ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A – C REF NO: 240524/06Branch: Provincial Operations: Northern Cape Sub-Dir: Water Services Regulation

REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Environmental Management / Natural Sciences or relevant qualification.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Experience in water services management
or regulation will serve as an added advantage. Computer skills (MS Office). Good presentation
and communication skills. Experience of water resources and water services, related legislation
such as the National Water Act 1998, Water Services Act 1997, etc. Experience of the National
Blue, No and Green Drop Programs. Willingness to travel and work extensive hours.
DUTIES : Perform detailed inspections of water supply systems and wastewater collector systems and
compilation of detailed inspection reports. Investigate drinking water quality failures and water
supply balance. Investigate and compile detailed reports of sewer spillage and pollution incidents.
Conduct routine water monitoring of drinking water and wastewater effluent quality and issue noncompliance letters for rectification. Support the implementation of the National Blue, No and
Green Drop Programs within water services institutions. Monitor compliance and progress of
corrective action plans for the National Blue, No and Green Drop Programs. Evaluate and
comment on Environmental Impact Assessment, Basic Assessment Reports, and Environmental
Management Plans.
ENQUIRIES : Mr GSDT Van Dyk Tel No: (053) 830 8802
APPLICATIONS : Northern Cape (Kimberley): Please forward your application quoting the reference number to The
Provincial Head, Department of Water and Sanitation, Private Bag X6101, Kimberley, 8301 or
hand delivered to 28 Contral Road, Beaconsfield, Kimberley, 8301.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms C Du Plessis