Current Vacancies at Rand Water

Job Advert Summary    

• Rand Water is currently looking for a  Senior Systems Analyst (24 months contract) that will implement, maintain, and support information systems to meet the business needs of the Finance Business Unit and scale as the Finance Business Unit grows; develop and drive data strategies for cohesive, integrated and real time data across all information platforms in the organization required for the optimal and efficient operations of the finance business unit; and analyze and create tests and develop specifications and requirements for developers and programmers to follow within the Finance environment.

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor's degree in the field of computer science
• Information technology, or Information Systems; OR
• Equivalent Tertiary Qualification in Computer Science
• 10 years plus demonstrable experience in systems development, data strategies and technical environment
• SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (SAP BPC) and Bulk Water Project implementation in a complex environment
• SAP ERP Central Component (SAP ECC) experience
• Finance systems project implementation with basic understanding of Trial Balance, Balance sheet and Income statement
• Creation of Business Intelligent Reporting
• Systems maintenance and Troubleshooting of process chains
• Strong computer, hardware, software, and analytical skills
• Proven ability to assess business needs and translate them into relevant solutions
• Experience installing, configuring, documenting, testing, training, and implementing new applications and systems
• Working knowledge of a wide variety of programming languages
• Excellent analytical skills
• Experience in application/network performance and availability monitoring

Primary Duties    

• Develop and drive data strategies for cohesive, integrated and real time data across all information platforms in the organization required for the optimal and efficient operations of the Finance Business Unit (BU).
• Reviewing systems performance and identifying system issues within the Finance BU
• Managing system upgrades in partnership with the IT department
• Designing and implementing internal system controls (preventative and detective) to provide quality assurance over financial data within the Finance BU
• Reviewing and maintaining all financial systems policies and procedures
• Working with business intelligence software within the Finance BU
• Work extensively with ERP SAP GUI (FI, CO, SAP BW Interface, including Budgeting Planning and Consolidation and in partnership with IT.
• Perform & manage maintenance in SAP ECC, SAP BW and BPC systems within the Finance BU
• Developing financial reporting templates in line with accounting standards and BPC, SAP trial balance
• Updating master data for GL’s and all Cost Objects (PC, CC, WBS, Internal Orders, Networks) hierarchies on BPC and SAP ECC and updates into the Trial Balance (TB) within the Finance BU
• Managing Opening and Closing systems, versions on BPC and SAP within the Finance BU
• Responsible for ongoing forecasting, management, and analysis of the Operational Financial metrics on the Balance sheet and P& L
• Develop partnerships and collaborate with key support, architecture, engineering, and security teams.
• Manage the installation of new software releases, system upgrades, and patch installs that resolves monitoring related software problems in partnership with IT.

Knowledge    

• Advanced SAP, CaseWare, Oracle Version 11g, Quantum, Pastel Partner, Cumulus, MIP, Baud.Net
• BPC (SAP BW) and SAP (FI, CO, PA, HR, MM, AS etc.)
• Accredited with SAP, BPC and Other Systems
• Project management experience
• Business intelligence
• Experience SAP ERP system
• Work extensively with SAP ECC, Oracle, BPC and other systems.
• Involved in systems development for future SAP/BPC enhancements.
• Ad hoc reporting and special projects, such as technical accounting research, manage accounting templates in line with changes in IFRS standards.
• Execute upgrade process for ERP system general ledger.
• Developing financial reporting templates in line with accounting standards and BPC, SAP trial balance
• Updating master data for GL’s and all Cost Objects (PC, CC, WBS, Internal Orders, Networks) hierarchies on BPC and SAP ECC and updates into the Trial Balance (TB)
• Managing Opening and Closing systems, versions on BPC and SAP
• Responsible for ongoing forecasting, management, and analysis of the Operational Financial metrics on the Balance sheet and P& L

Skills    

• Ability to develop finance systems strategies and drive them to completion.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and meeting strict deadlines.
• Ability to establish new standards for quality, performance, or productivity.
• Must have excellent writing and communication skills, strong communicator with ability to maintain open communication with internal employees, contractors, managers, 3rd parties, and customers as needed.
• Able to integrate and apply feedback in a professional manner.
• Able to prioritize and drive to results with a high emphasis on quality.
• Ability to establish new standards for quality, performance, or productivity.
• Technical skills
• Business skills
• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Management skills

Attitude    

• Commitment to integrity
• Customer service focused.
• Deadline orientated.
• Accuracy
• Attention to detail.
• Performance and results driver
• Decision making
• Problem solving
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

Closing Date    
2023/06/12

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Job Advert Summary    

• The incumbent will focus on providing accurate, consistent, and high-quality administrative support to the Human Resources Representatives to enable them to always provide an efficient and professional service to the Business Units.  The incumbent’s duties will involve the full value chain HR services and may not be limited to specific areas of Human Resources

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12
• HR Certificate / Diploma
• National Diploma in Human Resources Management or Business Administration or an equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification will be an advantage.
• 1-2 years’ experience in an administration role preferably an HR Environment
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Computer Literacy (MS Office suite)
• A valid driver’s licence and the ability to pass K53 test will serve as an advantage.  

Primary Duties    

Support processing of new applications by short listing applicants, preparing interview guides,    assisting with interviewing process, testing, and reference checking applicants according to RW HR policies and procedures including:

• Providing support to the Human Resources Representatives for the interviews including making the relevant logistic arrangement where needed.
• Assist in notifying candidates timeously for interviews with the relevant contact details.
• Verify that the new applicant forms are completed and submitted with the correct supporting documents.
• Assist with the informing candidates on the outcomes of the interviews and ensure that the regret letters are processed accordingly.
• Booking of candidates for psychometric/capability assessments (if required)
• Assist and ensure that candidates complete Integrity Probity Assurance (IPA) process correctly.
• Verification of candidate’s qualifications and ID via verifications service provider.
• Co-ordination of exit interview process
• Training, coordination, and monitoring of Performance Management Contract
• Human Resources Administration as required by the HR department.
• Assist employees on all HRIS administration related queries (adhoc).
• Assist with the coordination of training courses, workshops in line with their Personal Development Plan submission (adhoc).

Knowledge    

• Computer Literacy
• Good Communication Skills (verbal and written)
• General administration
• Policies and procedures
• Knowledge of SAP
• Diary Management

Skills    

• General Secretarial and Administrative skills
• Performance and results orientated.
• Document management (Record keeping)
• Planning and Organising skills.
• Communication etiquette (Telephone and Email)
• Ability to liaise at senior level.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Customer service orientated.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail.
• Project management skills

Attitude    

• Positive attitude
• Self-motivated
• Proactive approach
• Task orientated.
• Self-starter
• Maintain confidentiality
• Information management
• Provision of accurate information effectively and timeously
• Courteous and efficient
• Confidentiality Breach
• Breach of POPI Act
• Failure to manage documents that can lead to audit findings or legal proceedings.

Closing Date    
2023/06/04

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• To protect Rand Water staff, assets and property in line with the National Key Point Act, the MPSS and other legislation as well as site specific procedures and training guidelines.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 equivalent coupled with NKP and PSIRA Grade A registration
• 5years’ Protective Services experience within a NKP installation of which 2 years must be at a senior level.
• Firearm competency certificate from SAPS in handling pistol, rifle or hand machine carbine and shot gun.
• Successful completion of the following Firearm unit standards: 123515, 123514 and 123511.
• Valid Driver’s license with the ability to pass the Rand Water K53 drivers evaluation.

Primary Duties    

• Shift co-ordination and management
• Shift administration
• Risk Management
• Consistent application of Security Policy and Procedures
• Human Resources Management
• National Key Point Compliance
• Ability to identify deviances of subordinates and correct them.

Knowledge    

• Relevant legislation (NKP and PSIRA regulations knowledge)
• Company policies and procedures
• Preliminary investigations knowledge
• Security, ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001

Skills    

• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizing skills
• People management skills
• Basic investigation skills
• Presenting cases
• Maintaining a good corporate image in terms of neatness and presentability
• Report writing skills
• Analytical ability

Attitude    

• Performance driven
• Team work
• Initiative
• Customer service oriented
• Results driven
• Good sense of humour
• Assertiveness

Closing Date    

2023/06/05

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• To protect Rand Water staff, assets and property in line with the National Key Point Act, the MPSS, other relevant legislation as well as site specific procedures and training.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12
• Five years relevant experience of which two years must be within a National Key Point
• NKP certificate registration
• PSIRA Grade C registration
• Successful completion of the following Firearm Unit Standards: 123515, 123514 and 123511
• Competency certificate with SAPS in handling a Pistol, Rifle or Hand Machine Carbine as well as shotgun
• Valid Code B drivers license and the ability to pass Rand Water K53 test
• Public drivers permit is mandatory
• Supervisory experience will serve as an advantage

Primary Duties    

• Access and egress control
• Emergency reaction and preparedness, incidents investigations
• Patrolling and guarding of perimeter, area and building and adhering to the company rules and regulations
• Protect Rand Waters installations, assets, people, including contractors, in accordance with current legislation
• Enforce company policies and rules; including SHEQ related matters ad crime investigation
• Perform related administrative duties as required

Knowledge    

• Knowledge in the use of firearms
• Knowledge of National Key Point Act and current relevant legislation
• Patrolling and guarding
• Access and Aggress control
• Knowledge of SHEQ Management System ISO 45001

Skills    

• Communication (Verbal and Written)
• Interpersonal skills
• Report writing
• Conflict handling

Attitude    

• Customer service orientated
• Attention to detail
• Assertiveness
• Integrity and honesty
• Self discipline

Closing Date    
2023/05/30

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Job Advert Summary    

• Rand Water is currently looking for the Process Controllers that will be responsible for the effective and efficient operations of the water treatment processes and to correctly operate the plant equipment, to meet the legislative requirement such as SANS241 and Blue drop certification.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12/NQF level 4/ N3 in Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Eligible to be classified as a Class III Process Controller
• 1- 3 years’ relevant experience in water purification
• Required to work shifts.
• Physically fit, able to work in noisy, elevated and confined areas.

Primary Duties    

• Operating of pressured filters and flocculation tanks to ensure good sludge handling
• Recording all malfunctions and process related defects in the logbook to ensure equipment is repaired timeously
• Taking readings of flow, online meters, pumps and chlorine residuals
• Ensure correct chemical dosing regime
• Performing of residual chlorine test to ensure that the correct dosing rate and disinfection is effective
• Assist in collecting of samples in the works for compliance and operational purposes
• Perform backwashing of filters as per operational requirements
• Maintaining a safe housekeeping environment.

Knowledge    

• Basic understanding of water treatment process.
• Basic understanding of water chemistry and exposure to laboratory work
• Safety working procedures.

Skills    

• Good communication skills (verbal)
• Good housekeeping skills
• Able to work under pressure.

Attitude    

• Team player
• Good working relations
• Co-operation
• Willing to work overtime.

Closing Date    
2023/06/06

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Job Advert Summary    

• Rand Water is currently looking for a Group Accountant Complianece to oversee the verall responsibility of the compliance monitoring of the Finance Business Unit in respect of statutory, legislative and regulatory frameworks and well as company policy and procedures. Evaluate and assess internal controls and risk impact in a finance environment. Ability to work with a cross functional team on the implementation of stringent controls with the financial arena. Development of sound accounting policies and procedures which assist in the mitigation of risk exposures. Evaluation, implementation and management of financial business processes.

Minimum Requirements    

• B. Com Hons or equivalent
• A minimum of eight (8) years working experience in an accounting, auditing, and compliance environment with similar responsibilities
• Experience in compliance monitoring and risk management in a similar environment
• Experience in internal control monitoring and management in a finance environment
• Experience in accounting and company policy development and reviews
• Excellent knowledge of compliance standards in respect of statutory, legislative and regulatory frameworks including PFMA, IFRS, Income Tax, VAT, JSE listing requirements, King IV etc.
• Excellent knowledge of financial accounting systems.
• Advanced computer literacy in respect of spreadsheet applications, word documents and power point presentations

Desirable qualification:

• CA(SA)
• 3 - 5 years post qualification experience
• Project Management

Primary Duties    

• To provide complete, accurate and reliable information to management on Rand Water’s compliance status.
• To identify, assess and monitor the impact of risks to the Finance Business Unit and advise on corrective action to mitigate the associated risks.
• To assess, monitor and report on standards of internal control across the Finance Business Unit.
• Review and manage compliance and internal control processes in Rand Water.
• To develop policies, processes and frameworks to ensure that the finance environment complies in all respects with all governance protocols, statutory, regulatory and legislative frameworks.
• Implement processes that ensures the integrity and reliability of financial reporting and sustainability reporting information.
• Monitor tax compliance in accordance with SARS and relevant foreign legislation.
• To provide sound technical advice or support to the Rand Water business relating to technical accounting and compliance matters.
• Oversee any internal, ISO, Forensic and external audits, review and analyze results and recommend the financial reports to the Chief Financial Officer for the Group Audit & Risk Committee consideration.
• Finance Lead on any recommendations that are suggested in the audit report or management letter.
• Ensure that all the required operating accreditations (e.g. ISO) and/or certificates are attained/maintained.
• Keeping abreast of changes in relevant frameworks and implementation thereof to ensure timely compliance.

Knowledge    

• Sound knowledge of compliance environment
• Knowledge of Legislative, Statutory and Regulatory Frameworks (e.g. IFRS, PFMA, King IV etc.)
• Knowledge of risk and control monitoring and management in Finance environment
• Understands financial systems and business processes

Skills    

• Ability to develop policies, frameworks and controls etc.
• Good communication skills (Written and verbal)
• Problem solving skills
• Leadership and Management skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Collaborative skills
• Negotiation skills

Attitude    

• Deadline driven
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work within a team and with senior management
• Ability to lead and manage
• Accurate and attention to detail

Closing Date    
2023/06/06

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Job Advert Summary    

• The overall responsibility of the successful candidate will be to perform basic Laboratory analyses and sample preparation for the Organic Laboratory within the Chemistry Section.

Minimum Requirements    

• NQF3/4 with Maths and Science
• One year of working experience preferably in an analytical laboratory.

Primary Duties    

• Printing sample labels and sampling schedule using LIMS-Labware
• Collection of samples after being sampled, filter, distribute and dispose accordingly.
• Scanning and receiving of sample bottles from cooler room, into laboratory.
• Preparation of sample bottles for sampling activities on different Organic chemical tests.
• Cleaning of laboratory glassware and assist with laboratory cleaning.
• Handling of gas bottles for different analysis and the disposal of hazardous chemicals from the laboratory.
• The adherence to SHE practices and good housekeeping principles in the area of work

Knowledge    

• Basic understanding of ISO 17025.
• Understanding of how to collect water samples for analytical analysis using different sampling devices.
• Understanding of general laboratory, quality and SHERQ procedures.
• Ability to follow procedures in a routine laboratory.

Skills    

• Basic computer literacy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise, organise and plan.
• Ability to perform the basic functions on the Information Management System (LIMS).

Attitude    

• Quality and output driven person who can handle pressure and routine work.
• Ability to interact with staff and customers.
• Team worker but can work independently.
• Conscientious and pays attention to detail.
• Willingness to work after hours, weekends and public holidays.

Closing Date    
2023/06/05

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Job Advert Summary    

• Reporting to the Mechanical Foreman the successful candidate will provide assistance and support to the Welder with the maintenance, manufacturing and installation of structural equipment at Zuikerbosch Water treatment plant.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate) or NTC3 in welding.
• 1year working experience in a welding workshop environment
• Successful completion of a Trade Test Certificate (Welder Artisan) will be an advantage
• A valid Code B or C driver’s license will serve as an advantage

Primary Duties    

• Assist the Artisan with general welding tasks in the maintaining, manufacturing and installation of structural equipment.
• General assistance by identifying and handling of welding equipment and tools.
• General housekeeping duties of workshop, workplace, tools and equipment.
• Minor welding repairs.

Knowledge    

• Welding knowledge
• Basic safety knowledge and safe working procedures
• General maintenance 

Skills    

• Ability to do minor welding repairs
• Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to complete job cards
• Ability to understand welding work instructions/ procedures

Attitude    

• Self-motivated
• Safety consciousness
• Team player
• Performance driven
• Willingness to learn

Closing Date    
2023/06/01

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Job Advert Summary    

• Rand Water is currently looking for a Process Engineer to, as part of the Process Asset Management Section, assist in Infrastructure Asset Management of Water Treatment Process Plants based on the approaches advocated by best practice engineering

Minimum Requirements    

• Formal Chemical/Process Engineering qualification (BSc Eng or B Eng degree)
• 2 to 4 years applicable post qualification experience

Primary Duties    

• Perform a full range of varied and responsible process engineering work independently, requiring a high level of judgment and independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation, of standard techniques, and where required, devising new improved approaches to meet unique situations
• Involvement in work where no clear precedents exist, and which requires going beyond existing parameters and adaptation of plans to fit the situation
• Assist the Process Asset Manager to lead and manage all activities of the section that will result in optimal lifecycle performance of the specific category of assets
• Assist the Process Asset Manager to develop, compile, execute and manage the section annual Asset Improvement Plan that feeds into the integrated Asset Improvement Plan
• Assist the Process Asset Manager to develop, maintain, and implement asset lifecycle management strategies (covering asset lifespan, maintenance, replacement / renewal approaches)
• Conduct, Document and Report on Plant Performance and Condition Assessments (PPCAs) to agreed standards and frequencies – at times either independently or with other process asset engineers and/or larger multidisciplinary teams
• Undertake pre-project investigations, develop alternative solutions and prepare pre-project investigation reports (PPIRs) either initiating projects or proposing other interventions
• Present Pre-Project Investigation Reports (PPIRs) at Asset Management Committee meetings
• Review project Scope of Work Recommendations
• Review specifications and designs for new assets to ensure lifecycle performance is adequately addressed
• Assist in providing input to the Potable Water Quality Working Committee and Water Quality Management System Task Team
• Collaborate with Scientific Services and Operations Divisions in resolving water quality and operational challenges (where required)
• Participate in Maintenance Planning activities where required including Plant Criticality Analyses, Reliability Centred Maintenance, Planned Maintenance Optimisation and Root Cause Analyses
• Undertake technical investigations and provide technical advice/reports to the Process Asset Manager, on which Rand Water may base significant decisions
• Assist the Process Asset Manager in effective management of the section’s budget
• Create and encourage a culture of teamwork, and achievement, through the application of frequent feedback and communication with colleagues

Knowledge    

• Specification, design, operation and maintenance of the Process Assets category
• Financial and economic principles, including life cycle costing
• Condition assessment and performance measurement techniques and evaluation
• Asset rehabilitation technology
• Principles of plant maintenance and reliability
• Principles of asset management

Skills    

• Critical evaluation
• Decision making
• Planning and organizing
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• People management
• Self-management
• Conceptual thought and well developed analytical and coordinating skills
• Problem solving
• Project management planning principles, tools and techniques
• Networking skills
• Spatial analysis and interpretation

Attitude    

• Customer service orientation
• Team player and willingness to lead
• Highly motivated and innovative
• Diligent and performance driven
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated
• Results driven

Closing Date    
2023/06/02

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Job Advert Summary    

• Rand Water is currently looking for an Audit Specialist - IT to ensure technology used is better suited to support business operations by identifying and evaluating the controls that manage the technology environment risks ensuring integrity of the business data, operational efficiency which ultimately ensures operational continuity by conducting planned and ad-hoc independent reviews. To conduct and play a role in in pro-active auditing though continuous auditing and where required, consulting services mainly in IT/DTI projects..

Minimum Requirements    

• BCom, B-Tech or equivalent qualification
• CISA and/or H Dip Computer Audit (advantageous)
• CIA advantageous
• Min 5 years auditing and 2 of these years should include supervisory experience
• Experience in using CAATs and related application of Data analytics techniques (Using ACL, IDEA, Power BI or another tool)
• Working knowledge of SAP and related technologies i.e., SAP HANA and SAP GRC
• Should have performed IT General Control Reviews (ITGCRs), and Application Controls Reviews (ACRs).
• Solid understanding of System Development methodologies.
• Understanding of the COBIT and COSO Frameworks and the risk-based audit methodology
• Knowledge of International Internal Auditing Standards, Water Services Act, PFMA, Companies Act and Corporate Governance
• Understanding of Principles of Project Management
• Basic understanding of ISO standards as they related to operational technology processes
• Basic understanding of Combined Assurance

Primary Duties    

• Contribute to the development of the annual internal audit plan and related 3-year rolling plan.
• Develop and record a risk-based plan for each audit engagement, including the scope, objectives, timing, testing and reporting as well as resource allocations.
• Identify and rate the risks, cost implications and potential benefits and savings for special investigations and ad-hoc audit projects.
• Build and manage relationships with IT/DTI and OT stakeholders and across the organisation.
• Timely prepare audit reports and communicate audit results to management per audit engagement.
• Plan and conduct follow up reviews on management’s corrective actions.
• Ensure to stay up to date with industry trends and regulations related to IT auditing and provide guidance and support to other auditors on IT audit engagements or integrated audits.
• Assist the audit manager in compiling quarterly reports to the EXCO and the Audit Committee.
• Ensure the organisations’ resources are utilised as outlined in terms of the PFMA
• Ensure that the risks that threaten the performance objectives of the IT division have been identified
• Ensure that Rand Water complies with all relevant legislations.

Knowledge    

• Internal audit processes and procedures
• Project Management Principles
• Risk Management Framework
• Legislative Framework
• Governance Framework
• SAP Knowledge

Skills    

• Negotiation
• Business acumen
• People Management
• Coordination Skills
• Time management
• Good Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Budget Management
• Relationship building
• Proven analytical skills and ability to evaluate risks

Attitude    

• Open minded
• Pro-active
• Team Player
• Deadline driven
• Attention to detail
• Maintain confidentiality
• Strong customer orientation
• High integrity and ethics
• Professional

Closing Date    
2023/06/02

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Job Advert Summary    

• Rand Water is looking for a candidate who will be responsible for sandblasting and cleaning of fabricated and existing equipment. Assist the Artisan in fabricating and maintaining pipeline equipment and assisting with day-to-day maintenance on site.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12/Standard 10
• 1 year working experience in a similar environment.
• Valid EB drivers license with the ability to pass Rand Waters K53 driving test.
• Preference will be given to applicants with disabilities

Primary Duties    

• General knowledge of the sandblasting equipment
• Perform housekeeping functions
• Good understanding of safety

Knowledge  

•  General maintenance
• Safety and safe working procedures

Skills    

• Communication skills

Attitude    

• Performance Driven
• High motivation
• Customer Service Orientation

Closing Date    
2023/05/31

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Job Advert Summary    

• Randwater is looking a candidate who will be responsible for general maintenance and installation of domestic plumbing equipment new pipelines

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric (Grade 12) or N3 with Trade Test
• 3 years relevant plumbing experience
• Ability to do relevant maintenance
• Experience in welding and pipe developing will be an added advantage
• Code 10 driver’s license
• Preference will be given to applicants with disabilities

Primary Duties    

• Repairs and installation of domestic plumbing equipment
• Fabricating of pipeline components

Knowledge    

• General maintenance
• Safety and safe working procedures

Skills    

• Problem solving skills
• Communication skills

Attitude    

• Performance Driven
• High motivation
• Customer Service Orientation

Closing Date    
2023/05/31