Water Control Aid - Lindleyspoort Dam

About the role

The Department of Water and Sanitation is hiring a Water Control Aid for Lindleyspoort Dam in Gauteng, South Africa. This is a full-time position focused on the day-to-day operation and upkeep of the dam's water control structures.

Key responsibilities

• Open and close sluices according to scheme regulations and handle the water distribution sheet accordingly.
• Perform minor maintenance on structures, fencing and sluices, and assist with opening blocked pipes and canals.
• Remove algae and water grass from canals regularly.
• Carry out daily inspections of the section and report holes in embankments, irregularities in canals, cracks in measuring structures and stagnant water on embankments to the Water Control Officer.
• Paint sluices and long weir sluices, ensure sluice numbers are clearly marked, and keep canal grids, gauge plates, measuring boxes, post boxes and structures clean.
• Repair minor washouts and equipment when necessary, and keep equipment safe and the storeroom locked.

Required profile

• NQF level 2 qualification; a Senior / Grade 12 certificate, Adult Education Training (AET) or higher is an added advantage.