Scientist Manager Grade A
Department Of Water And Sanitation (Dws)
- Salary (as advertised)
- R1 143 468 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Bachelor's degree
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This is an editorial summary for the position of Scientist Manager Grade A (Reference No: 301026/05) within the Department Of Water And Sanitation (DWS). The role is located in Kugompo, under the Water And Sanitation Services Management: EC Branch, specifically within Provincial Operations: Eastern Cape, and the Geohydrological Services SD. The position offers an all-inclusive OSD salary package of R1,143,468 per annum. The role involves managing and providing strategic leadership for geohydrological services within the department. **What you will do** * Manage and provide strategic leadership for geohydrological services. * Plan, coordinate and oversee groundwater-resource monitoring, assessment and information management programmes. * Provide specialist geohydrological advice to management, municipalities, water-sector institutions and other stakeholders. * Oversee groundwater-quality and groundwater-level monitoring programmes. * Manage groundwater data, modelling and dissemination of scientific information. * Lead scientific research and promote the application of innovative groundwater management approaches. * Provide input on groundwater projects, budgets and procurement processes. * Manage staff performance and development. * Mentor candidate scientists and facilitate scientific skills transfer. * Represent the department in technical committees, stakeholder forums and intergovernmental structures. * Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, policies, professional standards and scientific codes of practice. * Develop and implement geohydrological methodologies, policies, strategies, procedures and technical standards. * Review and approve scientific reports, groundwater studies, models and technical recommendations. * Ensure the development and implementation of policies, systems, and procedures. * Review and recommend/approve scientific projects; facilitate the setting of scientific standards, specifications, and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational service. * Monitor scientific efficiencies according to organizational goals; and facilitate the compilation of innovation proposals to optimize limited resources in achieving increased levels of compliance within industry. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * MSc Degree or equivalent qualification in Geohydrology/Hydrogeology/Earth Science. * Six (6) years of post-qualification natural sciences experience. * Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist. * Disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. * Experience in groundwater exploration, monitoring, assessment and sustainable resource management. * Experience in water resource management. * Scientific methodologies and models. * Research and development. * Scientific presentation. * Analysis and management of groundwater data. * Business processes to ensure data flow. * Professional judgement. * Scientific mentoring. * Strategic capability and Leadership. * Financial Management. * Change Management. * Problem solving and analysis. * Knowledge management. * People Management and Empowerment. * Client Orientation and Customer Focus. * Excellent communication, report-writing and presentation. * Conflict management. * Accountability and ethical conduct. * Knowledge of the National Water Act and related water-sector legislation. * Experience in scientific research, project management, stakeholder engagement, technical report writing and the management of professional scientific personnel. * Knowledge of GIS and groundwater-modelling tools such as MODFLOW will be an added advantage. **Who should apply** This role is ideal for experienced natural scientists with an MSc Degree (or equivalent) in Geohydrology, Hydrogeology, or Earth Science, who have at least six years of post-qualification experience. Applicants must be registered with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist and possess a valid driver’s license. The successful candidate should have substantial experience in various aspects of groundwater management, water resource management, scientific research, project management, and leading scientific personnel. Strong capabilities in strategic leadership, financial management, change management, problem-solving, and communication are essential. Knowledge of water-sector legislation and an aptitude for scientific mentoring are also required. Candidates with expertise in GIS and groundwater-modelling tools like MODFLOW will have an advantage. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-water-and-sanitation-dws-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-301026-05 Source: govpage
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