The Department of Water and Sanitation is the custodian of South Africa's water resources. It is primarily responsible for the formulation and implementation of policy governing this sector.
While striving to ensure that all South Africans gain access to clean water and dignified sanitation, the department also promotes effective and efficient water resou...
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A National Diploma in Science or relevant qualification. Six (6) years of post-qualification technical scientific experience. Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a certified natural scientist.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Experience in standard water-related analysis in the field of surface water and groundwater.
Experience in a Water Management System (WMS) and exposure to a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), ideally LabWare LIMS. Good sound knowledge of laboratory processes and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard requirements.
Duties
Acquire, manage, and maintain accurate datasets for internal and external clients. Perform electronic import of data into relevant systems. Update datasets on the Water Management System (WMS) with analytical results from laboratories. Ensure effective and timely data dissemination to stakeholders.
Coordinate and respond to specialized requests from internal and external stakeholders. Maintain peripheral information necessary for the effective implementation of operational monitoring programmes on the WMS. Conduct audits on WMS for released results and investigate discrepancies.
Correct or remove suspect data records from the database. Apply appropriate quality control measures to ensure data accuracy and compliance. Implement and maintain ISO/SANS 17025:2017 accreditation status on the WMS. Compile and generate audit reports for Analytical Services (AS) use.
Monitor staff performance in line with organizational objectives. Motivate and support team members. Mentor employees to enhance professional growth and capacity building.