, weekend, holidays