Current Jobs at Rand Water

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Rand Water invites undergraduate students who are interested in joining the Water Sector an opportunity to apply for the 2025 External Bursary Scheme for following disciplines:  

• B Comm Accounting/Finance: 3rd Year x1
• B Comm Corporate Communication 2nd Year x1
• BSc Hons Microbiology: 2nd Year x1
• BSc- Chemistry:2nd Year x2
• BSc (Chem Eng/Chem/Biochem): 3rd Year x2
• BSc (Hons) Hydrology/Modeling: 4th Year x1
• BSc Degree Natural Science(Environmental Education): 3rd Year x2
• Diploma Electrical: 2nd Year x2
• B Eng Maintenance Engineering: 2nd Year x3
• B Eng Mechanical Engineering: 2nd Year x3
• Diploma Instruments and Process control: 2nd Year x2
• BCom Economics: 2nd and 3rd Year x2

Minimum Requirements

• South African citizens.
• Previously disadvantaged individuals (ACI).
• Have Passed Matric or equivalent and currently studying within one of the aforementioned fields of study.
• Meet minimum average of 65% and academic performance in major subjects.
• Not in possession of other bursary/funding
• Applicant must be under the age of 35 years
• Applicants must be full-time students at registered and recognized tertiary educational institution.

The following documents must accompany your application:

• Certified copy of ID Document
• Certified copy of Matric Certificate
• Latest Academic Record
• Proof of registration/acceptance letter from university

Primary Duties

• As a Bursar you are expected to complete qualification on time in line with Bursary Contract/Agreement.

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Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must not be employed.
• Applicants must not be enrolled with any institution for a qualification nor be registered in any Learnership Programme.
• Applicants must not be in possession of a completed post-matric qualification
• (NB: Failure to disclose post-matric qualifications will result in applicant being disqualified)
• Applicants in possession of a post-matric qualification must not apply and will not be considered.
• Applicants must have a Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Physical Science (minimum of Level 3 in ALL subjects)
• Applicants must submit / attach SAQA / NLRD verification report (Obtainable from SAQA website)
• Applicants must be a South African citizen and be in possession of a valid SA ID.
• Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years of age (in line with the NSDSIII).

The following documents must accompany your application:

• A certified copy of the ID document
• Proof of residence
• Certified copy of Matric Certificate
• SAQA / NLRD verification report
• CV

Primary Duties

• Assisting in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Monitoring water and wastewater quality parameters.
• Conducting basic laboratory tests.
• Assisting in the maintenance of equipment and instruments.
• Participating in water and wastewater sampling and analysis.
• Attending classes as part of the learnership program.
• Participating in discussions and activities during classes.
• Completing assignments and projects as required.
• Writing assessments and practical logbook to evaluate knowledge and understanding.

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Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF level 3 in an appropriate field and 12 months relevant horticultural experience
• Ability to operate specialised horticultural machinery such as chainsaws, Ride-on mower etc.
• Basic safety knowledge and ability to complete tasks in time without constant supervision.
• Code 08 / EB driver’s licence and ability to pass RW K53 driving test.

Primary Duties

• Installation and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Maintenance of indoor plants.
• Applications of fertilisers, compost, mulches and pesticides.
• Loading and offloading of goods, machines, plants and debris etc.
• Use of specialised horticultural machinery and equipment.
• Support with decorations and construction when required.
• Maintenance of specialised sports and recreation fields.
• Horticultural maintenance of sites.

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Minimum Requirements

• 4 years’ relevant tertiary qualification in either Commercial Studies, Regulatory compliance, Legal studies.
• Master’s Degree is an added advantage
• 7 + years’ experience in Legal or Compliance management or related functions
• Proven experience and good working knowledge of regulatory compliance management processes and techniques, including identifying, creating, establishing and maintaining a regulatory universe, implementing of risk management plans, creating a monitoring program, drafting of policies, implementing and performing compliance training is a necessity;

Primary Duties

• Identifying, establishing and maintaining the COO regulatory universe (and how it impacts other regulations), assist with the drafting of risk management plans and assist business with the implementation of such plans;
• Taking primary responsibility for design of and implementing of systems and controls to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations impacting on Rand Water;
• Developing action plans to respond to regulatory changes and to address shortfalls in compliance;
• Liaise with executive management and shareholder via the relevant established governance structure with regards to the Portfolio’s and sustainability.
• Promote a compliance culture within the COO Portfolio.
• Draft Compliance Risk Control Assessments for all legislation on the Regulatory Universe
• Drafting Regulatory Report and conduct legal and impact analysis of new legislation
• Collaborate with line management to advice and enhance facilitation of discharging responsibilities in order to:
• Protect the Portfolio’s reputation from potential non-compliance sanctions and penalties
• Avoid legal actions
• Promote a coordinated working relationship with business regulators
• Prevent unethical, illegal or improper conduct
• Promote the use of the compliance hotline
• Promote awareness campaigns and road shows in order to enhance understanding of new and existing compliance requirements