Closing Date: 2025/01/23
Reference Number: RAN250109-4
Job Title: Barrage Cleaner
Portfolio Bulk Water Services – Operations
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Gauteng
Location – Town / City Johannesburg south
Location – Site Central Depot / Bulk Distribution
A barrage is a type of water control structure, often found in rivers and reservoirs, designed to regulate the flow of water for various purposes, such as irrigation, power generation, and flood control. Maintaining these structures is crucial for ensuring their proper functioning, and one key role in this maintenance is that of a Barrage Cleaner. This position is vital for the upkeep of waterways, ensuring that the barrages remain free from obstructions and operate efficiently.
What is a Barrage Cleaner?
A Barrage Cleaner is responsible for the cleaning, maintenance, and inspection of barrages and associated waterways. This role ensures that all debris, sediment, and other obstructions are cleared from the barrage gates, channels, and surrounding infrastructure. Barrage Cleaners work to maintain the functionality of the barrage and ensure that water flow is not impeded by blockages, which could potentially cause damage to the structure or disrupt water distribution.
Job Advert Summary
Rand Water is looking for a Candidate who will be responsible for cleaning of risk control offices and Protective Service offices.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12.
1 year clearning experience.
Basic literacy and communication skills are required.
General cleaning and ad hoc tasks.
Customer care.
Primary Duties
Requests cleaning material from PSS.
Develop and maintain stock inventory
Keep record of cleaning materials issued to Private Security
Responsible for cleaning Protective Services Offices, Guardhouses, OPS room, windows and walls.
Cleaning of boat house and the boat.
Cleaning of TV room and ablutions.
Cleaning of conference room and assist with the setup for meetings.
Cleaning ablutions fill liquid hand soap, put paper towels and toilet rolls when needed.
Knowledge
Cleaning materials
Skills
Good communication skills.
basic literacy.
Attitude
Customer Service orientation.
Attention to details.
The Importance of a Barrage Cleaner
The role of a Barrage Cleaner is not just about tidying up the waterway; it is critical for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of water control structures. Barrages are vital for controlling water flow, which affects agricultural irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, flood management, and drinking water supply. Any disruption in their operation can lead to severe consequences, including flooding, loss of crops, or power outages.
Barrage Cleaners ensure that these systems operate smoothly by keeping water passages clear and identifying potential problems early. Their work helps prevent costly repairs, maintains efficient water distribution, and supports environmental protection efforts.
