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JOB REQUIREMENTS

• NQF 8 - science
• NQF 6 - general management education
• 8 years of post-graduate experience in the science
• 5 years of post-graduate experience in the water industry, particularly Catchment management
• 3 years experience in managing science staff
• Code 8 driver’s licence
• Proven commercial business management experience

The following are the primary duties of the position:

• Transform the operating model of the section from a corporate-funded cost centre into a profit-making commercialised business unit
• Developing, optimising, and implementing a business strategy for the section (the incumbent needs to decide on the cutting-edge catchment management services to be provided and market segment to be targeted so that the section activities are commercially viable)
• Ensure the financial viability of the section at all times
• Conducting marketing/sales activities and contracting customers for supply of services
• Developing and establishing processes to supply services to the contracted customers
• Managing operation of the service supply processes
• Conducting research and development activities on cutting-edge catchment management services, market service needs and operational processes to deliver those services
• Providing leadership to the section
• Planning, organising, implementing, and controlling section work (projects, project programmes)
• Managing section human resources, including staff temporally seconded from other sections
• Managing section finance and procurement
• Managing SHEQ aspects for the section

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Minimum Requirements

• Minimum: Appropriate Recognized Degree at NQF Level 8 in Commerce, Accounting, Engineering Sciences, Natural Sciences or equivalent.
• Desired: Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, or related field.
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA), CIMA, or compliance certification is desirable.
• Minimum: 10 years’ experience in governance, compliance, or financial leadership roles.
• Proven ability to manage compliance in regulated/municipal environments.
• Desired: Registration with a statutory body (SAICA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).

Primary Duties

• Develop compliance and governance strategies that embed accountability, transparency, fairness, efficiency, and compliance across the organisation.
• Manage alignment of compliance frameworks with municipal legislation, water services regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Direct enterprise risk management frameworks and maintain transparent reporting on compliance and governance risks.
• Develop anti-corruption, ethics, and whistleblowing programmes that promote a culture of fairness and accountability.
• Implement compliance with occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations through transparent audits and accountable controls.
• Manage legal and governance advisory services to maintain policies and frameworks that are compliant and defensible under audit.
• Direct stakeholder engagement with regulators, auditors, and government bodies to maintain fair and transparent reporting.
• Administer fraud prevention and internal investigations, maintaining efficiency, accountability, and transparency in outcomes.
• Direct crisis management and business continuity planning to maintain compliance, transparency, and efficiency in response.

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Minimum Requirements

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
• Desired: Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or equivalent mandatory. Master’s Degree in Finance or Business Leadership is advantageous.
• Minimum: 10+ years’ senior-level financial management experience, preferably in utilities, infrastructure, or public sector.
• Proven track record to lead with fairness, transparency, and accountability in finance.

Primary Duties

• Develop and implement financial strategies that ensure accountability, transparency, fairness, and efficiency.
• Direct financial insights to support executive decisions and sustainable growth.
• Develop and manage transparent budgeting processes.
• Direct efficient allocation of resources and maintain accountability for financial performance.
• Develop and administer accurate, transparent financial reporting frameworks.
• Implement governance, compliance, and internal control standards across all finance functions.
• Direct treasury management frameworks to safeguard organisational assets.
• Develop and implement risk management processes that maintain accountability and efficiency.
• Direct procurement processes that are transparent, fair, and compliant.
• Manage contract and supplier frameworks to maintain efficiency and accountability.
• Manage internal and external audit processes to maintain audit readiness.
• Direct implementation of corrective actions to strengthen financial governance.
• Maintain stakeholder confidence through transparent and accountable financial practices.
• Coordinate executive-level engagements on governance, audit, and compliance matters.

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Minimum Requirements

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Social Sciences, Commerce, or related field (NQF 7).
• Postgraduate qualification in Management, Strategic Human Capital, or Organisational Development (NQF 8) preferred.
• Desired: Professional registration with a recognised body such as SABPP, HPCSA, or equivalent is desirable.
• Additional certification in Labour Relations, Compliance, or Public Sector Governance will be an advantage, to support fair and transparent workforce management.
• Minimum: 8–10 years’ HR experience.
• Proven track record in leading HR strategy, labour relations, workforce transformation, and governance compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder relations (executives, unions, regulators) with accountability and transparency.
• Desired: Experience in public-sector or regulated environments will be a strong advantage, to ensure efficiency and compliance with governance frameworks.

Primary Duties

• Develop and implement human capital strategies and policies that align with organisational goals and municipal integration.
• Direct strategic HR frameworks that ensure accountability, transparency, fairness, efficiency, and compliance.
• Manage recruitment, selection, and placement processes that are fair, transparent, and efficient.
• Develop succession, manpower, and career development frameworks that align with organisational needs and sustainability.
• Develop and implement employment equity and transformation initiatives that advance diversity and inclusivity.
• Monitor and administer progress against equity targets, maintaining accountability and transparency.
• Implement performance management frameworks that promote accountability and fairness.
• Direct training, development, and capacity-building programmes aligned with organisational objectives.
• Manage labour relations processes to maintain compliance with legislation and collective agreements.
• Administer grievance, dispute, and disciplinary processes in a fair, accountable, and transparent manner.
• Develop and implement inclusive employee wellness frameworks that enhance organisational efficiency.
• Manage employee support systems that maintain fairness and transparency.
• Manage HR budgets and financial reporting in line with PFMA, MFMA, and governance standards.
• Control cost drivers and implement measures that maintain efficiency and accountability.
• Manage HR information systems to maintain accurate, transparent, and compliant workforce data.
• Direct workforce analytics to support accountable decision-making.
• Implement HR policies and practices that comply with legislation and governance standards.
• Administer audit processes and corrective actions in a transparent and efficient manner.
• Develop initiatives that strengthen culture and embed accountability, fairness, and efficiency.
• Coordinate engagement with executives, unions, and municipal partners on HR transformation.

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Minimum Requirements

• Minimum: Appropriate Recognized Degree at NQF Level 8 in Commerce, Accounting, Engineering Sciences, Natural Sciences or equivalent.
• Desired: A Master’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Public Administration (e.g. MBA, MBL, MSc or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 9).
• Recognised membership by a professional body (e.g. ECSA, SACNASP, SAICE, IODSA, etc) is desirable
• Additional training or certification in public sector governance, compliance, or financial management is an advantage is desirable
• Minimum: Minimum of 10 years in business development, strategic planning, or investment analysis, ideally in utilities, municipal, or public sector environments.
• Proven track record of leading projects with accountability and transparent stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in structuring deals and partnerships that are fair, efficient, and compliant with governance requirements.

Primary Duties

• Develop new business markets and opportunities to diversify revenue streams.
• Manage growth initiatives to maintain efficiency and fairness in execution.
• Implement transparent reporting on expansion outcomes for executive leadership.
• Develop and manage partnerships with municipalities, government, and industry stakeholders.
• Direct stakeholder engagements to maintain accountability and transparency.
• Maintain sustainable relationships that support organisational growth and compliance
• Develop innovative revenue models that optimise value for money.
• Manage commercial ventures to maintain transparency, compliance, and accountability.
• Implement fair and efficient evaluations of commercial viability.
• Develop feasibility frameworks that support accountable investment decisions.
• Manage investments through transparent assessments and efficient risk controls.
• Administer investment processes that balance stakeholder interests fairly.
• Monitor market and industry trends to support evidence-based decisions.
• Manage business analyses to maintain transparency, accuracy, and accountability.
• Implement insights that improve efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability.
• Direct contract negotiations to maintain fairness and transparency.
• Administer agreements to reflect accountable governance and efficient resource allocation.
• Maintain clear documentation to support defensible decisions and compliance.
• Develop CSR initiatives that promote fairness, inclusivity, and equity in socio-economic impact.
• Manage CSR activities to maintain transparency, accountability, and compliance.
• Implement sustainable solutions that balance organisational growth with community benefit.

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Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must be in possession of a recognised Diploma or Degree in Social Science, Labour Relations or Labour Law.
• Advanced Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Law, Advanced Programme in Labour Relations or Labour Dispute Resolution Practice will serve as an Advantage.
• 3 years proven experience in a unionised environment and in a supervisory capacity.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of the CCMA and bargaining council proceedings is essential.

Primary Duties

• Ensure standard Employee Relations Management processes.
• Initiate projects that involve all the relevant stakeholders in order to enhance employee relations strategic objectives on site.
• Roll out of values and ethics.
• Ensure capacity building of line management by conducting information sessions, individual coaching and counselling sessions, ad hoc consultation sessions. Make recommendations regarding training interventions.
• Presentation of cases at the bargaining council, CCMA and Labour Court. This includes directions and submissions of affidavits, opposing of late applications/ condonations, negotiations to attend settlement applications of rescissions of awards
• Implement effective ER strategies policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence of agreements with labour and line management.
• Monitor climate and report on trends and potential risks to the organization.
• Assess the nature and possible risk associated with conflict situations and apply appropriate strategies to facilitate conflict handling.
• Implementation and monitoring of Rand Waters HR processes as required of the HR specialist role.

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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 Literacy and English (minimum of Level 4 in ALL the 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).
• For People with Disabilities (PWDS)
• Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing should be able to provide their own interpreters at their own costs, since this is a learnership and they should be able to Hear and Communicate
• Proof of disability (Doctor’s Certificate/report or signed ITRDD13 by a registered medical doctor) MUST accompany the application

The following COMPULSORY 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

• Develop and maintain implementation of operational schedules for procurement and supply
• Manage procurement and supply relationships and contracts
• Monitor and measure procurement and supply performance

Responsibilities during Learnership Programme:

• Attend classes as part of the learnership programme
• Participate in discussions and activities during class
• Complete assignments and projects as required
• Write assessments and complete practical logbook to evaluate knowledge and understanding

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Minimum Requirements

• NQF 7: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems or equivalent.
• 5 years relevant experience covering the following areas:
• LIMS and Microsoft SQL environment.
• Application and Report development at both tactical (LIMS Management & Analysis reports.
• Data flow and information analysis.
• Information dissemination \ publication.
• Functional and Technical system and report design \ specification.
• System analysis, design, development, implement, maintain applications and integration.
• Developing test scenarios and carry out unit, integration and user acceptance testing.
• Writing detailed functional and technical specifications, system documentation or manuals.
• Compiling system and training documentation.
• System maintenance and end-user support.
• Data Extraction and 3rd party product integration.
• Application change management principles, procedures and controls.
• Version control or software configuration control procedures.
• Investigation and proposing of solutions to business problems.
• Laboratory Instrument Interfacing with LIMS.
• Data quality management (Data ownership and custodianship).
• Providing end-user training
• 3 years Water Quality Laboratory Environment
• 3 years project Management experience.
• 2 years cloud computing experience.

Primary Duties

• Identifying, gathering / extracting, analyzing and documenting business information requirements and problems reported, from business representatives. LIMS solutions to meet Business Process / Data Owner expectations by following SDLC methodology.
• Analyse issues that have been raised and implement fixes for the issues.
• Database data integrity and basic database administration.
• Project administration and management.
• Support and participate in the disaster recovery and redundancy protocols of the LIMS system and database.
• Conduct technology research to stay abreast of developments in LIMS and database management.
• Mentoring and development of Scientific Services (SS) application users.
• Development of training programmes for SS application users
• Fulfil a role within the SHEQ systems e.g., Fire Fighter, First Aider, SHE Rep when required to do so following an engagement and an agreement with the employer as outlined in the act.

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Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12).
• N3 (Desirable, but not essential).
• At least 12 months experience in a similar environment.
• Ability to do minor electrical repairs.

Primary Duties

• Carrying of tools and materials.
• To clean up machines and work area when job is completed.
• Ensure good housekeeping in maintained.
• Follow safe work procedures.
• Assist Artisan, Workshop Assistant with job related duties and collect spares from the stores.
• Do plant inspections and report any unsafe conditions to the Supervisor or Artisan.

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Minimum Requirements

• NQF 8 - in science, water quality engineering or chemical engineering
• NQF 6 - General management
• 8 years of post-graduate experience in the science and or engineering industry
• 5 years of post-graduate experience in the water industry
• 2 years of post-graduate experience in project management
• 3 years experience in managing science or engineering staff
• Code 8 driver’s licence
• Competent in WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint, pro-ADOBE, Outlook, etc.

OTHER DESIRABLE NEEDS

• NQF 6+ in project management
• NQF 5+ digital technology including:
• Water supply system digital modelling
• Artificial Intelligence

Experience in:

• Water supply system digital modelling
• Artificial Intelligence

The following are the specific duties of the position:

• Understand and conduct short, medium and long-term water quality risk assessments on raw water sources and determining the suitability of the drinking water supply system infrastructure (treatment plants and distribution networks) to continuously produce safe and acceptable quality drinking water.

Verifying capability of drinking water supply system infrastructure to produce safe and acceptable drinking water supplies, including:

• Review and provide operations optimisation comments for existing drinking water supply system infrastructure,
• Comment and participate in process audits (process capability and process condition assessments), and/or
• Comment on suitability of proposed new / changed drinking water supply system infrastructure.
• Develop, optimising, and implementing Water Safety Plans (Water Quality Management Systems) for Rand Water’s current, and potential new water supply systems. This includes the ability to define, optimise and ensure implementation of water quality monitoring programmes and incident management protocols.
• Conduct department services to commercial projects.
• Incorporating digital technologies (modelling, artificial intelligence - AI, etc) in all the department outputs/services.

Providing leadership:

• Planning, organising, implementing, and controlling section work,
• Managing human resources, and Managing finance and procurement.