Chief Assistant Technical Officer (Scientific Support)

About the role

The Department of Water and Sanitation is hiring a Chief Assistant Technical Officer (Scientific Support) in Water And Sanitation Services Management: GP Cd: Provincial Operations: Gauteng Dir: Water Resources Management Sd: Hydrological Services, based in Boskop Hydrological Services Office. This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 a year. How to apply: All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ Reference number to quote: 301026/34 Closing date: 30 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the collection, processing and archiving of hydrological data (stream flow data/surface water levels data, evaporation and rainfall data etc).
• Ensure that data and field forms for surface water hydrological data are received, registered and processed Use data and information systems (HYDSTRA) to perform duties (data processing data archiving and data quality control).
• Ensure that processed hydrological data is archived according to departmental standards.
• Ensure that recommendations from field visits are reported to supervisor.
• Convert binary (raw logger) data to suitable data format in preparation for import to relevant systems.
• Assist with dissemination of hydrological data and information to various stakeholders within DWS.
• Support Technicians, Assistant Technical Officers and Scientists in the execution of their tasks including quality control.
• Provide inputs for the training materials in data processing.
• Provide On-the-job training in the field of expertise.

Requirements

• An NQF level 4 (Senior/Grade) 12 certificate with Mathematics/Mathematics Literacy/Physical Science.
• Six (6) to (10) 10 years’ experience in surface or groundwater technical environment i.e. collecting and processing of water related data.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
• High level in computer literacy in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to use data management system (HYDSTRA).
• Knowledge of surface water monitoring instruments and data processing and administration.
• Knowledge and understanding of hydrological, geo-hydrological processes and the relevant database systems.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment’s and OHS.
• Understanding of tendering processes, purchasing of instruments and materials.
• Problem solving and analysis.
• Good interpersonal relations, organizational skills, technical report writing skills and understanding of relevant software.
• Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
• Willingness to travel.