Latest Vacancies at Rand Water

Job Advert Summary    

To establish and implement Water Cycle Management (WCM) in Rand Water’s area of supply as well as outside Rand Water’s area of supply and to get buy-in from other stakeholders through the promotion of partnerships with them.

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

Attitude    

• The ability to clearly articulate and communicate key messages about the work and performance of BWS on a high level;
• The ability to manage diversity and transformation;
• To be able to provide business, technical, and financial acumen to any project/program or business process;
• The ability to find ways of solving or pre-empting problems;
• Proven management, communication, and leadership skills, strong influencing skills (negotiations), conflict resolution skills, and ability to achieve objectives without having direct responsibility (people management skills).

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Job Advert Summary    

The successful candidate will be responsible to transport staff on request as approved by the HRM. To collect and deliver mail for the Human Resources Department as and when required.

Minimum Requirements    

• National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• A certificate in office administration or equivalent will serve as an advantage
• Valid drivers license with the ability to pass Rand Waters K53 test
• Must be in possession of Public Drivers Permit
• 2 years relevant experience functioning in an HR environment

Primary Duties    

• Driver responsibility will include to deliver/collect mail and parcels.
• Ensure at all times that the HR vehicle remains road worthy by performing inspections and reporting all incidents and defects on a daily basis. Keep the vehicle neat and clean at all times.
• The incumbent must collect and deliver documents from and to Rand Water sites. 
• The incumbent must ensure that the Log book, is completed after each trip.
• The successful candidate will transport staff for training and for well-being purposes.
• Comply with all relevant SHE legislation
• Administrative duties such as filing, recording and submission of HR Documents

Knowledge    

• Driving of light motor vehicle
• Road traffic regulations
• ISO 45001

Skills    

• Excellent communication skills (both written and spoken)
• Good driving skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative flair

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Job Advert Summary    

Provide a professional, confidential, and personal secretarial and administration service to the Head: Integration, Monitoring and Evaluation and ensure the smooth running of the Integration, Monitoring and Evaluation activities, including the following activities: Secretariat and administration services, Accuracy, and speed, Typing skills, Administrative refinement skills, Confidentiality, Integrity and loyalty.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric or equivalent with a secretarial/administration/office management diploma
• An advanced secretarial diploma or a recognized qualification in public relations will serve as an added advantage
• 5-10 years of Senior Secretarial / Personnel Assistant experience
• A valid code EB driver’s license and the ability to pass Rand Water’s K53 test
• Experience in working with the National Departments and LocaI Government.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Experience in working with the National Departments and LocaI Government.
• Good computer skills

Primary Duties    

• Handle administrative tasks and correspondence i.e., letters and memos, as delegated and requested by the Head: IME. Follow up on outstanding issues on behalf of the H: IME. Pass on messages and task requests as instructed, to the relevant personnel.
• Obtain approval signature from the H: IME on relevant documentation and forward to the originator.
• Set up and/or receive appointments, meetings, and function dates on behalf of the H: IME.
• Ensure the smooth running of IME’s administration work i.e., correspondence and general office admin
• Support H: IME staff in meeting agreed requirements
• Provide secretariat, general and technical administration services to meet the needs associated with the integration, monitoring and evaluation function in BWS

Knowledge    

• Computer Literacy in MS Office is essential with an emphasis on Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Knowledge of SAP will be an advantage
• Typing
• Dictaphone
• Accurate Minute Taking
• Filing / Record Keeping
• Interpersonal Skills
• Attention to detail
• Telephone etiquette
• Excellent administrative skills i.e., planning
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good organisational skills
• Initiative
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines

Skills    

• The ability to produce good quality reports and minutes timeously.
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Excellent co-ordination and facilitation skills, to work effectively in a multi- disciplinary sector and with various stakeholders.

Attitude    

• Customer orientation
• Highly motivated and high energy levels
•  Always maintain confidentiality

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Job Advert Summary    

Reporting to the Head Protective Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for effective investigations, maintenance of fences, gates, storekeeping, vehicle control and access control systems ensuring effective access control, crime prevention measures, patrolling and guarding of Rand Water property in compliance with relevant legislation, company policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• NKP and PSIRA registration.
• Two years relevant security experience within a National Key point installation.
• Competency certificate from SAPS in handling Pistol, Rifle/Hand Machine Carbine and Shotgun.
• Computer literate.

Primary Duties    

• Reporting and recording of investigations by gathering information. Administering, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses and suspects in compliance with Rand Water policies, standard operating procedures, rules and regulations
• Maintaining of fences, gates and alarms by attending to breakdown on fences, repairing of isolators, isolation of alarm fences and tension of alarm fences.
• Replacement of alarm fences, steel palisades and to obtain material and spares from the stores.
• Compile and manage the budget requirements for the maintenance of fences, gates and alarm fences.
• Control of the Protective Services Stores, issuing of Protective Services uniforms, cleaning material, balancing of all equipment in the Protective Services Stores and ensure general housekeeping.
• Vehicle control by performing daily inspections of all Protective Service vehicles, log books, reporting of kilometer readings as well as general maintenance of vehicles with the Motor Mechanic.
• Maintenance of access control system as well as capturing of information on the database of new employees, production of new access cards for employees and contractors as well as inducting new employees and contractors.

Knowledge    

• Relevant security legislation
• Investigation knowledge
• Company policies and procedures
• Electronic security systems
• Computer literate
• Skills    
• Good communication (both written and verbal)
• Good interpersonal skills
• Administrative skills
• Conflict Management
• Report writing
• Analytical ability
• Basic investigating skills
• Good decision making skills

Attitude    

• Customer service orientation
• Attention to detail
• Performance driven
• Team work
• Results driven
• Assertiveness
• Initiative
• Alertness