Scientific Technician: Water Resource Science: Grade A at Department Of Public Works And Infrastructure

REQUIREMENTS :

• National Diploma in Science or relevant qualification. A valid driver’s License.
• Compulsory registration with the SACNASP as a Certificated Natural Scientist. 3 years post qualification technical (scientific) experience.
• Demonstrates a high level of competencies in sewage and water purification practices and sound knowledge of commercially available plants.
• A sound understanding of legislation pertaining to water and the environment is required.

DUTIES :

• Scheduled inspections on a monthly, quarterly and six-monthly basis. Sampling of sewage and drinking water purification plants, final effluent and plant components as necessary. Interpret and update Operation and Maintenance Manual and as built drawings.
• Operator training as necessary. Assessment of sewage and drinking water plants and the relevant processes. Evaluation of commercially available plants. Technical problem solving, laboratory analysis of drinking and wastewater samples.
• Perform calculations for determination of sludge age, dosage quantities etc. from sewage and drinking water purification plants, report writing compliance/non-compliance of plants, liaison with Control Scientific Technician on laboratory administration. General housekeeping and care for electronic apparatus. Interpretation of analytical data and problem identification.
• Compilation of reports on final drinking water and wastewater quality. Operation of IRIS system to ensure compliance with DWS Regulations. Establishment of routine inspection schedules. Compilation of final sewage effluent and drinking water reports. Quality assessment and recommendations on improvement of water quality.
• Forming partnership with Project Managers in addressing challenges during Water Management related projects execution. Yearly visit to Antarctica for the maintenance of water care facilities at the South African research base.