Boiler Operator (Laundry Dunswart)

About the role

The Department of Infrastructure Development (Gauteng) is hiring a Boiler Operator in Maintenance, based in Laundry Dunswart. This is a permanent post, paying R201,093 a year. How to apply: To apply for the below position, please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za Reference number to quote: REFS/056903 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Request chemicals from stores as required.
• Test quality of water of softeners as well as the returning flows of condensate water.
• Fill chemicals tank with required chemicals as prescribed.
• Top up salt in brine tank.
• Check working conditions of chemical pumps.
• Test total dissolve solids (TDS) and blow-down according to prescripts.
• Monitor the stream pressure constantly Check correct temperature of hot well tanks.
• Adjust the stoker for efficient steam delivery.
• Report all defects immediately.
• Check the feed water pump-levels and hot well tanks for sufficient water supply to the boiler.
• Ensure that standby boilers and funnel is full of water and chemicals at all times.
• Control the flow of fuel.
• Ensure that the boiler environment is well maintained.
• Ensure proper usage of protective clothing.
• Ensure that the boiler environment is clean and safe.
• Ensure that the brine tank and water filter are cleaned as prescribed.
• Ensure the removal of ash from boilers, gritt arrester and smoke box.
• Log all recordings as per the assessment in the logbook.
• Perform supervisory functions.
• Receive and signoff on the delivery of coal.
• Provide shift reports.
• Maintenance of shift/overtime register.
• Perform related adhoc duties.

Requirements

• Grade 10 and an equivalent recognized National Steam Certificate.
• At least 1-year appropriate hands-on experience gained in boiler operating.
• Competencies:
• Basic knowledge of norms and standards on low pressure
• Knowledge of Maintenance Works Norms and Standards
• Knowledge of maintenance tools
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Skills:
• Interpersonal relations
• Ability to utilise Public Works maintenance tools
• Planning and organising
• Staff supervision
• Communication (written & verbal)
• Attributes:
• People centred
• Professionalism
• Collective responsibility
• Transformation
• Batho Pele Principles
• Attention to detail
• Honesty and integrity
• Strong ethics