Scientist Production Grade A - C REF NO: 011223/03 at Department of Water and Sanitation

REQUIREMENTS :

• A Science degree (BSc) (Hon) or relevant qualification. Compulsory registration with the South African Council of Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a professional Natural Scientist.
• Three (3) years post qualification Natural Scientific experience.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge, professional experience, and comprehensive training in resource management planning, monitoring and use of global information system (GIS), mapping tools and desktop assessment methods.
• Knowledge and experience in environmental impact assessments and alien plants management.
• Ability to analyse and interpret water and environmental related data.
• Good interpersonal relations, organizational skills, technical report writing and knowledge of environmental related information systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), National Water Act, 1998 (NWA, Act No. 36 of 1998), and Water Sector: relevant legislations (CARA, NEMA, MPRDA and other specific environmental management) together with the related policies, regulations, principles, guidelines, tools, and procedures; policy development, implementation, and monitoring.
• Knowledge and understanding on Chapter 11 of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998). Computer literacy.
• Data analysis, presentation skills, mentoring, decision making. innovation and analytical skills, and creativity.
• Problem solving and analysis. Good technical, scientific report writing and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work productively in an environment consisting of interdisciplinary internal and external stakeholders. Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
• Sound interpersonal skills as well as willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively in remote areas. 

DUTIES :

• Environmental Management of all construction activities undertaken by the cluster/s.
• Facilitate the development of the Resource Management Plans on state dams and implementation thereof.
• Plan and implement waste management strategies within the cluster/s.
• Manage alien plant (aquatic and terrestrial) management activities.
• Implementation of other related legislation dealing with access and use of state dams. Land use Management.
• Assess and provide recommendations on applications for commercial and recreational water use activities at state dams especially with regards to PFMA and Treasury Regulation requirements.
• Represent the department in various fora, including participation in the infrastructure project management processes.
• Develop terms of reference and assist in the management of PSP’s where required.
• Assist with the facilitation of training and career development of staff. Supervision of staff.