The Department of Water and Sanitation invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Environmental Officer Vacancies (X4 Posts). The closing date for applications is the 13th September 2024
POST 31/15: ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER: PRODUCTION (GRADE A-C) WATER USE AUTHORISATION REF NO: 130924/11 (X4 POSTS)
- Salary: R325 917 – R556 080 per annum, (OSD), (Offer will be based on proven years of experience)
- Centre: Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS:
- A National Diploma in Environmental Management or Natural Science in any one of the following fields: Agriculture, Agricultural, Forestry, Resource economics, Integrated Water Resource Management, Hydrology (Surface or Ground); Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Water Utilization, Water Resource Engineering and or Geohydrology.
- The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
- Two (2) years appropriate/recognizable experience in an area after obtaining the relevant qualification will be an added advantage.
- Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource protection.
- Knowledge and understanding of the water sector including relevant legislation (NWA, CARA and NEMA, MPRDA) together with the related policies, regulations, principles, guidelines, tools and procedures; policy development, implementation and monitoring.
- Excellent communication skills including verbal, report writing, presentation skills.
- Sound interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Willingness to work abnormal hours and under pressure as well as travel country wide.
- Proven liaison and networking skills especially as they relate to Corporative Governance and stakeholder engagement.
DUTIES:
- Assess completeness of WULAs and conduct site inspections. Liaise with clients and other stakeholders to obtain outstanding information during WULA assessments.
- Request scientific inputs within the Department using the specified templates.
- Access and evaluate Hydrological and Environmental information regarding license applications.
- Assist in development of policies and guidelines for the implementation of National Water Act (NWA), 36 of 1998 regarding the water use sector.
- Final assessment of information submitted by Water Use License Applicants and input from internal specialists.
- Drafting record of recommendations (RoRs) and resultant decision documents.
- Draft license conditions to control/mitigate the negative impacts of water uses.
- Assist on responding to queries from clients within and outside the department.
APPLICATIONS:
Applications must be submitted using the New Z83 application form obtainable here
All fields in the New Z83 form, must be completed and signed. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach the completed Z83 and the Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification.
Applications should be submitted at:
Free State(Bloemfontein): Please email your application quoting the relevant reference number on the subject line to: [email protected] or hand deliver at Department of Water and Sanitation, Corner Charlotte Maxeke and East Burger Streets, Bloem-Plaza Building, Second floor or post to Private Bag 528, Bloemfontein, 9301.
DOWNLOAD THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION VACANCIES ADVERT HERE
DOWNLOAD THE NEW Z83 APPLICATION FORM HERE
ENQUIRIES: Mr. VS Dywili Tel No: (051) 405 9000
CLOSING DATE: 13 SEPTEMBER 2024
EDUPSTAIRS IS A REGISTERED NON-PROFIT ORGANISATION NPO No: 232 – 182, PUBLIC BENEFIT ORGANISATION (PBO): 930066984. EDUPSTAIRS DOES NOT, IN ANY WAY OR FORM, SOLICIT MONEY OR CV’S FROM PEOPLE FOR JOBS. PLEASE BE AWARE OF PHONY JOB POSTINGS AND RECRUITMENT FRAUD. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT OUR SCAM/FRAUD ALERT PAGE HERE
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