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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 Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) 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 Scientist: Marine Research, Infrastructure and Product Development
Salary: Negotiable
(Ref. WS03/092020)
Centre: Cape Town Weather Office
 
Job Summary:
The candidate is to play a leading research and development role, focused on regional/coastal operational marine meteorology/oceanography. This will include the utilization of numerical models.
 
 
Key Performance Areas:
 Plan, initiate and conduct research projects related to marine hindcasting and forecasting.
 Participate in the development and support of relevant operational oceanographic forecasting systems.
 Advise in developing and maintaining the strategic direction of high resolution marine forecasting at SAWS in line with international standards and practices.
 Develop and nurture external collaboration with national and international institutions relevant to marine research activities.
 Represent SAWS, where appropriate, on national or international scientific panels, committees or expert groups in an expert capacity, presenting research findings at workshops and conferences.
 Contribute actively in the scientific mentoring and development of younger scientists.
 Assist with appropriate administrative tasks pertaining to the job level and associated responsibilities.
 Be able to work under pressure and deliver on time.
 
 
Minimum Requirements and Attributes:
 PhD degree in Oceanography, Coastal Engineering, Applied Mathematics or other relevant discipline.
 5-10 years’ experience will be an added advantage.
 Substantial applied experience with scientific computing using languages such as MATLAB and Python.
 Experience in a Linux computing and scripting environment.
 Proven experience in building and running numerical models such as Delft 3D, SWAN, Wave Watch 3, ROMS, NEMO.
 Proven experience delivering on commercial projects. The incumbent will maintain a working relationship with the Commercial Department and Client Liaison Officer.
 Possess project management and leadership skills.
 Proven track record of relevant research output including publications and human capital development.
 Ability to cope with several projects at any one time and the ability to work both independently and cooperatively.
 Excellent oral and written communication skills.
 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012) 367 6091.
 

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Complete the E1 form (can be downloaded on www.weathersa.co.za)  and forward your application (Comprehensive CV with copies of qualifications) stating the name of the position & the reference number to recruitment4@weathersa.co.za.  
 
No faxed or posted applications will be accepted.
 
Closing Date: 09 October 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.WS03/092020)