The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Human Resource Clerk (Production) at its Groblersdal Area Office in Limpopo. This is a public-sector administrative opportunity suited to applicants who have a Grade 12 qualification and an interest in human resources administration.
The successful candidate will provide essential clerical and administrative support within the Human Resources environment. The role involves assisting with employee-related processes, maintaining personnel records, responding to HR enquiries and capturing relevant transactions on the PERSAL system.
This position may be suitable for individuals who are organised, reliable, comfortable working with administrative systems and able to communicate professionally with employees and other stakeholders.
Position Details
Employer: Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS)
Position: Human Resource Clerk (Production)
Reference Number: 280926/09
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Northern Operations
Directorate: Operations Northern
Work Location: Groblersdal Area Office, Limpopo
Post Level: 4
Salary: R237,453 per annum
Closing Date: 28 September 2026 at 4:30 PM
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have a Senior Certificate or Grade 12 qualification to be considered for the position.
Candidates should also have an understanding of administrative systems and applications used for handling information. Knowledge of the PERSAL system, databases and spreadsheet applications is required.
Knowledge of the legislation, regulations and administrative requirements governing the South African Public Service would be beneficial. This includes familiarity with the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and other relevant human resource prescripts.
The department is also looking for candidates with good written and verbal communication abilities. Because the position involves dealing with HR-related enquiries and supporting employees and stakeholders, the ability to communicate information clearly and professionally is important.
Applicants should further be able to work effectively under pressure and manage their responsibilities in an organised manner.
Key Responsibilities
The appointed Human Resource Clerk will assist with a range of personnel administration functions within the department.
A major part of the position involves providing human resource clerical services and supporting the day-to-day administration of employee-related matters.
The successful candidate will assist with administrative activities connected to recruitment and selection, appointments, probation and termination of service. This requires accurate handling of documentation and information throughout different stages of an employee’s service.
The role will also involve assisting with conditions of service. These may include the administration of leave, housing-related matters, medical aid, allowances and other applicable employee benefits.
Another important responsibility will be responding to HR-related enquiries. The employee will deal with questions from internal and external stakeholders and provide appropriate administrative assistance.
The position also includes HR registry responsibilities, requiring personnel information and records to be maintained properly. Personnel files will need to be kept up to date in both electronic and physical formats.
The successful candidate will also be expected to capture and update transactions on the PERSAL system. Accuracy is particularly important when working with employee information and personnel transactions.
General administrative duties will form part of the position as well. These responsibilities may include preparing routine correspondence, submissions and reports and providing administrative assistance to the relevant HR functions.
The employee will also be expected to support the effective implementation of departmental HR policies, procedures, regulations, resolutions and guidelines. This means candidates should be willing to work according to established government processes and administrative requirements.
Skills and Attributes
Applicants should demonstrate strong administrative skills and attention to detail. The position requires someone who can work with confidential personnel information, maintain accurate records and complete routine administrative tasks efficiently.
Good communication skills are essential because the successful candidate will interact with employees and other stakeholders regarding HR administration matters.
The ability to remain productive when dealing with deadlines, multiple responsibilities and work pressure will also be important.
Knowledge of PERSAL, databases and spreadsheet applications can give applicants an advantage in performing the technical and administrative aspects of the position.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is particularly relevant to Grade 12/Senior Certificate holders who are interested in building or continuing a career in human resources administration within the public sector.
Applicants who understand HR administrative processes, have knowledge of public-service regulations and are familiar with PERSAL and office-based computer applications may be well suited to the role.
Before submitting an application, candidates should carefully review the official vacancy information and ensure that they meet the stated requirements.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the Department of Water and Sanitation’s official recruitment process before the deadline.
Reference: 280926/09
Position: Human Resource Clerk (Production)
Closing Date: 28 September 2026 at 4:30 PM
For enquiries relating to the vacancy, applicants can contact Ms L Tsebe on (013) 262 6812.
Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications well before the closing time to avoid missing the deadline.
Important: This article is an original summary of the vacancy information supplied for this job opportunity. Applicants should always refer to the official Department of Water and Sanitation vacancy information for the complete application requirements and instructions.
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