Nuclear Technology Specialist

Overview

Provide strategic nuclear technology advice, mentor officials and conduct technical assessments at the Department of Electricity and Energy Head Office in Pretoria, requiring a relevant MSc or MEng and 10 years' nuclear industry experience.

Requirements

• An appropriate Master of Science or Master of Engineering specializing in Nuclear Power NQF level 9 recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA), plus the pre-entry certificate for SMS (Nyukela).
• Plus 10 years’ experience in nuclear industry, particularly nuclear technology.
• Knowledge of: Nuclear Technology, Nuclear policy legislation, nuclear energy in general, Government processes Skills: Communication Skills at junior management level, should be able to organize and control meetings, workshops, good writing and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate at all levels, Financial Management, Presentation Skills and Computer literacy.
• Thinking Demand: Analytical thinking and information evaluation.

Duties

Provide advice on the following: Strategic issues pertaining to all matters related to technology and related programmes, Mentor DEE officials in all matters related to nuclear technology and related programmes, Conduct technical assessments/investigations in nuclear technology.

How to apply

Email to Vacancies1@dee.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr Katse Maphoto at 072 832 1145

Notes

Females from all races, Indians, Coloured and White are encouraged to apply. Applicants are informed to submit their application(s) by completing the 2021 version of the Z83 form quoting the relevant reference number and a comprehensive CV only. The CV must indicate qualifications, experience “if any” and the period thereof. The 2021 version of the Z83 form is obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za or www.gov.za/documents. It is important to ensure that the Z83 is completed in full. This means that all fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. It is acceptable under section E, F, G, for applicants to indicate “refer to CV or see attached” due to the limited space provided on the Z83 form. However, the question relating to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered, but if you are already in Public Service just indicate “N/A”. Please initial the form and sign the declaration. Email application(s) must strictly be submitted as one (1) PDF document or attachment (i.e. Z83 and CV scanned as one PDF document). It is also important to indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. JPEG (picture/snapshot) application will not be accepted. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Applications submitted using the incorrect application form (old Z83) will not be considered. Each advertised post must be accompanied by its own application for employment. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview. Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications must submit an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) if shortlisted. The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All applicants for SMS posts will be also subjected to a technical exercise and an interview. Following the interview and technical exercise, then the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. No SMS post appointment shall be implemented without the relevant candidate producing the pre-entry certificate for SMS (Nyukela) obtainable from www.thensg.gov.za . Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for the administration of the recruitment process or possible employment and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s) at any stage of the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be expected to enter into a performance agreement within three (3) months from the date of appointment. OTHER POSTS