The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment is recruiting for a Marine Research Assistant (x2 Posts)
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment is recruiting for a Marine Research Assistant (x2 Posts)
DEADLINE: 09 May 2023
POST: MARINE RESEARCH ASSISTANT REF NO: OC12/2023 (X2 POSTS)
- SALARY: R269 214 per annum
- CENTRE: Cape Town
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS: National Diploma in Marine Science or relevant comparable qualification. 1-2 years’ experience required in relevant filed. The candidate must have the following skills: A valid code 08/EB driver’s license. Research, sound organising and planning skills. Good communication skills. Computer literacy. Leadership. Basic Analytical skills. Honesty. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to work individually and in team Good interpersonal relations skills. Laboratory management experience/knowledge. Experience with traditional and/or innovative biological sampling gear and technologies, including analysis of biological samples such as Plankton. Sound knowledge/experience of automated image analysis of plankton and plastics. Willingness and ability to go on extended field trips, including shipbased surveys; the successful candidate must pass a medical examination for seafarers (Section 101 of the SAMSA Act 57 of 1951). Understanding of practical application; design; maintenance and/or calibration of marine monitoring equipment/systems. Ability to independently initiate, plan and participate in field work. Successful candidate must be within the basic parameters to satisfy seagoing & physical and Safety at Sea Training.
Duties
DUTIES: The candidate will be responsible to perform under supervision technical scientific functions and tasks that require basic interpretation in the presence of an established framework. Preparation for and participation in research activities. Data collection through field surveys. Operation of scientific equipment. Research/literature studies on scientific equipment to improve expertise. Operation of scientific equipment. Sample analysis. Safe laboratory practices. Research/literature studies on scientific equipment to improve expertise. Operation of scientific equipment. Sample analysis Plastics Flow-Cam analysis. Accurate raw data capturing and interpretation. Participate in data processing and validate into databases. Dissemination of data on request in summarized form. Sample analysis. Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Attend mandatory prescribed courses Self-learning on the job training. Train on CPR functions/ sample analysis
ENQUIRIES: Mr. M Worship Tel No: 082 309 7546 / Mr. J Khanyile Tel No: 083 433 7652
How to apply
APPLICATIONS: May be forwarded to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, May be forwarded to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment: Private Bag X4390, Cape Town, 8000 or hand-deliver to 14 Loop Street Cape Town
FOR ATTENTION: Human Resource Management
Application Notes
An application must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by a recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification.
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