Government Jobs

Scientist Production Grade A - C

DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SANITATION

Pretoria, Gauteng Posted 13 Sep 2026 Closes in 15 days

Overview

Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures for Geohydrological monitoring and assessment. To perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions on the process of geohydrological monitoring and assessment.

Requirements

  • A Science degree (BSc) (Hon) or related qualification in the field of Hydrogeology/ Geohydrology or related field
  • Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a professional Natural Scientist
  • Three (3) years post qualification Natural Scientific experience
  • T he disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license
  • Experience and knowledge of groundwater resource monitoring, assessment (including geophysical survey) and turning groundwater data into information
  • Basic knowledge of groundwater related analysis tools such as GIS and related models such as MODFLOW
  • Ability to conduct research, interpret data and communicate findings verbally or in writing

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures for Geohydrological monitoring and assessment
  • To perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions on the process of geohydrological monitoring and assessment
  • Review and design opti mal national groundwater level and quality monitoring programmes and networks
  • Mentor, train and develop candidate scientists and others to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles and code of practice
  • Gather and interpret data, evaluate results, model and disseminate geohydrological information to various stakeholders
  • Communicate geohydrological information to various internal and external stakeholders as part of annual Groundwater status report
  • Manage the performance and development of staff
  • Contribute to global water agenda and related international projects

How to apply

Application instructions from the official source

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za

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Enquiries

Recruitment enquiries

Mr Fhedzisani Ramusiya Tel No: (012) 336 7309

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