Fresh Jobs at Johannesburg Water

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Wash laboratory apparatus/glassware according to the standard operating procedure.
• Dispose off broken glasses to skip bin. Discard waste chemicals in the chemical drum.
• Clean the laboratories daily including sinks. Mop and polish on a weekly basis.
• Dust storage cupboards and benches on a weekly basis. Empty the rubbish bins daily. Move and lift furniture and equipment.
• Check on equipment such as washing machines, and dry ovens daily. Report on any faulty equipment, electrical appliances and spillage of chemicals.
• Order cleaning material and maintain stock level. Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety rules and procedures as stipulated by the company.
• Adhere to ISO 17025 requirements in relation to cleanness of the laboratory.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) with Maths and Science
• 1 year relevant experience required.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and control the daily Laboratory analysis, routine and non-routine, according to rosters to maximise efficiency.
• Avail yourself for emergency analysis after hours when required. Identify and report on the need for new or replacement items to be added to the CAPEX budget.
• Obtain quotes and assist with preparation of specification for purchases or tenders.
• Ensure adequate stock levels by placing orders for Laboratory consumables timeously. Conduct daily complex analytical analyses in the Laboratory, using specialised instrumentation such as ICP-MS, GC-MS, ICP-OES, PCR, FIA and Discrete Analyser on drinking water, wastewater, and sludge samples.
• Capture, prepare and submit analytical results through the LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) within the required turnaround times. Evaluate Laboratory data on a daily basis using relevant mathematical and statistical analysis.
• Undertake research and initiate development work if and when required.
• Research and develop analytical techniques and supervise their implementation and if permitted, publish in relevant scientific journals. Conduct general and preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment as scheduled.
• Conduct method development and validation to meet targets and accreditation objectives within specified time frames. Avail yourself during on-going internal and external audits.
• Participate in Proficiency Testing Schemes. Investigate root cause of non-conformances registered during internal and external audits as well as deviations from the Quality Management System and implement corrective actions. Verify and calibrate Laboratory equipment according to SOP’s.
• Undergo internal and external assessments and be a Technical Signatory approved by SANAS. Access, interpret, evaluate and authorize Laboratory results and data
• Supervise daily activities of Laboratory Assistants, Laboratory Aides and Workers to ensure compliance to Quality Management System requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry (NQF 6)  
• Become a Technical Signatory within a maximum of 18 months from date of appointment.
•  3 years in a SANAS Accredited Water / Chemical Laboratory  Working knowledge of ISO 17025

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive and attend to works orders per Depot (per week) daily. Check for accuracy and completeness of work orders before submitting to the various Depots. Capture on SAP PM unaccounted for water anomalies found on their investigations.
• Efficient and effective extraction of data from MIS/SAP PM as requested by supervisor. Escalation of urgent Quality Assurance inconsistencies/anomalies found. Compile and present information as requested by supervisor for analysis. Monitoring and report of all late and outstanding CRM, C111 backlog report on a weekly basis.
• Check and confirm the accuracy and completeness of information in completed works orders on the MIS system. Monitor and report non-compliance and data errors to the relevant Unit. Manager/Supervisor and give suggestions on the ways of dealing with deficiencies.
• Liaise with customers on feedback quality of jobs done by the Networks on the reported problems. Attend to all daily requests of work orders by customers and billing Department. Monitoring all late and outstanding new connections requests as requested by Supervisor.
• Compile and present customer feedback survey to Supervisor for Customer Satisfaction Survey Project. Keep the Monitoring and Evaluation unit informed and updated on data related matters.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 (NQF4)
• 1-year working experience in data management Computer literacy
• Good command of English

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Correct and update existing infrastructure on the database.
• Receive requests from the public and internal departments.
• Clarify request by communicating with clients.
• Produce hard copy and electronic drawings including details such as valves, fitting, and chamber.
• Update existing water and sanitation plumbers’ books.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12/N3 (NQF 4)
• 1-year AUTOCAD experience.
• Understanding of water and sewer infrastructure.
• GIS and data capturing experience.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and define objectives associated with data administration and development of GIS systems. Evaluate and comment on applicability of specific key performance indicators and measures against outcomes detailed in the Department’s business and strategic Plans.
• Implement HR policies and procedures to control/regulate workplace conflict and / or instituting corrective measures and consultation processes to address deviations from standards.
• Analyse trends, operating requirements and forward plans to establish funding for the period, assessing the accuracy of project estimations referring to specifications. Ensure accurate estimates are prepared in relation to requirements enabling the section to contribute positively towards meeting objectives and sustaining the quality and standards of service delivery.
• Guide the drafting, adjudicating and reporting processes with regards to tenders and verifying details, terms and conditions, specifications, etc. comply with laid down policies, regulations and procedures. Implement procedures to administer contracts and the processing of completion and payment invoice.
• Direct and control the administration of the Johannesburg Water GIS water and sewer infrastructure data and mapping environment Manage the implementation of standard operating procedures and policies for integrated and coordinated system development. Monitor project deliverables against milestones and critically examine interim reports with a view to identifying and addressing deviations from agreed scope of work.
• Prepare detailed reports outlining specific constraints and opportunities for changing key performance areas to sustain the quality of output. Liaise and communicate with the IT department and IT service providers to maintain a high level of compute and application efficiency within the department. Ensure a stable working environment, uninterrupted flow and optimum GIS system functionality and performance within Johannesburg Water.
• Organise the resolution of problematic and complex data discrepancies in spatial and attribute data by querying, analysing and matching data to other data sets. Ensure optimum database performance and integrity, maximum availability of IMQS website, and secure controlled access to GIS systems and data.
• Report monthly statistics on the progress of projects and client services delivered for management reports, communicate with users on a regular basis to ensure good customer relations and knowledge of user needs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma in GIS/ National Diploma in IT System Development (NQF 6)
• 8 years in GIS systems/Databases/Software of which 3 must be in management. Knowledge of water and sewer infrastructure.