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Requirements

An NQF level 2 or equivalent qualification.

The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license will serve as an added advantage. A higher qualification will serve as an added advantage.

Good verbal, writing and reading skills.

Basic knowledge in controlling and managing the water distribution for all Government water works.

Basic understanding in occupational Health and safety.

Basic knowledge of flood control.

Basic understanding of record keeping.

Duties

Opening and closing of sluices according to scheme regulations.

Handling the water distribution sheet according to scheme regulations.

Perform minor maintenance on structures, fencing and sluices.

Assist with opening of blocked pipes and canals.

Remove of algae and water grass in canals regularly.

Conduct daily inspections on section.

Report holes on embankments and any irregularly on canals to Water Control Officer.

Look for cracks in measuring structures and report defects.

Stagnant water on the embankments must be reported.

Painting of sluices and long weir sluices.

Ensure that sluice numbers are clearly marked.

Keep canal grids clean.

Keep gauge plates clean.

Keep structures clean and their surroundings.

Keep inlet hole to measuring box always open.

Clean and lock always the post boxes.

Repair minor wash outs.

Repair equipment when necessary.

Keep equipment’s safe and lock the storeroom always.

How to apply

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Notes

Preference will be given to candidates from the Geographical Area