City of Harare Vacancies: 12 Positions in the Harare Water Department

**Disclaimer:**ApplyNow is an independent opportunities platform and is not affiliated with the hiring organisations unless otherwise stated. We do not charge application fees or guarantee recruitment outcomes. Applicants should verify all details, deadlines and application requirements through official sources before applying. # City of Harare Vacancies 2026: 12 Positions in the Water Department The City of Harare invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill vacant positions in the Installation and Maintenance Division of the Harare Water Department. ## Available Positions 1. Skilled Worker (4-2) - Fitter & Turner (4 Posts) 2. Foreman Fitter & Turner (2 Posts) 3. Skilled Worker (4-2) - Boiler Maker (2 Posts) 4. Skilled Worker (1) - Fitter & Turner (4 Posts) **Application Deadline: 6 November 2026** ## 1. Skilled Worker (4-2) - Fitter & Turner (4 Posts) - **External Advert Circular:** HW14/2026 - **Position:** Skilled Worker (4-2) Fitter & Turner - **Number of Positions:** 4 - **Grade:** 12/11/10 - **Location:** Mechanical Workshop - **Department:** Harare Water - **Reporting To:** Skilled Worker 1 Fitter & Turner - **Closing Date:** 6 November 2026 ### Job Objective Responsible for Installation, repair and maintenance, including fitting of all mechanical plant and machinery and machinery components including but not limited to pumps, valves, fans, blowers, compressors, mixers and gearboxes. ### Key Result Areas - Removal and installation of plant and equipment. - Disassembling and re-assembling plant and machinery brought to the workshop. - Basic plant and equipment servicing-lubrication, filter, oil and coolant changes. - Carry out field repairs, adjustments and maintenance of plants as required. - Basic component repair and manufacture. - Implementation of Safety and Health standards. ### Qualifications and Experience - Skilled Worker Class 4 Fitting and Turning Certificate (Grade 12). - Skilled Worker Class 3 Fitting and Turning Certificate (Grade 11). - Skilled Worker Class 2 Fitting and Turning Certificate (Grade 10). - At least three (3) years post qualification experience in the relevant field. - Demonstrate a thorough understanding of disassembling and reassembling procedures. - Demonstrate the know-how in identification, removing and fitting of bearings and seals. - Competent in machine/equipment installations, relocations and (re)alignment. - Conversant with shaping tools and shaping operations. - Conversant with safety and basic processes of gas and arc welding, cutting, brazing and soldering. - Conversant with measuring and marking off allowances, tolerances and fits for machining purposes. - Be able to understand technical language. - Experience in Local Authority will be an added advantage. - Driver’s license an added advantage. ### Key Competences - Ability to work under pressure. - Team player. - Good hand-eye coordination and practical abilities. ## 2. Foreman Fitter & Turner (2 Posts) - **External Advert Circular:** HW15/2026 - **Position:** Foreman Fitter & Turner - **Number of Positions:** 2 - **Grade:** 8 - **Location:** Mechanical Workshop - **Department:** Harare Water - **Reporting To:** Workshop Superintendent - **Closing Date:** 6 November 2026 ### Job Objective Responsible for removal, disassembly, machining, repair, fitting, reassembly and (re)installation of all mechanical plant and machinery including but not limited to pumps, boreholes, valves, gearboxes, elevators, blowers, vacuum pumps (truck mounted), fans, aerators, stirrers and mixers including all workshop and field maintenance services to ensure optimum plant availability. ### Key Result Areas - Supervision of installation, repairs and maintenance of plant and machinery. - Inspection, diagnosis and correction of failed and malfunctioning plant and machinery. - Supervises manufacturing of spares and components. - Reading and interpreting mechanical drawing to subordinates. - Implementation of Safety and Health standards protocols. - Completion of daily/weekly/monthly reports. ### Qualifications and Experience - Skilled Worker Class (1) Fitter and Turning Certificate. - National Craft Certificate in Fitting and Machine Shop Engineering. - Diploma in Fitting and Machine Shop Engineering (AMUST). - 5 O’ LEVELS. - Computer Literacy. - Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings. - Clean Class 4 Drivers License (A MUST). - At least Five (5) years post qualification experience in the relevant field. - Experience with use of various couplings, selection, usage, advantages and disadvantages. - Familiarity with Occupational Health & Safety Act and Environmental Management Act. - Basic understanding of motor control and electrical principles. ### Key Competences - Ability to work under pressure. - Team player. - Leadership skills. ## 3. Skilled Worker (4-2) - Boiler Maker (2 Posts) - **External Advert Circular:** HW16/2026 - **Position:** Skilled Worker (4-2) - Boiler Maker - **Number of Positions:** 2 - **Grade:** 12/11/10 - **Location:** Mechanical Workshop - **Department:** Harare Water - **Reporting To:** Skilled Worker 1 Boiler Maker - **Closing Date:** 6 November 2026 ### Job Objective Responsible for welding repairs and maintenance of all mechanical plant and machinery including pump casings, pipes and steel bases. ### Key Result Areas - Carry out new and modifies existing structural and welding installations. - Carry out minor welding and fabrications. - Carry out preventive and corrective soldering, brazing and welding repairs of plant pipes, machinery and equipment. - Installation of plants and equipment as and when required. - Fabrication of burglar bars, screens, structures, steel pipes and equipment. - Implementation of Health and Safety Standards. ### Qualifications and Experience - Skilled Worker Class 4 Boiler Making or Welder Certificate (Grade 12). - Skilled Worker Class 3 Boiler Making or Welder Certificate (Grade 11). - Skilled Worker Class 2 Boiler Making or Welder Certificate (Grade 10). - At least three (3) years post qualification experience in a mechanical field. - Demonstrate understanding principles of workshop safety. - Demonstrate knowledge on identification and uses of workshop tools and equipment. - Show knowledge on uses and care of measuring instruments and equipment. - Be able to dismount and mount mechanical components for repairs. - Be able to read and interpret mechanical drawings and circuit schematic diagrams. - Competent in dis-assembly and re-assembly of metal fabrications to drawings and specifications. - Be highly competent in the use and handling of an angle grinder. ### Key Competences - Ability to work under pressure. - Team player. - Good hand-eye coordination and practical abilities. - Excellent welding skills. ## 4. Skilled Worker (1) - Fitter & Turner (4 Posts) - **External Advert Circular:** HW17/2026 - **Position:** Skilled Worker (1) - Fitter & Turner - **Number of Positions:** 4 - **Grade:** 9 - **Location:** Mechanical Workshop - **Department:** Harare Water - **Reporting To:** Foreman Fitter & Turner - **Closing Date:** 6 November 2026 ### Job Objective Responsible for the Installation, repair and maintenance of all mechanical plant and machinery including but not limited to pumps, boreholes, valves, gearboxes, vacuum pump (truck mounted), fans and blowers, compression, chlorinators and ensuring optimum mean time between failures. ### Key Result Areas - Removal and installation of plant and equipment. - Disassembling and re-assembling plant and machinery brought to the workshop. - Repairing of plant equipment and machinery. - Performance management and subordinate supervision. - Ensure work is performed safely and in compliance with applicable health and safety requirements. ### Qualifications and Experience - Skilled Worker Class 1 Fitting and Turning Certificate. - National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be an added advantage. - At least three (3) years post qualification experience in a mechanical field. - Must be able to operate Lathe and Milling Machine. - Must be able to read and interpret mechanical drawings. - Apprentice trained is an added advantage. - Must have thorough knowledge on pump operation and trouble shooting. - Conversant with mechanical drawings and hydraulic circuit diagrams. - Must be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of coupling and power transmission system. - Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics is an added advantage. - Clean Class (4) Drivers license is an added advantage. ### Key Competences - Ability to work under pressure. - Team player. - Leadership skills. - Ability to comprehend mechanical diagrams. ## Compensation and Benefits A competitive salary commensurate with the post and other benefits will be disclosed to successful candidates. ## How to Apply Written application letter together with a detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of both educational and professional qualifications should be submitted to: **Human Capital Director** Rowan Martin Building P.O. Box 1680 Harare Alternatively, hand deliver applications to: **Records Office - Basement** Rowan Martin Building Harare **Closing Date: 6 November 2026** **NB:** City of Harare is an equal opportunities employer; all applicants are encouraged to apply. **NOTE:** Only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. Canvassing will disqualify applicants.