[Re-Advertising]Water Quality Technician X2 at Chris Hani District Municipality

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric
• National Diploma / BSc Analytical Chemistry/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology/
• Chemical Engineering /Environmental Management majoring in Chemistry or relevant qualification equivalent to NQF level 6/7
• 3-5 years’ relevant experience in Water Quality Management
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Computer literacy 
• Class 3 process controller certificate issued by the Department of Water Affairs  or laboratory experience processes will be an added advantage.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Understanding of operations quality control systems and the nature of water and wastewater treatment works
• Knowledge of legislation pertaining to local government and water services sector Understands the Blue and Green Drop requirement for the management of drinking water quality and final effluent standards
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: (INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)

• Manage the drinking water quality of the entire municipality from source to end user (tap)
• Advise on the optimization of treatment plants and water treatment chemicals
• Ensure compliance with the specific water and wastewater treatment works minimum standards as issued by DWA.
• Ensure that the quality of drinking water quality meets the minimum SANS 241 requirements
• Ensure that the wastewater discharge effluent meets the SANS 241 requirements
• Ensure water quality reports are submitted to the relevant units and DWA on monthly basis
• Liaise with all CHDM internal and external stakeholders in the event of water quality failures
• Responsible for compiling and implementing Water Safety Plan
• Responsible for compiling and the implementation of the Wastewater Risk Abatement Plans.
• Interact with community members on water and sanitation issues and take measures to address problem.
• Coordinates and controls activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline.
• Performs administrative and reporting requirements.

Deadline:4th December,2025