SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE (SAWS)

Private Bag X097, Pretoria, 0001 • Tel: + 27 (0) 12 367 6000 • www.weathersa.co.za • USSD: *120*7297# 

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) and is governed by a Board. The organisation is an authoritative voice for weather and climate related services in South Africa and is a member of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) to fulfil a range of international obligations of the government. South African Weather Service (SAWS) strives to be a Weather and Climate Centre of Excellence providing innovative solutions to ensure a weather-smart region, sustainable development and economic growth. 

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR BLOEMFONTEIN 

PATERSON GRADE: C2 

SALARY TOTAL PACKAGE: R308 375 - Percentile R391 529 

CENTRE: Bloemfontein 

(Ref. WS01/092026) 

Job summary: 

Office Administrator provides comprehensive administrative, financial, governance, and operational coordination support to the Regional Manager. The successful candidate will coordinate regional administrative processes across the Free State and North West Regional offices, ensuring effective business continuity, regulatory compliance, efficient resource coordination, and high-quality service delivery. 

Key Responsibilities include: 

·       Coordinate regional administrative and operational support across the Free State and North West Regional Offices. 

·       Coordinate regional procurement planning, contract administration, and resource coordination in accordance with organisational policies. 

·       Support regional budget planning, expenditure monitoring and petty cash administration and reconciliation. 

·       Coordinate administrative activities relating to governance, audit preparation, risk management, business continuity and records management activities. 

·       Prepare, consolidate and submit performance reports, motivations and documentation supporting management and Executive decision-making. 

·       Coordinate logistical arrangements for regional technical operations, meetings, travel training, and fleet tracking. 

·       Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying administrative efficiencies and promoting cost-effective business practices. 

·       Support Occupational Health and Safety compliance and Quality Management System activities. 

·       Facilitate stakeholder communication and maintain productive internal and external relationships. 

Required minimum education / training: 

·       Advanced Certificate in Secretarial / Administration (NQF 5), with some marketing diploma, brand management, basic management skills would be beneficial. 

Required Minimum work experience: 

·       A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role. 

Please Note: 

Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012) 367 6764. 

Register as user on our website using this link: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancies to apply for the above position and upload your (Comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications). 

Closing Date: 22 September 2026 

Important Information for Applicants: 

Recruitment agency submissions will not be considered. 

Applications must include a CV in PDF format. 

Preference will be given to People living with disabilities in line with SAWS EE targets. This is an EE-designated position, and preference will be given to African: Males and Females, Indian Males and Females, and Coloured Females. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Candidates who have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. 

Record Reference HCM-ADVERT- Regional Administrator: Free State & North West Region

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 

SENIOR METEOROLOGICAL TECHNICIAN 

PATERSON GRADE: C1 

SALARY TOTAL PACKAGE: R245 434 - R356 709 

CENTRE: Upington 

(Ref. WS02/092026) 

Job summary: 

The Senior Meteorological Technician provides technical expertise as an Aeronautical Meteorological Observer, as well as maintenance of meteorological instruments assigned to the Upington Weather Office. 

Key Responsibilities include: 

Products, Services Delivery / Infrastructure maintenance 

·       Perform timely visual weather Observations as determined by the relevant Weather Office. 

·       Collect Meteorological and climate data and submit reports to the relevant stakeholders. 

·       Install, maintain, and where possible, repair as well as assist with upgrades of weather observation equipment. 

·       Products, Services Delivery / Infrastructure maintenance 

·       Perform timely visual weather Observations as determined by the relevant Weather Office. 

·       Collect Meteorological and climate data and submit reports to the relevant stakeholders. 

·       Install, maintain, and where possible, repair as well as assist with upgrades of weather observation equipment 

Innovation, Process Improvement & Revenue Generation 

·       Analysis of available meteorological and climatological data. 

·       Suggest measures to improve data quality and or availability. 

Administration, Governance, Risk & Compliance 

·       Promote a culture and practices that reflect the SAWS values 

·       Perform routine office administration practices including lodging claims, leave processing, completion of attendance registers, transport administration, periodic reporting, administration of registers, etc. 

·       Compliance with designated national and international standards. 

·       Maintain the SHEQ (Safety, Health Environment and Quality) system. 

·       Monitor the Risk Register and ensure the implementation of identified risks mitigation actions. 

·       Participate in various o office and regional audits and ensure that all audit findings are addressed. 

·       Manage roster rotations and duty sheets. 

·       Minimal supervisory duties over junior Meteorological Technicians 

·       Assist in developing and implementing SOPs for departmental operations. 

·       Assist with supervising the performance in the absence of Chief Met Tech 

People, Culture and Values 

·       Promote a culture and practices that reflect the SAWS values 

·       Takes ownership of own development activities to ensure performance against agreed standards. 

·       Contributes to team success by contribution and commitment to the team. 

·       Assist with induction, mentoring and training of new employees 

·       Training, Development and Knowledge Management 

Stakeholder Management 

·       Collaborate with the other regional Team in an effort to deliver the SAWS mandate 

·       Implement public awareness programmes for the local communities. (Office outreach activities). 

Required Minimum Education/Training: 

·       Weather Observers Certificate (NQF Level 5, WMO BIP-MT compliant) 

·       NQF Level 4 or Senior Certificate (with Mathematics and Physical Science) 

·       ICAO AMO competency certificate 

·       Required Minimum Knowledge of ICAO Annex 3 standards 

Required Minimum Work Experience: 

·       At least 3 years’ experience within the Meteorological Environment 

·       A code 8 driver’s license 

Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required Technical 

·       Organisational performance measurement (strategic, operational, and financial) 

·       Budgeting

·       Leadership and management skills 

·       Governance and Risk Management 

·       Business Continuity Management 

Behavioral

·       Networking, Influencing and Negotiation Skills 

·       Results driven 

·       Excellent Communication skills (written and verbal/ presentation skills) 

·       Resilience

·       Emotional Intelligence 

·       Ability to work in a team 

·       Maintaining confidentiality 

·       Ability to work under pressure 

Please Note: 

Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012) 367 6764. 

Register as user on our website using this link: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancies to apply for the above position and upload your (Comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications). 

Important Information for Applicants: 

·       Recruitment agency submissions will not be considered. 

·       Applications must include a CV in PDF format. 

Preference will be given to People living with disabilities in line with SAWS EE targets. This is an EE position and preference will be given to African Male/Female , Coloured Female, Indian Male/Female. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Candidates who have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. 

Record Reference HCM-ADVERT- Senior Met Tech 2026