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Department of Water and Sanitation Vacancies 2026: Pongola-Umzimkhulu Catchment Management Agency Jobs

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) invites applications for multiple positions within the Pongola-Umzimkhulu Catchment Management Agency (PUCMA) for 2026. These opportunities are located in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, and cover disciplines including engineering, environmental management, finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology, and administrative support.

Closing Date: 20 February 2026
All applications must be submitted online via DWS eRecruitment Portal.

About PUCMA
PUCMA is a statutory entity established under the National Water Act, 1998, tasked with managing water resources within the Pongola-Umzimkhulu Water Management Area. The agency ensures sustainable water use, equity, and environmental integrity.

Available Positions

Engineering & Technical

  • Chief Engineer (Grade A) – Water Resource Planning & Management

  • Engineer Production (Grade A–C) – Dam Safety & Compliance

  • Engineering Technician (Grade A–C)

  • Control Engineering Technician

Environmental & Water Management

  • Control Environmental Officer (Compliance Monitoring & Enforcement)

  • Control Environmental Officer (Water Use Authorisation)

  • Environmental Officer: Specialised Production

Finance, Supply Chain & Revenue Management

  • Assistant Director: Revenue Management

  • Assistant Director: Supply Chain Management

  • Senior State Accountant (2 Posts)

  • Senior Provisioning Administration Officer (SCM)

  • Finance Clerk (2 Posts)

  • Senior Provisioning Administration Clerk (2 Posts)

Human Resources

  • Assistant Director: Human Resources

  • Human Resource Practitioner

  • Human Resource Clerk (2 Posts)

Information Technology

  • Information Technology Technician

Administrative & Support

  • Personal Assistant – Office of the Chief Executive

  • Personal Assistant – Office of the Chief Financial Officer

Salary Packages
Salaries range from approximately R228,321 to over R1.4 million per annum, depending on level and experience. Many positions are offered under OSD packages.

Application Guidelines

  • Apply only via DWS eRecruitment Portal

  • No hand-delivered, emailed, or faxed applications

  • Supporting documents required only if shortlisted

  • Employment Equity principles apply; women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Benefits of Working with DWS/PUCMA

  • Contribute to national water security and environmental sustainability

  • Competitive government salaries and benefits

  • Career growth within a public sector water management institution

Apply by 20 February 2026 to secure consideration for these positions.

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