The South African Weather Service (SAWS) invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of General Worker. This role is essential in supporting daily operations through assistance to artisans and performing basic maintenance tasks within office facilities and remote observation sites. The successful candidate will contribute to ensuring that meteorological infrastructure and facilities are maintained to a high standard.
The position requires performing a range of duties including installation and inspection of observation sites, maintenance of terrain and structures, cleaning of office facilities, monitoring of assets, fleet-related support, and stock control. Participation in training, mentoring initiatives, and outreach activities such as exhibitions and school visits will also form part of the responsibilities. Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements is a key expectation in this role.
POST 1
Position: General Worker
Reference: WS03/022026
Salary: R116 259.00 – R156 204.00 per annum (Total Package)
Location: Bethlehem Weather Office
Closing Date: 13 February 2026
POST 2
Position: General Worker
Reference: WS02/022026
Salary: R116 259.00 – R156 204.00 per annum (Total Package)
Location: Nelspruit Regional Office
Closing Date: 13 February 2026
Applicants must possess a Matric or Grade 12 qualification (NQF Level 2) and a valid driver’s licence, while welding or general handyman training will be considered an added advantage. Interested candidates must register and apply online by submitting a comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications before the closing date. Preference will be given in line with Employment Equity targets, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
GENERAL WORKER VACANCY
Paterson Grade: B1
Annual Salary Total Package: R116 259.00 – R156 204.00
Reference: WS03/022026
Location: Bethlehem Weather Office
Job Summary
The General Worker will be responsible for assisting artisans and performing basic maintenance tasks within the office and at observation sites.
Key Performance Areas
- Assist with the installation and inspection of remote observation sites.
- Repair structures housing meteorological instruments, including masts, stands, and stays.
- Perform terrain maintenance such as weeding, mowing grass, and removing litter and waste.
- Clean indoor weather office facilities, including restrooms, where required.
- Carry out rudimentary building maintenance tasks.
- Review applicable Total Quality Management (TQM) processes.
- Monitor and report on the use of assets and key infrastructure (Asset Verification).
- Assist with fleet management.
- Control and monitor stock levels required for maintenance activities.
- Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
- Attend training activities as instructed.
- Share knowledge and skills with stakeholders to promote a learning organization culture.
- Participate in mentoring initiatives and skills development opportunities.
- Support staff during exhibitions, presentations, corporate events, workshops, conventions, and expos.
- Assist with school visits and outreach activities.
Requirements
- Matric / Grade 12 / NQF Level 2 qualification.
- Valid Driver’s Licence.
- Welding and general handyman courses will be an added advantage.
GENERAL WORKER VACANCY
Paterson Grade: B1
Annual Salary Total Package: R116 259.00 – R156 204.00
Reference: WS02/022026
Location: Nelspruit Regional Office
Job Summary
The General Worker will be responsible for assisting artisans and performing basic maintenance tasks within the office and at observation sites.
Key Performance Areas
- Assist with the installation and inspection of remote observation sites.
- Repair structures housing meteorological instruments such as masts, stands, and stays.
- Perform terrain maintenance including weeding, mowing grass, and removal of litter and waste.
- Clean indoor weather office facilities, including restrooms, where required.
- Perform rudimentary maintenance of buildings.
- Review applicable Total Quality Management (TQM) processes.
- Monitor and report on the use of assets and key infrastructure (Asset Verification).
- Assist with fleet management.
- Control stock levels required for maintenance activities.
- Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
- Attend training activities as instructed.
- Share knowledge and skills with stakeholders to promote SAWS as a learning organization.
- Participate in mentoring initiatives and skills development opportunities.
- Support staff during exhibitions, presentations, corporate events, workshops, conventions, and expos.
- Assist with school visits and outreach activities.
Requirements
- Matric / Grade 12 / NQF Level 2 qualification.
- Valid Driver’s Licence.
- Welding and general handyman courses will be an added advantage.
Closing Date: 13 February 2026
How to Apply
Interested and suitably qualified candidates must register as users on the SAWS website and submit applications online. A comprehensive CV together with certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents must be uploaded through the official vacancies portal.
Applications must be submitted via the following link: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancies. Only applications submitted through the official website will be considered, and late or incomplete applications will not be accepted
Employment Equity
Preference will be given to people living with disabilities in line with Employment Equity targets. This is an EE position, and preference will be given to Coloured and Indian candidates (Male & Female) in line with SAWS EE requirements.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If no response is received within three months after the closing date, consider the application unsuccessful. SAWS is an equal opportunity employer.