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Job Summary

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Center

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Requirements and Expectations

Requirements

An MSc Degree or equivalent qualification in Hydrology or Geohydrology. Six (6) years post BSc natural scientific experience. Compulsory registration with the South African Council for Scientific Professions 
(SACNASP) as a Professional Natural Scientist. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Good experience in modelling technologies. Knowledge and experience in groundwater resources assessment/exploration, aquifer characterization, acid mine drainage, develop and use of information management products/tools.  Knowledge and experience of computer-based groundwater assessment programs. Knowledge of guidelines, protocol, standards, and norms for groundwater developments, protection, and management. Understanding of Integrated Water Resources Management.  Proven ability to communicate scientific information in a brief and clearly expressed manner in writing and verbally including good technical report writing skills.  Sound knowledge of the National Water Act and other related legislation.  Computer literacy and ability to use software packages.  The ability to integrate and interpret water quality data and draw scientifically sound conclusions based on fundamental data.  A proven ability to manage a multidisciplinary group of scientists and other professionals.  Good conceptual thinking skills are essential.  Sound knowledge of project management, financial management and people management.

Duties

Coordinate the management of geohydrological services in the sub-directorate and undertake integrated groundwater resource studies (quality, quantity, habitat, and biota) with a focus on the impact of land-based activities on water.  Evaluate and assess geohydrology reports.  Provide scientific and technical expertise in the field of geohydrology and / earth sciences to assess, develop, protect, use, conserve and manage groundwater resources.  Support the implementation of groundwater protection strategies and related protocols at the Regional / Provincial level.  Coordinate the development of integrated water resource modelling methodologies and analysis tools.  Coordinate the reporting on the state of regional groundwater.  Establish and maintain groundwater monitoring network.  Ensure collection of groundwater.  Provide groundwater resources expertise to all stakeholders including the water sector and any other interested parties.  Liaise with other Government Departments, local authorities, the public, and other clients on groundwater-related issues.  Mentor and develop personnel.  Lead and manage projects.