Job Opportunities at Rand Water

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

• 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.
• 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
• Certified copy of Matric (Grade 12) Certificate
• Proof of residence

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Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• Trade test (instrumental Mechanician, mechanical and Electrician)
• 3 years relevant experience with supervisory capacity
• Water Treatment Technology (NQF level 4) will be serve as Advantage
• Knowledge of the OHS Act
• Computer literate
• Completion of SDP or equivalent will be an added advantage
• Valid code 08 driver’s license

Primary Duties

• Managing District Staff.
• Manage budget & communication on district.
• Planned/Unplanned shutdowns.
• Liaising with consumers and contractors.
• Maintenance management of infrastructure.
• SHEQ Management.
• Knowledge
• Sound Management experience.
• OHS Act.
• Labour relations.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Liaising skills.
• Management & People Skills.
• Ability to work without supervision.

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Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12.
• 1 year experience in a similar environment.
• Ability to do maintenance on pipelines.
• Good communication skills.

Primary Duties

• Maintenance of pipelines, valves and meters.
• Pipeline patrols by bicycle.
• Standby duties.
• Upkeep of grounds.
• Cleaning of buildings and offices.

Knowledge

• General maintenance.
• Safety and safe working procedures.

Skills

• Communication skills.
• Ability to ride a bicycle.

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Minimum Requirements

• A formal engineering qualification (B Eng: Civil, BTech: Civil Engineering, BSc Civil Eng of Water Engineering degree)
• A Project Management Qualification (Diploma, Degree, or Project Management Professional- PMP) or Professional Registration with the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Profession.
• A Professional Registration (or eligibility to be registered) with the Engineering Council of SA
• At least 10 years’ experience in all sectors of the water sector.
• Experience in Local Authority structures and Local Authority modus operandi.10 years’ experience in the water cycle management field.

Desirable qualifications are:

• Advanced Management Programme
• Masters in Civil Engineering will be an added advantage.

Primary Duties

• Lead the implementation of Water Demand Management (WDM) in line with National Strategy which defines WDM as the adaptation and implementation of a strategy by a water institution or consumer to influence the water demand and usage of water in order to meet any of the following objectives: economic efficiency, social development, social equity, environmental protection, sustainability of water supply and services and political acceptability.
• Lead the successful execution of Water Cycle Management functions for Rand Water and external clients (DWA and Municipalities) relating to:
• Water balance audits i.e., Automated Meter Reading
• Internal water balances;
• Water Use Efficiency Model
• Information systems i.e. Meter data validations;
• Ensuring the sustainability of water services;
• Making water services affordable;
• Biological remediation;
• Integrated resource management;
• Capacity building;
• Community awareness & education;
• Water Demand Management & Water Conservation (Metering management, Pipe reinforcement, Zone management, Pressure management, Leak management)
• Manage the successful execution of recoverable projects relating to Water Cycle Management on a Cost Recovery Basis.
• Create a culture of Water Cycle Management in Rand Water as well as amongst its customers.
• Source funding for Water Cycle Management activities.
• Manage business opportunities in Water Cycle Management.
• Assist other departments and divisions in Rand Water with expertise in water loss prevention.
• Decision Limits (Accountability) in line with delegated authority, for authorisation of work and procurement of goods and services.
• Human resource management for staff recruitment, performance management, succession planning, retention, training, and development.
• Perform management by:
• Performing stakeholder management (external and internal)
• Aligning strategic objectives with deliverables of project objectives
• Managing the resources (people and money) in the Section

Knowledge

• Good knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring, and controlling Programmes;
• Good knowledge of water conservation and demand management
• Good knowledge of both Programme and Project management methods including PMBOK, MSP (Managing successful programs), and Projects in Controlled Environments 2 (PRINCE2);
• Computer competent in Project Management software (Advanced Level of SAP Project Systems, Enterprise Project Management Tools, and MS Excel);
• Good knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures;
• Knowledge and application of all water services-related legislation;
• Sound business management knowledge.
• A strong grasp of compliance issues and

Skills

• Sound business case development and approvals skills;
• Good understanding of the procurement process including negotiation with 3rd parties;
• Sufficient seniority and credibility to advise Project teams on their Projects in relation to the Programme;
• Programme management principles
• Strategic Management Skills;
• Good Interpersonal skills;
• Excellent co-ordination and facilitation skills, to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary sector and with various stakeholders;
• Excellent analytical and report-writing skills

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Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12.
• 1 years experience in a mechanical environment.
• Basic Knowledge of tools.

Primary Duties

• Assist in maintenance, fabrication and repairs of pipelines components.
• General maintence, loading and uploading of equipment.
• Cleaning tools and equipment.
• Safety and house keeping.

Knowledge

• General maintence.
• Safety knowledge.
• Knowledge of plumbing.

Skills

• Ability to do minor repairs.
• Communication skills