SURVEY TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION

POST 35/59 : SURVEY TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A – C REF NO: 131023/17
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operation
Div: Maintenance
SALARY : R353 013 – R531 117 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package), (offer
will be based on proven years of experience)
CENTRE : Bloemfontein

REQUIREMENTS

A National Diploma in Survey or Cartography. Three (3) years postqualification survey experience in technical survey Topographical, Hydrographical, Cadastral, Engineering Surveys for design and construction, Precise Deformation, Aerial and Survey ground control and Control surveys. Compulsory registration with the South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) as a Survey Technician/Surveyor. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge of GPS, echo sounders (Hydrographic system), total
stations, and levels. Computer literacy with proven computer skills in respect of operating systems; CAD and Survey calculation packages in particular
Model Maker, Surpac, and MS Office, Hypack and Trimble Business Centre. Experience in boat handling and outboard motors will serve as an added
advantage.

DUTIES

This post requires a qualified person to perform Topographical, Hydrographical, Deformation, other surveys and ad hoc tasks. Able to take
control of survey teams in the field. Make use of computer equipment to produce final maps and reports. Perform duties away from the office and must
be able to travel excessive distances. Able to work under pressure to provide survey reports and final drawings within the prescribed time frame. Good
communication skills to communicate with the public, colleagues, and clients.

ENQUIRIES : Mr LI Radebe Tel No: (051) 405 9000
APPLICATIONS : Central Operation (Bloemfontein): Please forward your application quoting the
relevant reference number to The Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag 528, Bloemfontein,9300 or hand deliver to Bloem Plaza Building, second
floor, Corner Charlotte Maxeke & East Burger Street, second floor Bloemfontein.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms NSM Maloka
NOTE : Candidates may be subjected to a skills and knowledge test.

CLOSING DATE : 13 October 2023

NOTE:

Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment to the address specified on each post. Applications must be submitted using the
newly implemented Z83 form obtainable on the Department of Water and Sanitations website, under career opportunities or the DPSA website, under
vacancies in the Public Service (point 4) and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (with full particulars of the applicants’ training,
qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience). All required information on the Z83 application form must be provided. Other related
documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as
such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to
applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B of the Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as
compulsory and such details must also be included in the applicants CV. For posts requiring a driver’s license, annotate such details on CV. Failure to
complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late, applications will be accepted. A SAQA evaluation certificate
must accompany foreign qualification/s (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements will not be
considered. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo a security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must
provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity
employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment
Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be
taken into consideration. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this
advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed or emailed applications will not be considered. The department
reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE
Targets.