Saldanha Bay Municipality has announced three vacancies for General Assistant: Water and Sanitation within the Bulk Water Department, under the Directorate of Infrastructure and Planning Services. The municipality is seeking suitably qualified and experienced candidates who can assist with water and sanitation operations and provide efficient services to the public.
The vacancy may be suitable for candidates with a Grade 9 qualification and between 6 months and 1 year of relevant water and sanitation experience. Applicants must also be physically fit, able to read and write, and willing to work according to the operational requirements of the municipality.
A key point for applicants is that only hand-delivered applications will be accepted. Applications submitted by email or fax will not be accepted.
General Assistant: Water and Sanitation Vacancy Details
- Position: General Assistant: Water and Sanitation
- Directorate: Infrastructure and Planning Services
- Department: Bulk Water
- Number of vacancies: 3
- Employment level: T5
- Basic salary: R159,666.47 – R206,239.91 per annum
- Estimated CTC: R296,825.60 per annum
- Location: Vredenburg, Western Cape
- Application method: Hand delivery only
- Closing date: 9 October 2026
- Closing time: 12:00
General Assistant: Water and Sanitation Requirements
Candidates interested in applying should carefully review the minimum requirements before preparing an application.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 9 qualification.
- 6 months to 1 year of relevant experience in water and sanitation.
- Must be able to read and write.
- Must be physically fit.
- Must be able to lift heavy equipment.
- Must be willing to work long hours when required.
- Must be willing to work after hours.
- Must be willing to perform standby duties.
- Must be willing to work on public holidays.
- Good communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
Preferred Requirements
Saldanha Bay Municipality lists the following as preferred requirements:
- Grade 9 qualification.
- 6 months to 1 year of relevant water and sanitation experience.
Candidates should ensure that the information contained in the CV accurately reflects their qualifications and relevant experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
The General Assistant: Water and Sanitation will perform practical operational duties within the Bulk Water Department. The work involves supporting water and sanitation services and assisting senior employees with daily activities.
Key duties include:
- Connecting pipes to tankers and septic tanks.
- Closing valves on sewer tankers.
- Starting pumps on sewer tankers.
- Opening sewer manholes.
- Opening septic tank covers.
- Assisting with the disposal of wastewater at wastewater treatment plants.
- Assisting the immediate superior, including the driver, where possible.
- Providing a clean and efficient service to members of the public.
- Assisting with general water and sanitation operational activities.
- Following instructions provided by the immediate supervisor.
- Using equipment responsibly and according to workplace procedures.
- Following workplace safety requirements when performing assigned tasks.
- Supporting the effective operation of municipal water and sanitation services.
The position involves practical and physically demanding work. Applicants should therefore understand the nature of the duties before submitting an application.
Competencies Required
Candidates should have competencies that support effective performance in a municipal operational environment.
The municipality identifies the following competencies:
- Managing Work
- Workplace Safety
- Task Accountability
- Quality Orientation
Managing work requires the ability to organise and complete assigned duties according to instructions and operational requirements.
Workplace safety is particularly important because the position involves sewer infrastructure, wastewater, tankers, septic tanks, pumps, valves and other equipment.
Task accountability involves taking responsibility for assigned duties and ensuring that tasks are completed properly.
Quality orientation involves maintaining an acceptable standard of service while carrying out daily responsibilities.
Salary and Employment Conditions
The position is classified at T5.
The advertised basic salary is:
R159,666.47 – R206,239.91 per annum
The estimated total cost to company is:
R296,825.60 per annum
In terms of the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations, Regulation 13, all appointments will be subject to a six-month probation period.
Successful applicants will also be required to undergo the relevant employment screening and assessment processes.
Documents Required
Candidates must ensure that all required documentation is included with the application.
The following documents are required:
- Completed Saldanha Bay Municipality application form.
- Comprehensive CV.
- Certified copy of ID.
- Certified copy of driver’s licence, where applicable.
- Certified copies of educational qualifications.
The application form can be obtained from the Saldanha Bay Municipality website at www.sbm.gov.za.
The application form must clearly indicate the name of the position being applied for.
Applicants should carefully check that all required documents have been included before delivering the application. Applications without the required documentation will not be considered.
Applicants are also advised not to submit original documents. The municipality states that original documents attached to applications will not be safely kept or returned.
How to Apply
Applications for this vacancy must be hand delivered.
The municipality has specifically stated that email and fax applications will not be accepted.
Applications must be delivered to the following address:
Human Resources Department
21C Beansa Building
Main Road
Vredenburg
7380
Western Cape
Candidates should ensure that the application is delivered before the closing deadline.
The closing date is:
9 October 2026 at 12:00
Applicants should allow sufficient time for physical delivery, particularly because late applications will not be considered.
Important Application Instructions
Candidates should take note of the following instructions before submitting an application:
- Only hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
- Email applications will not be accepted.
- Fax applications will not be accepted.
- The position applied for must be clearly indicated on the application form.
- Applications must be delivered before or on the closing date.
- Applications must be submitted before 12:00 on 9 October 2026.
- No late applications will be considered.
- A completed application form must be included.
- A comprehensive CV must accompany the application.
- Required certified supporting documents must be included.
- Applications that do not meet the stated requirements may not be considered.
Candidates should retain copies of their submitted documents for personal records.
Employment Equity
Saldanha Bay Municipality states that employment equity is an important consideration in its recruitment process.
Applications are welcomed from competent individuals, including people living with disabilities.
Candidates are encouraged to indicate their race, gender and disability status on the application where required.
Providing this information assists with the implementation of employment equity requirements.
Personal Information and Screening
Saldanha Bay Municipality complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).
By submitting an application, candidates consent to the use of personal information supplied as part of the recruitment, vetting and screening process.
Successful candidates will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks and assessments.
These may include:
- Medical assessment.
- Criminal record checks.
- Reference checks.
- Verification of information supplied during the recruitment process.
Candidates should ensure that all information provided in the application and CV is accurate and can be verified where required.
Communication with Applicants
Further communication regarding the recruitment process will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
Candidates who have not received a response within three months of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
The Council reserves the right to make an appointment.
Technical Enquiries
Candidates requiring technical information about the position can contact:
Mr C. Leukes
Telephone: 022 701 7163
Applicants should use the official contact details for vacancy-related technical enquiries.
Who Can Apply?
The vacancy is aimed at candidates who meet the stated minimum requirements and are interested in practical water and sanitation work within a municipal environment.
The position may be suitable for candidates who have:
- At least a Grade 9 qualification.
- Relevant water and sanitation experience.
- The ability to read and write.
- Physical ability to perform manual duties.
- The ability to follow instructions.
- A willingness to work extended hours and standby shifts.
- The ability to work safely around water and sanitation infrastructure.
- Good communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
Applicants should be prepared for a hands-on working environment involving sewer tankers, septic tanks, wastewater facilities, pumps, valves, pipes and related infrastructure.
Closing Date and Application Address
The closing date for the General Assistant: Water and Sanitation x3 vacancies is 9 October 2026 at 12:00.
Applications must be hand delivered to:
Human Resources Department
21C Beansa Building
Main Road
Vredenburg, 7380
Western Cape
Email and fax applications will not be accepted.
Candidates interested in these vacancies should complete the official application form, prepare a comprehensive CV, attach the required certified documents and ensure that the application is physically delivered before the deadline.
Applicants are advised to carefully check the official vacancy information and application form before submitting their documents.