JOBS AT DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION

Looking for a stable government career with excellent benefits and competitive salaries?
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is recruiting talented professionals for a range of senior management, technical, and support positions for 2026.

If you are passionate about protecting South Africa’s water resources and improving sanitation services, this is your opportunity to join a department that plays a vital role in national development.

📅 Application Deadline: 13 March 2026
📍 Locations: Pretoria and King William’s Town

Why Work for the Department of Water and Sanitation?

Working at DWS offers:

✔ Competitive government salaries
✔ Long-term career stability
✔ Opportunities for professional growth
✔ The chance to make a real impact on South Africa’s water future
✔ Inclusive employment opportunities for women and persons with disabilities

High-Paying Senior Management Opportunities

Chief Director: Human Resources Management

💰 Salary: R1,494,900 per year
📍 Location: Pretoria (Head Office)

Lead the department’s HR strategy, including workforce planning, labour relations, employee wellness programmes, and talent development initiatives.

Chief Director: Provincial Operations – Eastern Cape

💰 Salary: R1,494,900 per year
📍 Location: King William’s Town

Take charge of water and sanitation service delivery across the Eastern Cape while coordinating with government stakeholders and overseeing provincial operations.

Director-Level Opportunity

Director: Water Information Integration

💰 Salary: R1,266,714 per year
📍 Location: Pretoria

Drive digital innovation by managing the National Integrated Water Information System (NIWIS) and strengthening national water data systems.

Technical & Professional Careers

Engineer Production Grade A–C (2 Positions)

💰 Salary: R879,342 – R1,323,267 per year
📍 Location: King William’s Town

Work on critical water infrastructure projects including planning, design, development, and maintenance of water services systems.

Deputy Director: Risk Management

💰 Salary: R896,436 per year
📍 Location: Pretoria

Help strengthen governance by implementing risk management strategies and supporting organisational compliance.

Assistant Director: Systems Administrator

💰 Salary: R468,459 per year
📍 Location: Pretoria

Support the department’s ICT infrastructure by managing networks, monitoring system performance, and maintaining cloud and server systems.

Administrative Opportunity

Personal Assistant

💰 Salary: R325,101 per year
📍 Location: Pretoria

Provide executive administrative support including scheduling, correspondence management, travel arrangements, and procurement administration.

Important Application Instructions

📌 All applications must be submitted online only via the official portal:

👉 https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

Please note:

• Supporting documents are not required during the initial application stage

• Only shortlisted candidates will submit certified documents

• Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted

• Candidates may undergo security clearance, SAQA verification, and integrity checks

Don’t Miss This Opportunity

If you want to build a meaningful public service career while helping secure South Africa’s water future, apply today.

⏳ Closing Date: 13 March 2026

If you do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

💧 Start your career journey with the Department of Water and Sanitation today.