Vacancy Details

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Job Summary

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Requirements and Expectations

Requirements

A Senior / Grade 12 certificate with Mathematics / Mathematics Literacy / Science. Six (6) to ten (10) years’ experience in surface or groundwater technical environment i.e. collecting and processing of water related data. High level in computer literacy in Microsoft Excel and Word. Ability to use data management system (HYDSTRA). Knowledge of surface water monitoring instruments and data processing and administration. Knowledge and understanding of hydrological or geo-hydrological processes and the relevant database and or systems. Knowledge of relevant equipment’s and OHS. Understanding of tendering processes, purchasing of instruments and materials. Problem solving and analysis. Good interpersonal relations, organizational skills, technical report writing skills and understanding of relevant software. Good communication skills both (verbal and written). Willingness to travel.

Duties

Assist in the auditing of hydrological data (stream flow data / surface water levels data, evaporation and rainfall data etc). Must be able to use data and information systems (HYDSTRA) to perform duties (data auditing, data quality control and data dissemination). Provide technical assistance in the archiving of hydrological data. Provide technical support to the regions thereby ensuring that good quality data is archived by the regions and head office. Assist with dissemination of hydrological data and information to various stakeholders. Assist in dam balance calculation and verification of dam recipes. Assist in the compilation of state of national dams, bulletin (report) on a weekly basis and ensure timely circulation and publication to internal and external stakeholders.