Letšeng Diamonds
Potable Water and Wastewater Supervisor (Paterson CU Band)
Letšeng Diamonds seeks to engage a Mosotho professional with the appropriate skills and aptitude to fill the position of Potable Water and Wastewater Supervisor.
Employer: Letšeng Diamonds
Position: Potable Water and Wastewater Supervisor
Paterson Grade: CU Band
Closing Date: 8 November 2026
Application Website: www.pnet.co.za
Purpose of the Position
To supervise potable water and wastewater operations to ensure compliance with national and international organisational standards and monitor water reticulation systems at Letšeng Mine.
Main Outputs and Responsibilities
- Ensure that staff complete risk assessments before starting any job or task.
- Ensure the correct use of PPE and tools for their intended purposes to promote safety.
- Ensure work is carried out neatly and safely, adhering to HSE and sound housekeeping principles and practices.
- Participate in HSE initiatives as required.
- Ensure inspections of treatment plants are carried out effectively.
- Plan and allocate tasks, and check and monitor work assigned to operators and artisans.
- Ensure water treatment operating procedures are followed and take corrective action where necessary.
- Ensure adherence to standard practices when using chemicals and consumables, while taking safety and cost into consideration.
- Ensure adherence to all operating procedures regulating water levels at potable water treatment plants, sewage plants and associated reservoirs.
- Manage the operations and use of mobile toilets for the collection and safe disposal of sewage.
- Supervise the supply of potable water to the identified community.
- Coordinate regular maintenance and ensure repairs and replacement of equipment are completed timeously.
- Implement corrective measures as suggested by the on-site laboratory to ensure consistent water quality.
- Ensure the integrity of water and sewerage reticulation networks and ensure timely repairs when they are broken.
- Ensure wastewater is disposed of in accordance with standards.
- Keep and maintain all records related to the costs of maintaining and operating the plants.
- Ensure continuous improvement of potable water and wastewater treatment processes and quality.
- Present and report on the performance of the plants.
Qualifications and Experience Required
- A minimum Diploma in Water Engineering, Environmental Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
- A degree in Water Engineering, Environmental Engineering or Chemical Engineering will be an added advantage.
- 3–5 years of experience in potable water and sewerage treatment operations.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supervisory position.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Knowledge and understanding of water treatment and quality, technologies and legislation.
- Ability to analyse situations and arrive at the best possible solution.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of the work methods and techniques applied in the execution of outputs.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications and CVs through the PNet website:
Closing Date: 8 November 2026
Disclaimer: Only applicants who apply through www.pnet.co.za will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.