Scientific Technician: Production Grade A -C at Department of Water and Sanitation

Requirements

• A National Diploma in Natural /Water Groundwater/ Geohydrology related Sciences or relevant qualification. Three (3) years’ post qualification technical scientific experience in groundwater.
• Compulsory registration with SACNASP as Certificated Natural Scientist. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Program and project management. Scientific methodologies and models. Research and development. Computer-aided scientific applications. 

Duties

• Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Perform technical scientific and geohydrological functions and tasks that require interpretation in the presence of an established framework. Apply operational standards and consolidate methodologies, policies, systems and procedures.
• Identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions and extension of the groundwater monitoring network. Preparation and participation in research activities. Data collection through field surveys. Maintenance, calibration and operation of scientific equipment. Provide Geohydrological technical support and advice. Develop working relations with client base and extend client base. Promote public awareness of scientific activities. Provide technical/scientific data, information and advice. To perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions. Preparation of data and routine interpretation.
• Database and data management. Analysis of technical scientific data. Dissemination of information. Apply the appropriate scientific and technical procedures/skills to generate information and knowledge. Formulate proposals and compile reports. Develop and customize operational procedures. Research and development. Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Conceptualize and development of scientific equipment. Equipment review and procurement of new equipment. Research/literature studies to improve expertise.
• Publish and present technical reports and research findings. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on Geohydrological -related matters. Human capital development. Mentor, train and develop candidate research technicians and others to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles and code of practice. Supervise technical support and processes. Manage the performance management and development of staff. All duties will be performed in a Geohydrological environment.