RAND WATER GRADUATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

GRADUATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME - Catchment X1

Job Advert Summary     

Water quality monitoring and hydrological modelling within the Vaal Dam and Vaal Barrage catchment areas to ensure protection of raw water quality.

24 Months Contract

Minimum Requirements             

•         Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology, Environmental Science, Water Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or related field. (Honours or Master’s degree advantageous).

•         Valid South African driver’s license (Code B) – field travel may be required.

•         Willingness to work in remote areas and conduct fieldwork under varying weather conditions.

•         Good report writing and communication skills in English (other South African languages advantageous).

•         Familiarity with GIS applications (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS).

Primary Duties 

•         Conduct fieldwork for surface and/or groundwater quality sampling in catchment areas.

•         Monitor water quality parameters using manual and automated methods.

•         Assist in the setup, calibration, and validation of hydrological and water quality models,

•         Collect, clean, analyse, and interpret hydrological and water quality data using GIS and statistical tools.

•         Conduct catchment delineation and land use impact assessments.

•         Contribute to technical reports, presentations, and stakeholder meetings.

•         Identify pollution sources and assessing water quality trends.

•         Stay updated with national legislation (e.g., NWA, NEMA), DWS water quality standards, and relevant modelling frameworks.

Knowledge        

·         Basic understanding of hydrological processes and catchment dynamics.

·         Exposure to hydrological and/or water quality modelling software.

·         Competency in data analysis using Excel.

·         Knowledge of South African water legislation and catchment management frameworks.

Skills    

·         Attention to detail and commitment to scientific integrity.

·         Team player with ability to work independently when needed.

·         Enthusiasm for environmental protection and water sustainability.

·         Community engagement, or stakeholder interaction.

·         Basic knowledge of water quality indicators (e.g., TDS, pH, Nutrients, E. coli).

Attitude              

·         Analytical.

·         Accurate and pay attention to details.

·         Hard working

·         Time Management.

Policy

In making the final selection, consideration will be given to achieving Rand Water’s Employment Equity Objectives.

OR

In evaluating prospective applicants and making the final selection, preference will be given to Females and/or People with Disability to give effect to Rand Water’s Employment Equity Objectives.

Should you not receive correspondence from Rand Water within 30 days from the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

Rand Water reserves the right not to make appointments to any of the advertised positions at any stage

The potential appointment to this position shall be subject to serving a MAXIMUM probation period of up to 12 months, based on a FLEXIBLE monthly probation evaluation process before confirmation of permanent employment in Rand Water

Job Advert Summary     

Graduate Development Programme – Quality X1

24 Months Contract

Minimum Requirements             

•         Four years qualification (NQF 8) in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry.

•         Experience in research projects and techniques.

Primary Duties 

•         Development of new analytical methods, or improvement of methods in the field of Analytical Chemistry.

•         Performance of analysis and trouble shouting related to methods and instruments.

•         Documentation and checking of results on the identified databases.

•         Performance and documentation of all quality control checks of identified analytical test according to the ISO 17025 accreditation system.

•         Undertaking maintenance of equipment/instrumentation and keeping of appropriate documentation.

•         Adherence to SHEQ practices and good housekeeping principles in the area of work

Knowledge        

•         Knowledge and understanding of analytical chemistry methods and techniques

•         Knowledge of good laboratory practice (GLP)

•         Basic statistical knowledge

•         Knowledge and understanding of Project Management

Skills    

•         Computer literacy in Word Processing and spreadsheet applications.

•         Ability to prioritise, organise and plan.

•         Skilled in the application of analytical methodologies and instrument techniques

•         Effective written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Attitude              

•         Quality and output driven person who can handle pressure and routine work.

•         Ability to interact with staff and customers

•         Team worker but must also be able to work independently

•         Conscientious and pays attention to detail

Policy

In making the final selection, consideration will be given to achieving Rand Water’s Employment Equity Objectives.

OR

In evaluating prospective applicants and making the final selection, preference will be given to Females and/or People with Disability to give effect to Rand Water’s Employment Equity Objectives.

Should you not receive correspondence from Rand Water within 30 days from the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

Rand Water reserves the right not to make appointments to any of the advertised positions at any stage

The potential appointment to this position shall be subject to serving a MAXIMUM probation period of up to 12 months, based on a FLEXIBLE monthly probation evaluation process before confirmation of permanent employment in Rand Water