Government EntityCity of Cape Town
    LocationCape Town, Western Cape
    Reference NumberWS 116/26 (External)
    SalaryR1 552 377 per annum (T17)
    Centre / LocationCape Town
    Closing DateAugust 7, 2026
    Source and Applicationcareers.capetown.gov.za

    Directorate: WATER AND SANITATION

    Functional Area: Distribution Services

    Eligibility: Suitable Qualified Candidates

    Requirements

    A minimum of a BTech in Civil Engineering. Registered as a Professional Engineering Technologist/ Engineer with ECSA. At least eight (8) years’ appropriate experience. Knowledge of Strategy and policy development; Financial management control and budgeting; Local government related legislation and policies & Water and Sanitation industry. Water and Sanitation municipal experience would be advantageous. A valid driver’s licence.

    Duties

    Managing the City-Wide Water Reticulation Networks. Managing the effective expansion and development in Region regarding Water Services. Managing the maintenance of water infrastructure, by providing effective operations, maintenance, timeous rehabilitation and upgrade of the water infrastructure. Managing the capital and operating budgets for the region in accordance with legislation, City policy and procedures. Managing the maintenance and control of all fixed and moveable assets of the Region. Managing the quality, distribution and control of potable and recycled water. Ensuring compliance with the Water Service Act, applicable legislation and the Water Service Customer Charter. Managing Human Resource: Optimising staff performance by aligning and monitoring key performance areas. Managing communication between internal and external stakeholders (including politicians, Officials and Service providers). Applying good governance principles across the business Unit.

    Source / Circular Reference

    careers.capetown.gov.za