CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER POST AT THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION
Apply for the Control Environmental Officer Post at the Department of Water and Sanitation
DEADLINE: 11 April 2023
POST: CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER: GRADE A REF NO: 110423/04
Branch: Water Services and Sanitation Management
Sub-Directorate: Irrigation Agriculture Water Loss Control and Demand Management
- SALARY: R517 725 per annum, (OSD)
- CENTRE: Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS:
A four (4) year Degree or equivalent qualification in Natural/Environmental Sciences. Six (6) years post qualification experience in water loss control. Extensive practical experience and competencies in irrigation water loss control, water distribution and management at irrigation scheme especially attended water control training courses. Knowledge of National Water Act, 1998 and White Paper Policies governing Integrated Water Resources Management and irrigation agriculture water management institutions to ensure efficient use of water and water demand management. Knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, and human resources. Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act. Knowledge of Project Management. Problem-solving and analysis. Strategic Capability and Leadership. Programme and Project Management. Financial Management. Change Management. Knowledge Management. Service Delivery Innovation (SDI). Problem Solving and Analysis. People Management and Empowerment. Client Orientation and Customer Focus. Communication. Accountability and Ethical Conduct. Valid driver’s License. The ability and willingness to travel and work long hours where necessary. Supervise of staff.
DUTIES:
Assist to set up Water Conservation and Water Demand Management targets through the development of Water Management Plans for the Irrigation Schemes. Contribute towards coordination, planning, presentation, evaluation and reporting of water control training programs. Conduct and administer water use efficiency audits and submission of monthly water use efficiency accounting reports. Administer and update Water Use Efficiency Accounting Report database, prepare consolidated quarterly and annual water losses reports for the irrigation schemes within the water management areas. Trouble shoot water losses, inefficient use and water measurement challenges. Host regular workshops with water control personnel and conduct joint inspections on irrigation water schemes. Participate in the irrigation agriculture broader research and technology transfer projects. Contribute towards strategic and business planning for the Sub Directorate: Water Loss Control and Demand Management.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Thabo Masike Tel No: (012) 336 6793
APPLICATIONS:
Head Office (Pretoria): Please forward your application quoting the relevant reference number to the Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag X350, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to Delta Continental Building, Corner of Visagie and Bosman Street, Pretoria.
FOR ATTENTION : Recruitment and Selection Unit
APPLICATION NOTE
Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment to the address specified on each post. Applications must be submitted using the newly implemented Z83 form obtainable on the Department of Water and Sanitations website, under career opportunities or the DPSA website, under vacancies in the Public Service (point 4) and should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience). All required information on the Z83 application form must be provided. Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, drivers license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B of the Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory and such details must also be included in the applicants CV. For posts requiring a drivers license, annotate such details on CV. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late, applications will be accepted. A SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualification/s (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements will not be considered.
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