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SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE (SAWS)
 
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of Environmental Affairs 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: 
 
Chief Meteorological Technician X2 
Salary Total Package: Negotiable 
Centre: Thohoyandou Weather Office (Ref. WS02/032020), 
Centre: Nelspruit Weather Office (Ref. WS03/032020) 
 
 
Job Summary: 
Supervise observation activities including supervision of personnel at lower ranks and he/she must also act as a second in command of the office when requested. Provide observation reports in the timelines requested by the department or Client. Responsible for accuracy of reports and quality control of the data. Provide information that goes to scientists and Forecasters. Provide special reports for changes in weather. Thorough understanding of Automatic Weather Stations. Provide mentorship, coaching and leadership to Observers. Develop new techniques and establishment of new methodologies and processes in the field. Represent the organisation in national and international bodies when requested. Basic management duties as delegated when necessary. Responsible for observations quality Management processes and procedures. Assist with the implementation and compliance to the requirements of the SAWS Quality Management System. 
 
 
Minimum Requirements and Attributes: 
• A Grade 12 Certificate with Maths and Science 
• Weather Observers Certificate and an AMO competency Certificate 
• Three years’ experience in observation and preferably as a Senior Meteorological Technician 
• Ability to read, analyse and interpret written request for data and information. Knowledge of South African Weather Service policies and procedures
• Knowledge of international standards such as WMO and ICAO. Advanced knowledge of observation tools 
• A valid code 08 driver’s license or higher
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Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: 
Ms. Thandiwe Mathebula, at Tel. (012) 367 6208 
 
A comprehensive CV with copies of qualifications should be emailed (with the name of the position and relevant reference number in the subject line) to: recruitment1@weathersa.co.za
 
A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 
 
Closing Date: 25 March 2020
 
Preference will be given People living with disabilities in line with SAWS EE targets 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 organisation reserves the right not to fill this position. South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
Record Reference: HCM-ADVERT-Ref. CHIEF MET TECH