Chief Assistant Technical Officer (scientific Support)
Department Of Water And Sanitation (Dws)
- Location
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- Salary (as advertised)
- R338 106 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Certificate / N-level / trade
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is seeking a Chief Assistant Technical Officer (Scientific Support) for its Water Resources Management Branch, specifically within the National Hydrological Services, Geohydrological Assessment and Monitoring sub-division. This Level 07 role, based at the Pretoria Head Office, offers a salary of R338 106 per annum. **What you will do** * Provide support in geohydrological assessments, the collection of groundwater quality samples and groundwater level data. * Support Technicians and Scientists in the execution of their tasks, including quality control. * Provide On-job training in scientific data collection processes, including contributing to training material for data collection and data processing. This involves: * Providing internal and external training in relevant fields of expertise. * Aiding and guiding data collectors in applying the correct data collection methods. * Providing assistance in processes such as fault correction and equipment calibration. * Providing inputs for training materials in data processing. * Providing monthly feedback on the training interventions and their successes or failures. * Hold a supervisory role, supervising subordinates involved in data collection and processing activities. * Travel extensively and remain in the field for extended periods, working away from the office. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An NQF level 4 (Senior/Grade 12) certificate with Mathematics/Mathematics Literacy/Physical Science. * Six (6) to ten (10) years’ experience in surface or groundwater technical environment, i.e., collecting and processing of water related data. * The disclosure of a valid Code 10 unexpired driver’s license and PDP. * Six (6) to ten (10) years’ experience in the groundwater technical environmental in collecting and processing of water-related data. * Good verbal and written communication skills. * Computer literate. * Willingness to travel extensively. * Knowledge in handling laboratory and monitoring equipment. * Knowledge of OHS (Occupational Health and Safety). * High knowledge of geohydrological processes and systems. **Who should apply** This role is suited for an individual with an NQF level 4 (Senior/Grade 12) certificate including Mathematics, Mathematics Literacy, or Physical Science, and 6 to 10 years of experience in surface or groundwater technical environments focused on data collection and processing. The ideal candidate must possess a valid Code 10 unexpired driver’s license with a PDP, demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills, be computer literate, and have a strong willingness to travel extensively and remain in the field for extended periods. They should have knowledge in handling laboratory and monitoring equipment, OHS, and a high knowledge of geohydrological processes and systems, along with the ability to provide training and supervise subordinates in data collection and processing activities. **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-301026-33 Source: govpage
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