Scientist Production Grade A - C
Retail
Minimum Requirements
- A Science degree (BSc) (Hon) in Hydrology or relevant qualification.
- A Master of Science (MSc) will serve as an added advantage.
- Three (3) years postqualification Natural Science experience.
- Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist.
- The disclosure of a valid, unexpired driver’s license.
- in conducting integrated water resource studies (water quality, quantity and ecology).
- in hydrological and water quality modelling tools (WRSM2000, ACRU, WRYM, WRPM, HEC-HMS, SWAT+, WQSAM).
- in water resource data collection, analysis, interpretation, presentation and derivation of information.
- Knowledge of water information systems.
- Knowledge of geographical information systems (GIS) tools (ArcMap and QGIS).
- The ability to apply scientific principles to integrate and interpret water quality or quantity data to draw scientifically sound conclusions.
- Understanding of research and development.
- Technical report writing.
- Possesses a high-performance culture.
- Professional judgement.
- Data analysis.
- Presentation skills.
- Decision-making and analytical skills.
- Creativity and customer focus.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Problem-solving and analysis.
Responsibilities
- Conduct integrated water resource studies (quantity, quality, and ecology) focusing on the impact of land use, water use activities, and climatic pressures on water resources (surface and groundwater)- analysis of water resource data, developing, configuring and setting up various integrated hydrological and water quality models.
- Coordinate, analyse, and compile the national state of water report.
- Compile monthly state of water bulletins.
- Compile quarterly state of water quality bulletins.
- Liaise with water sector stakeholders, including other Government Departments and the public, on water issues through workshops and other facilitation techniques.
