Job Vacancies at Rand Water

Job Advert Summary    

• Rand water is looking for a candidate who will be able to provide, promote and maintain highest level of professional Health Care for staff employed at Bulk Water Distribution and Transport.  To ensure a healthy productive workforce.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12
• Computer literate
• Enrolled Nurse, registered with South African Nursing Council
• 2 years industry / occupational health experienc
• Drivers’ License
• First Aid Co-ordination  knowledge and skill

Primary Duties    

• Assist the OHP with general administrative duties of the OHC
• Ensure updating of daily register and confidential files in the OHC.
• Assist with Co-ordination of First Aid box and register control
• Medical Screening: assist OMP/OHP to carry out pre-employment, periodical and exit medicals
• Travelling to the districts to assist OHP to set up temporary clinic – to conduct medicals.
• In conjunction with the OHP, Attendance of OHS meetings may be required -offer feedback, advise and presentations
• Assist with management of injuries/emergencies sustained in the workplace
• Conduct Health awareness

Knowledge    

• Computer literate
• Knowledge of OHS Act
• Knowledge of Nursing Act. No. 50. Of 1978

Skills    

• Ability to communicate well (both verbally and in writing)
• Administration Skills
• Good Record keeping
• Provide guidance on health issues
• Attitude    
• Problem Solving
• Co-operative
• Deadline Orientated
• Punctual
• Team Player
• Responsible
• Plan and Prioritise
• Confidentiality

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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    

• NQF4 with Maths and Science
• Two years 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.

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Job Advert Summary    

• Rand Water is looking for a Compliance Specialist to provide specialist functional support to the Compliance Division on responsibilities relating to implementation of the compliance risk management.

Minimum Requirements    

• Degree in law, audit or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in a compliance role
• Compliance, Audit, Legal background
• Postgraduate qualification in the relevant field would be an added advantage
• Professional Membership or ability to be a member with Compliance Institute of Southern Africa or any other relevant professional membership
• Experience in State Owned Enterprise compliance would be an added advantage
• Experience in the water sector would be an added advantage

Primary Duties    

• Conduct regulatory and compliance annual risk assessment;
• Consolidating reporting of organizational compliance issues;
• Compile compliance strategy and compliance risks;
• Develop a compliance coverage plan;
• Monitor and report on the Rand Water’s adherence to statutory laws, legislative requirements, standard operating procedures and in-house policies and procedures;
• Collaborate with business in developing action plans to respond to regulatory changes and to address shortfalls in compliance;
• Provide compliance monitoring and to the Supply Chain Management Bid Committees;
• Champion resolution of compliance issues;
• Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk exposure;
• Identify inherent business risk areas for non-compliance and develop policies to manage and mitigate risks;
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and quality assurance of compliance procedures, systems and controls;
• Liaise with executive management and shareholder via the relevant established governance structure with regards to the Rand Water’s compliance and sustainability;
• Promote a compliance culture within the organization and its subsidiaries;
• Presenting reports to the governance structure;
• Manage, supervise and execute the Compliance Coverage Plan;
• Manage staff, including staff selection, motivation and performance reviews;
• Assess maturity of the compliance;
• Conduct research and development for emerging trends in compliance;
• Implement change management;
• Ensure regular self-assessments and independent reviews of the compliance function;
• Collaborate with line management to advice and enhance facilitation of discharging responsibilities in order to:
• Protect the Rand Water’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 awareness campaigns and road shows to enhance understanding of new and existing compliance requirements.

Knowledge    

• Computer literacy in all MS Office programmes
• Knowledge of the Generally Accepted Compliance Practice (GACP)
• Maturity and good interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Explore monitoring software technology for adequate compliance management (end-result implementation)
• Possess the initiative and capability to work independently and effectively as a team player
• Ability to interact with people in a multidisciplinary and multicultural working environment
• Work experience with a wide and diverse spectrum of groups and individuals

Skills    

• Strong Communication skill (both verbal and written)
• Planning and Organising
• Report writing skill
• Proven analytical and ability to evaluate compliance risk
• Ability to prioritise
• Time management
• Relationship building skill
• Proactive, motivated, target driven and diligent
• Strong constitution and extra conviction
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate in an assertive manner
• Manage implementation of an effective compliance program
• People management
• Ability to be innovative in driving permeation of a broader compliance culture in Rand Water
• Excellent organisational, operational and administrative skills.

Attitude    

• Ethical and principled
• Fair and modest
• Proactive, target driven and diligent
• Willingness to keep learning
• Diligent
• Strong constitution and extra conviction
• Strong attention to detail
• Adopt a positive attitude towards group dynamics
• Ability to communicate in an assertive manner
• Manage implementation of an effective compliance program
• Motivated
• Maturity and good interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Ability to be innovative in driving permeation of a broader compliance culture in Rand Water
• Open and responsive to constructive criticism

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Job Advert Summary    

• Rand Water is looking for Compliance Support Administrator to provide effective and efficient administrative support services to the Compliance Division.

Minimum Requirements    

Matric,

• A Certificate in Office Administration/Office Practice or equivalent,
• A minimum of 4 - 5 years’ proven administrative support experience,
• Experience in State Owned Enterprise compliance would be an added advantage,
• Experience in the water sector would be an added advantage.

Primary Duties    

• Assisting the Group Regulatory & Compliance Division with administrative duties
• Ensuring timeous submission of reports

Office Support Administration

• Communication: Email and telephonic etiquette
• Keep record of daily attendance in the attendance register and timeously submit to the relevant divisions
• Organising and providing administrative services to relevant meetings.
• File all the divisional documents and submit documents approved documents to other stakeholders.
• Assist with annual planning and budget monitoring.
• Assist the team with administrative support of planning and implementing training
• Assist with monitoring of the regulatory environment
• General administrative support
• Assist with maintenance of diary
• Submit reports to relevant stakeholders
• Record all compliance related findings on registers.
• Arranging courses, workshops, subscriptions for the division.

Knowledge    

• Computer literacy in all MS Office programmes
• Excellent administrative skills
• Working knowledge of compliance
• Working knowledge of SAP would be an added advantage
• Possess the initiative and capability to work independently and effectively as a team player

Skills    

• Strong Communication skill (both verbal and written)
• Planning and Organising
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Ability to prioritise
• Time management
• Professional attitude
• Strong attention to detail
• Diligent
• Maturity and good interpersonal and problem solving skills

Attitude    

• Ethical and principled
• Fair and modest
• Proactive, target driven and diligent
• Willingness to keep learning
• Adopt a positive attitude towards group dynamics
• Ability to communicate in an assertive manner
• Motivated

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Job Advert Summary    

• Reporting to the Assistant Mechanical Foreman the successful candidate will maintain, machine to close tolerances, service and repair Mechanical plant, machinery and equipment to ensure availability of an efficient plant and continuous water supply to customers.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 or equivalent coupled with a recognized trade test as a Fitter and Turner.
• 3 years post apprenticeship experience in maintenance, service, installation and repair of
•  Mechanical plant machinery and/or equipment
• A valid Code 08 Driver‘s license and the ability to pass Rand Water’s K53 test.

Primary Duties    

• Perform daily maintenance on plant equipment as well as scheduled preventative maintenance and scheduled Centrifugal pumps. Perform safety inspections on plant equipment.
• Perform installations of plant equipment by safe transporting of equipment, repack glands, and install guards etc. Follow the permit system.
• Install mechanical plant machinery and/or equipment accurately.
• Servicing of Mechanical plant equipment by following safe working instructions as well as performing good housekeeping at all times.
• Receive and Completion of job cards in terms of the Rand Water procedures.

Knowledge    

• Special training in Pumps
• Knowledge of the OHS act
• Basic cutting and welding
• Maintenance of valves and pipes

Skills    

• Good human relations
• Accurate and versatile in all aspects of maintenance with skill to machine in close tolerances
• Problem solving

Attitude    

• Ability to work independent
• Initiative
• Deadline orientated
• Self-motivated
• Team player
• Performance driven
• Safety conscious

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Job Advert Summary    

• Reporting to the Mechanical Foreman the successful candidate will be responsible for the supervision, control and organizing within the Maintenance Mechanical Section staff put under his/her control in order to ensure availability of an efficient plant & continuous water supply to customers. Assist in giving advice during plant failures and modification with regards to Mechanical Systems at Vereeniging Pumping Station

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12/N3 or equivalent combined with a recognized trade test qualification in the Mechanical trade.
• 7 Years post apprenticeship experience as a mechanical artisan of which 3 years must be in a supervisory capacity.
• Computer literate.
• Code B drivers’ license and ability to pass Rand Water’s K53 Test.
• Knowledge of SAP and MAXIMO will serve as an added advantage.

Primary Duties    

• The incumbent will ensure availability of an effective plant and continuous water supply to customers. The critical functions will include:
• Ensuring optimal availability and reliability of plant and machinery in the most cost effective manner.
• Management of staff and activities within the maintenance mechanical workshop by maintaining good labour relations.
• Ensure mechanical plant, equipment and installations are maintained at acceptable standards. Initiate investigations into problematic plant and equipment as well as performing conditioning monitoring. Provide sound technical reports regarding plants and equipment to maintenance management for decision making purposes and doing research and advice maintenance management on industry best practices.
• Manage attendance, utilization and training of staff. Recruitment of staff within area of responsibility in line with Employment equity objectives and targets to facilitate succession planning, promotion and development of staff members.
• Ensure Legal and procedural compliance in line Rand Water policies and procedures.
• Financial Management including budgeting cost allocation & variance reporting for the Maintenance Mechanical Section.
• Control and monitor Contractors performing projects on site.

Knowledge    

• Interpretation of Mechanical drawings
• Advanced Mechanical faultfinding techniques
• Ability to develop scope of work specifications
• Trouble shooting
• ISO 9001, 14001 & Occupational Health and Safety
• Safe working procedures

Skills    

• Computer
• Good communication skills (both spoken and written)
• Planning and reporting skills
• Problem solving
• Administrative
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills
• Training and mentoring
• Supervision

Attitude    

• Deadline orientated
• Performance driven
• Productivity
• Time Management
• Service -orientated
• Self-motivated, team player
• Attention to detail
• Good human relations
• Accuracy

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Job Advert Summary    

• Reporting to the Assistant Mechanical Foreman, the successful candidate will assist the Artisan in stripping, repairing, assembling and installing various types of machines and equipment.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12
• 6 months working experience in a Mechanical Workshop environment
• Code B driver’s license and the ability to pass the Rand Water K53 drivers evaluation.
• Safety Training

Primary Duties    

• Assist Artisan in selecting tools and cleaning of machine/parts
• Assist the Artisan in repairing and assembling various types of machines.
• Assist the Artisan in stripping various machinery by using various types of tools disassembling components. Cleaning of dirty parts and cleaning components as pe r Artisan instructions.
• General Housekeeping duties including cleaning of workshop machinery and equipment.

Knowledge    

• Basic hand tools and workshop machinery

Skills    

• Good housekeeping skills
• Ability to communicate well
• Versatile in all aspects of maintenance

Attitude    

• Team player
• Self motivated.
• Safety consciousness
• Accuracy
• Good human relations
• Performance driven
• Initiative and work independently