Graduate programme at Rand Water for unemployed graduates (Hydrology, Environmental Science/ Engineering, Water Sciences)
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- Aug 27
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GRADUATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME - Catchment X1
Details
Closing Date 2025/09/05
Reference Number RAN250822-1
Job Title GRADUATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME - Catchment X1
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
Water quality monitoring and hydrological modelling within the Vaal Dam and Vaal Barrage catchment areas to ensure protection of raw water quality.
24 Months Contract
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology, Environmental Science, Water Sciences, Environmental Engineering, or related field. (Honours or Master’s degree advantageous).
• Valid South African driver’s license (Code B) – field travel may be required.
• Willingness to work in remote areas and conduct fieldwork under varying weather conditions.
• Good report writing and communication skills in English (other South African languages advantageous).
• Familiarity with GIS applications (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS).
Primary Duties
• Conduct fieldwork for surface and/or groundwater quality sampling in catchment areas.
• Monitor water quality parameters using manual and automated methods.
• Assist in the setup, calibration, and validation of hydrological and water quality models,
• Collect, clean, analyse, and interpret hydrological and water quality data using GIS and statistical tools.
• Conduct catchment delineation and land use impact assessments.
• Contribute to technical reports, presentations, and stakeholder meetings.
• Identify pollution sources and assessing water quality trends.
• Stay updated with national legislation (e.g., NWA, NEMA), DWS water quality standards, and relevant modelling frameworks.
Knowledge
Basic understanding of hydrological processes and catchment dynamics.
Exposure to hydrological and/or water quality modelling software.
Competency in data analysis using Excel.
Knowledge of South African water legislation and catchment management frameworks.
Skills
Attention to detail and commitment to scientific integrity.
Team player with ability to work independently when needed.
Enthusiasm for environmental protection and water sustainability.
Community engagement, or stakeholder interaction.
Basic knowledge of water quality indicators (e.g., TDS, pH, Nutrients, E. coli).
Attitude
Analytical.
Accurate and pay attention to details.
Hard working
Time Management.