Graduate Development Programme at Rand Water for unemployed graduates (Environmental Health, Aquatic Health, Microbiology)
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- Aug 27
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Graduate Development Programme: Biology X2
Details
Closing Date 2025/09/03
Reference Number RAN250820-6
Job Title Graduate Development Programme: Biology X2
Portfolio Bulk Water Services - Operations
Job Type Classification Graduate
Location - Country South Africa
Location - Province Gauteng
Location - Town / City Vereeniging
Location - Site Scientific Services
Job Advert Summary
Graduate Development Programme: Biology X2
24 Months Contract
Minimum Requirements
Four years qualification (NQF 8) in Environmental Health, Aquatic Health or Microbiology with Biochemistry, Microbiology, Zoology and/or molecular biology as a major.
Experience in research projects and techniques that can be applied in the field of Microbiology, Toxicology, Aquatic Health or Molecular Biology testing.
Primary Duties
Development of specialised investigations related to the implementation of new methods or upgrading of methods in the fields of microbiology, aquatic toxicology, molecular biology or human health.
Performance of analysis and trouble shouting related to media, test methods and instrumentation.
Documentation and checking of results on the identified databases.
Performance and documentation of all quality control checks of identified analytical test according to the ISO 17025 accreditation system.
Undertaking maintenance of equipment/instrumentation and keeping of appropriate documentation.
Adherence to SHE practices and good housekeeping principles in the area of work
Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of aquatic toxicology
Knowledge of good laboratory practice (GLP)
Basic statistical knowledge
Skills
Computer literacy in Word Processing and spread sheet applications.
Ability to prioritise, organise and plan.
Skilled in the application of analytical methodologies and instrument techniques
Effective written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Attitude
Quality and output driven person who can handle pressure and routine work.
Ability to interact with staff and customers
Team worker but must also be able to work independently
Conscientious and pays attention to detail