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Requirements

A relevant BSc (Honours) degree in applied geology, geology, geological sciences, or a relevant qualification. Three (3) years of post-qualification experience in the following fields: engineering geology, geohydrology, geophysics, soil mechanics, and rock mechanics as a natural scientist. Professional scientist registration with the South African Council of Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) in the field of practice geological sciences or earth sciences as a natural scientist. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Working knowledge of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998); Dam Safety Regulations, 2012 (No. 35062); and related policies. Computer literacy.  Working knowledge of relevant Engineering Geological and geotechnical engineering legislation and related policies. Knowledge of National Environmental Management: Waste Act 2008 and Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act 2002 for Borrow Areas, Quarry Development, and Stockpiling. Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations 16. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act. Ability to review technical and scientific reports and provide recommendations. Exposure to construction environment management. Technical report writing skills. Ability to provide technical and scientific support to Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) units and other government departments. Professional Judgment. Good communication, presentation, and networking skills. People management skills. Planning, organizing, conflict management, and change management. Excellent problem-solving and analysis. The ability to work independently and to interact with communities, Professional Service Providers (PSPs), and planning partners in the water sector. Willingness to travel extensively all over the country and work irregular hours.

Duties

Provide geological services towards the development, maintenance, rehabilitation, and refurbishment of bulk water infrastructure projects. This includes, amongst others, the development of geological and geotechnical investigation programs at different construction phases and the development of financial proposals and terms of reference. Development of soil and rock laboratory testing programs that take into consideration local geology, geohazards, and codes of practice for development on problem soils and dolomitic land. Compilation of foundation and material investigation programs and reports for the design and construction of Category II and III dams, sourcing of construction materials, and modeling probabilities of failure in slopes, embankments, and reservoirs. Compilation of Environmental Management Programs for geotechnical investigations.  Provide technical inputs to DWS civil engineering projects. Provide technical support to regional and cluster offices on projects. Represent the department in various fora, including participation in the technical committee meetings for projects. Assist in the management of PSPs where required. Attend meetings and manage conflict among various stakeholders during the implementation of geological and geotechnical projects.