Environmental Officer Production Grade a – C

Overview

Assess water use licence applications and conduct site inspections for the Department of Water and Sanitation in Bloemfontein and Kimberley.

Requirements

• A National Diploma in Environmental Management or Natural Science in anyone (1) of the following fields: Agriculture, Agricultural, Integrated Water Resource Management, Hydrology (Surface or Ground);
• Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Water Utilization, Water Resource Engineering and or Geohydrology.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
• Two (2) years appropriate / recognizable experience in an area after obtaining the relevant qualification will be an added advantage.
• Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource protection.
• Knowledge and understanding of the water sector including relevant legislation (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 multidisciplinary 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

• Assess completeness of WULAs and conduct site inspections.
• Liaise with clients and other stakeholders to obtain outstanding information during WULA assessments.
• Request scientific inputs within the VOCMA as well as the Department Water and Sanitation using the specified templates.
• Access and evaluate Hydrological, Environmental and Technical information regarding license applications.
• Assist in development of policies and guidelines for the implementation of National Water Act (NWA), 36 of 1998 regarding the water use sector.
• Final assessment of information submitted by Water Use License Applicants and input from internal specialists.
• Drafting record of recommendations (RoRs) and resultant decision documents.
• Draft license conditions to control / mitigate the negative impacts of water uses.
• Assist on responding to queries from clients within and outside the department.

How to apply

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

Enquiries: Dr. Mmachaka 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