Scientist Production Grade a – C

Overview

Scientist Production Grade A–C positions in water quality planning across Bloemfontein, Kimberley and Upington, requiring a BSc Honours and SACNASP registration.

Requirements

• A Science degree (BSc) (Hon) in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Microbiology. or relevant qualification.
• Three (3) years post qualification experience.
• Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
• Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource protection.
• Understanding of the water resource classification system and its application thereof.
• Knowledge and experience in Project management is essential.
• Understanding and knowledge of water quality management.
• Implement principles of national water act in terms of protection, development, use, control and management of water resources of the National Water Act, 1998 and related legislation.
• Knowledge and understanding of the water sector: relevant legislations (NWA, CARA and NEMA, MPRDA) together with the related policies, regulations, principles, guidelines, tools and procedures; policy development, implementation and monitoring.
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, report writing, presentation skills.
• Sound interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Willingness to work abnormal hours and under pressure as well as travel country wide.
• Proven liaison and networking skills especially as they relate to Corporative Governance and stakeholder engagement.

Duties

• The successful candidate will join a team of professionals responsible for strategic water resource planning, focusing on water quality through the development and maintenance of integrated water quality planning solutions.
• This requires conducting assessment studies to address data and information gaps and needs for water quality planning.
• Responsible for forward planning utilising predictive modelling tools, among other methods.
• Implement National Water Act with focus on classifying water resources and determining associated resource quality objectives for current and future needs of significant water resources in the Vaal-Orange Water Management Area;
• Review and recommend scientific projects;
• Give input on water use license applications for mining, industries, municipalities, urban development and agriculture activities as they relate to resources water quality.
• Process water use license applications.
• Conduct site inspections and attend meetings for various water uses.
• Promote surface and groundwater protection and management through the water use authorisation process and implement DWA’s role and function with respect to water resource protection and management.
• Management of waste discharge charge system and surface water data management.
• Provide assistance in drafting of specific water quality license conditions.
• Collection and interpretation an analysis of surface water data and monitoring of the surface water resources.

How to apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr V Magwala Tel No: (012) 392 1300

Notes

Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements will not be considered. 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. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency is a Public Water Resource Management Agency, established in line with the provisions of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act no 36 of 1998) (NWA) and National Water Policy for South Africa. It is an entity of the National Department of Water and Sanitation. Employees appointed in the CMA have similar employment terms and conditions as those of employees appointed in terms of the Public Service Act, though not employed in terms of the Public Service Act. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The agency reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. OTHER POSTS