📍 City of Ekurhuleni – Water & Sanitation Department
📅 Closing Date: 2026-06-08
💼 Employment Type: Permanent
💰 Salary: R273,288 – R374,820 per annum (plus benefits)
The City of Ekurhuleni Water & Sanitation Department is seeking a skilled, responsible, and safety-conscious Driver Operator to join its essential service team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring clean, safe, and reliable water and sanitation services across communities in the region.
If you are experienced in operating heavy-duty vehicles and equipment and are committed to public service, this opportunity is for you.
🌟 ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Driver Operator, you will be responsible for operating water tankers, Hi-up trucks, TLBs, and related machinery used in water and sanitation operations. Your work ensures that communities receive essential services efficiently, safely, and on time.
This role is hands-on, field-based, and requires both technical driving ability and basic operational maintenance awareness.
You will also contribute to maintaining hygiene standards, supporting infrastructure operations, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
🎯 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 10 or equivalent qualification
- Valid Code 14 (EC) driver’s licence with valid PrDP
- Applicable operator training or certification (TLB/Hi-up truck/water tanker equipment)
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar operational or municipal environment
- Physically fit and able to perform manual and outdoor work
- Willingness to work in varying weather conditions and operational sites
Preference will be given to candidates with municipal or water services experience.
⚙️ CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will be expected to:
🚛 Vehicle & Equipment Operation
- Safely operate heavy and light-duty municipal vehicles including water tankers, Hi-up trucks, and TLB equipment
- Transport tools, equipment, and materials to and from designated sites
- Ensure safe handling of machinery in compliance with operational standards
💧 Water & Sanitation Services
- Assist in maintaining vacuum and chemical toilets in designated service areas
- Support renewal and maintenance of related utility services
- Ensure efficient delivery of water-related services in communities
📋 Reporting & Administration
- Record and report daily water usage and operational activities
- Complete logbooks accurately and submit reports as required
- Report faults, incidents, or irregularities promptly
🔧 Maintenance & Safety Compliance
- Conduct basic checks to ensure vehicles and equipment are in good working condition
- Report mechanical issues and ensure timely repairs
- Adhere strictly to safety procedures and operational guidelines
🛡️ Governance & Compliance
- Follow Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and municipal bylaws
- Comply with internal policies, SOPs, and environmental regulations
- Help reduce waste and ensure responsible use of municipal resources
⚠️ Problem Solving & Communication
- Identify and resolve operational issues within scope of responsibility
- Escalate complex problems to supervisors or technical teams
- Maintain clear communication with teams and stakeholders
🧠 SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong driving and equipment operation skills
- High level of responsibility and discipline
- Good communication and reporting skills
- Ability to work under pressure and in teams
- Attention to safety and detail
- Problem-solving ability in field conditions
- Reliability and time management
💡 WHY JOIN THIS ROLE?
This position offers:
- Stable permanent employment
- Competitive municipal salary package
- Opportunity to contribute to essential public services
- Hands-on technical experience in water and sanitation operations
- Exposure to municipal infrastructure systems
- A chance to serve communities directly and meaningfully
📌 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Candidates may be required to submit proof of qualifications and NQF levels
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- If no response is received within 6 weeks after closing date, consider your application unsuccessful
- The employer reserves the right to appoint or not appoint
- Employment Equity principles apply
📞 ENQUIRIES
Tel: 0860 54 3000
📢 FINAL NOTE
This is a critical operational role within municipal services. The successful candidate will be expected to uphold professionalism, safety standards, and commitment to service delivery at all times.
If you are experienced, reliable, and ready to contribute to essential community infrastructure, this opportunity is for you.
https://rems.ekurhuleni.gov.za/eRecruitment/job/d0lzY3BOaWJOWEhHTWI3eGl5YnBaQT09
