SCIENTIST PRODUCTION GRADE A
Department of Water and Sanitation
Branch: Water and Sanitation Services Management: GP
- Reference number
- 131126/09
- Salary
- R791 604 – R1 189 767 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package), (Offer will be based on years of experience)
- Centre
- Gauteng
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 13 November 2026
- Circular
- No 39 of 2026
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Fill the Z83 for this postRequirements
A Science (BSc) (Hons) Degree or relevant qualification. Three (3) years post qualification natural scientific experience in the field of Hydrology. Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Computer literate. Good understanding on the processes and mechanisms for data acquisition, processing, auditing, archiving, and dissemination including information flow processes. Knowledge and understanding on Chapter 15 of the National Water Act (Act 36 of 1998). Scientific methodologies and models. Research and development. Technical report writing. Data analysis. Presentation skills. Mentoring. Decision making. Analytical skills. Creativity. Problem solving and analysis. Innovation. Good technical, scientific report writing and interpretation skills. Ability to work productively in an environment consisting of interdisciplinary internal and external stakeholders. Sound interpersonal skills as well as willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively in remote areas.
Duties
Provide technical role regarding hydrological data acquisition and data processing. Application of scientific skills in data auditing and information improvement using appropriate data and information systems (Hydstra). Ensure the application of standards and procedures in data auditing and quality improvement of historical hydrological data. Ensure good quality data with minimal gaps is archived and available for use in Hydstra. Provide inputs and technical support within the Directorate: Water Resource Management Support regarding correcting errors and spikes found in data. Ability to analyse hydrological data, identify and fill gaps to improve data quality. Disseminate data and information to intending users in appropriate forms (usable computer files of raw data). Engage to provide understanding and clarity on the hydrological data disseminated to all users. Compilation of annual statical summaries in yearbook form. Ability to Interpret and compile reports summaries of hydrological data (stream flows and levels). Give inputs in the projects relevant to the optimisation of Provincial water resource monitoring network initiated by the department. Assist with the facilitation of training and career development of staff. Supervision of staff. Assist in the development and setting of standards, policies, and systems for data collection in the water sector. Conduct field visits to evaluate and assess gauging stations across Gauteng Province.
Where to send your application
All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
Enquiries
Dr K Mabaso Tel No: (012) 392 1401
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 30 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 October 2026.
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