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 Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) (Hon) or relevant qualification, preferably in the Geomatics field. Three (3) years post qualification experience in the Natural Science Geo-Professional field. Compulsory registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a Professional Natural Scientist.
Registration with the South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) as Geo-Information Science Professional will serve as an added advantage. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge and understanding of the National Water Act (Act 36 of 1998) and other relevant legislation. Knowledge and experience in Remote Sensing, Geographical Information Systems, Photogrammetry/ aerial surveys, and other related disciplines.
Experience in the application of Remote Sensing technology in Water Resources Management. Computer Literacy with proven skills for operating software like ENVI, ERDAS, ILWIS, R Scripts, Quantum GIS, ARCGIS, etc. Ability to analyse, interpret and process satellite imagery, aerial photography and other related spatial data. Knowledge and experience in the operating of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s) / Drones, and Aerial Surveys will serve as an added advantage.
Sound knowledge and experience in the generation and use of different remote sensing models as a water resource management tool. Good technical skills, scientific report writing, and interpretation skills. Ability to work productively in an environment consisting of interdisciplinary internal and external stakeholders. Sound interpersonal skills as well as the willingness to travel in remote areas.
DUTIES :
Analyse and interpret remote sensing data and other related data for decision-making. Prepare and submit technical reports. Acquisition of satellite data, aerial photography, lidar data, digital terrain models (DTM), and other related data.
Collaborating with different stakeholders and initiating agreements for data sharing. Acquisition of aerial surveys, lidar, including orthophoto and line mapping, and other related spatial data and information. Respond to client queries within and outside the department. Supervising, mentoring, and facilitating training and career development of junior officials and assisting them with professional registration.
Management of projects and activities, ensuring achievement of targets as per the Directorate operational plan. Participation in relevant advisory committees that are related to geomatics, hydrology and water resources management.
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