Sampling Officer
Sampling Officer
Based at Nahoon Dam
Planning and Development Division
Salary: R 455,845 - R 586,927 (per annum inclusive of benefits)
Minimum Qualifications:
• Matric
Minimum Experience:
• Knowledge of Amatola Water’s supply area
• Knowledge of sampling procedures
• Experience on water sampling methods
• ISO 17025 laboratory systems course
Key Outputs:
Reporting to the Quality Officer, the appointee will:
• Conduct sampling to ensure that the minimum frequencies as detailed in the SANS 241 specifications for sampling are met
• Prepare monthly sampling schedule to ensure frequencies are met.
• Schedule and log the samples for different water works to ensure compliance with Blue/Green Drop is requirement
• Conduct ad hoc field analyses to ensure that all frequencies for the measurement of water quality parameters
• Conduct analysis such as chlorine analysis, turbidity and pH using potable pH, turbidity and chlorine meters
• Assist with general laboratory duties
• Ensure that vehicle is maintained (in the event of sampling) to effect vehicle longevity and safety
• Inspect the vehicle for roadworthiness before driving off
• Use the provided checklist for inspection
• Ensure the allocated vehicle is clean
• Carry out reasonable and lawful instructions as given by the line manager/supervisor within the ambit of the position taking
into consideration competencies and operational requirements
Competencies:
• Computer Literacy advantageous
• Valid unendorsed driver’s license and Advanced Driving Course
• Ability to communicate in Xhosa and English (preferred)
If you have not heard from us within 60 days after the closing date, you may regard your application as unsuccessful. These appointments will be finalized in accordance with Amatola Water’s Employment Equity Plan and Recruitment Policy. Preference will be given to suitably qualified persons from designated groups. Amatola Water reserves the right not to make appointments. Lobbying of members of the Board and/ or the Executive/ Management and Supervisors to treat any application, at any level, more favourably than any other for the same vacancy, will disqualify a candidate from selection. Applicants to submit a detailed CV, certified copies of academic certificates, & certified ID copy of not older than 6 months and two most recent and relevant references to the Human Resources Manager, Amatola Water, Private Bag X3, Vincent, 5217 or telephone (043)7073700 or e-mail recruitment@amatolawater.co.za. Closing date: 07 March 2025
