Joburg Water, a vital municipal entity providing water and sanitation services to the City of Johannesburg, is currently offering a variety of job vacancies and learnership opportunities for 2025. As one of the largest water utilities in South Africa, Joburg Water employs thousands of professionals, technicians, artisans, and administrative staff to ensure quality service delivery to over 5 million residents.
If you are a skilled job seeker, a recent graduate, or a matriculant hoping to launch your career in a meaningful and impactful environment, now is the perfect time to explore career prospects at Joburg Water.
Why Consider a Career at Joburg Water?
Working for Joburg Water is not just a job—it’s a calling to serve communities, improve public health, and support sustainable development. Employees at Joburg Water benefit from:
- Competitive salaries and benefits
- Opportunities for career growth and training
- Stable public sector employment
- A sense of pride in contributing to essential services
POST 1: DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING OFFICER X2
REMUNERATION: R522 576 BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- National Diploma (Civil Eng.) (NQF6).3 years working engineering experience.
- Design of water and sewer systems.
- Knowledge of township development processes, evaluation of construction drawings and assessment of site development plans.
- Valid driver’s licence.
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.devenoff398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 2: MANAGER WATER LOSS
REMUNERATION: R1 194 144 TOTAL COST TO COMPANY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- BTech in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (NQF 7), with an accredited management qualification NQF 5
- 5 years’ experience in water operations of which 3 years must be at a managerial level
- Valid Driver’s License Code EB
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.manwatlo398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 3: SCIENTIFIC SERVICES STORES CONTROLLER
REMUNERATION: R275 640 BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- Grade 12(NQF 4)
- 2 Years of stores experience
- Knowledge of SAP and LIMS
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.sciesest398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 4: DEPOT MANAGER
REMUNERATION: R1 194 228 TOTAL COST TO COMPAY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- National Diploma in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (NQF 6)
- 5 years’ experience in water & sanitation operations of which 3 years must be at managerial level
- Valid Drivers’ License (Code EB)
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.demana398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 5: SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR
REMUNERATION: R199 920 BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- Grade 12 (NQF 4)
- Minimum 1-year experience in an office environment. Relevant switchboard and reception skills.
- Good command of written and spoken English
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.switopera398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 6: SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
REMUNERATION: R1 194 228 TOTAL COST TO COMPANY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- Bachelor of Science Degree NQF7 in Electrical Engineering OR Bachelor of Electrical Engineering
- Degree / Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering
- Registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Technologist.
- 10 years relevant electrical engineering experience of which minimum of:
- 5 years must be in the design of electrical engineering systems for pumpstations/reservoirs/wastewater treatment works / valve chambers/water metering and any other electrical components related to water and sanitation services.
- 5 years in managing a technical team of electrical or multiple-disciplinary engineers.
- Computer Literacy in design packages such as Techno CAD/AutoCAD/Civil Designer/Civil 3D.
- Valid code B driver’s license and own transport
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.senelecen398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 7: CONTRACTS TECHNICIAN
REMUNERATION: R522 576 BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- National Diploma Engineering
- 2 years’ experience in construction/contract management environment preferably in the water and sanitation field
- Valid driver’s license
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.contratec398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 8: ADMINISTRATION CLERK
REMUNERATION: R219 672 BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- National Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12)
- Diploma or Certificate (NQF Level 5 or 6) in Office Administration, Public/Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, or Records Management
- 3–5 years in office administration or management, with the ability to read/interpret water and sewer infrastructure information
- Strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in tasks like data entry, scheduling, and document management.
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.admikler398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 9: REMUNERATION AND COMPENSATION SPECIALIST
REMUNERATION: R450 276 BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- National Diploma in HR.
- 3 years’ experience in HR, Remuneration and Job evaluation/Grading.
- Experience in SAP HR and MS Office packages.
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.remucom398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 10: OPERATOR MECHANICAL
REMUNERATION: R246 060 BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- Trade Certificate (NQF 4) Diesel mechanic
- 2 years’ experience on petrol / diesel engines and yellow machines.
- Knowledge of Basic Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace.
- License Code C1 /10 and PrDP.
- Specific Occupational Medical Fitness.
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.opemech398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 11: ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
REMUNERATION: R1 066 236 TOTAL COST TO COMPANY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) in Electrical Engineering/ Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)
- Electrical Engineering Degree / Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electrical Engineering,
- Minimum 5 Years industrial MV and LV electrical including Control and Instrumentation
- experience related to the design and procurement of Pump stations/ WWTWs/ PRVs/ Water Metering/Telemetry.
- Computer literacy in the use of design packages such AutoCAD/Revit/Bently/Inventor
- Valid Driver’s license and own transport
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.eleceng398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 12: ARTISAN ELECTRICIAN
REMUNERATION: R344 196 BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- Grade 10 or N1 Electrical (NQF 2) + Electrical Trade Test Certificate.
- 3 years’ experience on motors and motor controllers such as Soft starters, Direct online and Star Delta starters. Basic experience on PLC’S and VSD’S. Experience on ultrasonic level controllers and actuators
- Code EB Valid Driver’s License
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.artelec398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
POST 13: SENIOR TECHNICIAN
REMUNERATION: R522 576 BASIC SALARY PER ANNUM
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential qualifications and experience
- Grade 12 (NQF 4)
- 5 years working experience in a metering/ plumbing environment of which at least 2 years in Project management, including field data audits and at least 1 year data management/ auditing experience.
- Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
- Experience in using GIS.
- Supervisory skills / accredited supervisory training and Knowledge of Supply Chain processes
- Driver’s licence (Code B)
Please forward your CV and qualifications to: jw.sentech398@jwater.co.za quoting the relevant reference number and job title in the line subject of your correspondence.
CLOSING DATE: 13 JUNE 2025
Whether you are an experienced technician, a graduate looking for a foot in the door, or a community-focused individual seeking stability and purpose, Joburg Water vacancies offer excellent opportunities to grow and contribute to public service. Keep checking their official channels regularly, as vacancies are updated frequently.
By joining Joburg Water, you’re not just getting a job—you’re becoming part of a team that delivers life-sustaining services every day
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