Government EntityCity of Cape Town
    LocationCape Town, Western Cape
    Reference NumberWS 141/26 (External)
    SalaryR 331 577 per annum (T08)
    Centre / LocationCape Town
    Closing DateSeptember 25, 2026
    Source and Applicationcareers.capetown.gov.za

    Directorate: WATER AND SANITATION

    Functional Area: Distribution Services

    Eligibility: Suitable Qualified Candidates

    Requirements

    Plumbing Trade Test certificate in accordance with S26D of the Skills Development Act, Act 97 of 1998 (Red seal). One (1) to two (2) years post apprenticeship relevant experience. Grade 12 will be advantageous. Valid Code 10 driver’s licence with PrDP. Council Driving Authority will be advantageous. Candidates who are not in possession of the Council Driving Authority will be required to undergo a driving assessment as part of the Recruitment and Selection process. SAP literacy will be advantageous. Knowledge of reticulation networks and plumbing/construction processes as well as Occupational Health and Safety Act. Successful candidate/s will be: o Required to be physically fit and able bodied. Must be able to lift heavy manhole covers, carry heavy equipment, and fit into confined spaces. o Required to work in all weather conditions. o Required to work standby, outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime. o Must be prepared to enter confined areas.

    Duties

    Planned and predictive maintenance to ensure that maintenance cycles and work procedures are implemented. Ensure that networks are installed, operated, maintained, and repaired according to safe work procedures enabling uninterrupted and optimum functionality of the distribution/ conveyance systems. Fault-finding to ensure faults are detected, effectively repaired and functionality restored with minimal disruption to services. Supervision and administration to ensure that tasks, instructions, and findings are coordinated, communicated, and understood. Capturing information to ensure details of activities are accurately recorded. Ensure details of activities are accurately recorded to facilitate the processing of information related to productivity personnel, time and material allocation and utilization for specific assignments. Ensuring a safe work environment through the application of health

    Source / Circular Reference

    careers.capetown.gov.za