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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 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: 
 
ICT Remote Sensing Specialist 
Salary: Negotiable 
Ref.WS02/092021
Centre: Centurion 
 
Job Summary: 
The Remote Sensing Specialist is responsible for monitoring and configuring sensors for the collection, analysis and display of climate and weather-related data from the SAWS observation network. 
 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Design and implement remote sensing techniques for weather and climate related data. 
• Provide technical support for the acquisition of data from the SAWS observation network. 
• Monitor data obtained from remote sensing systems to ensure meaningful results.
• Conduct research and recommend new solutions for remote sensing techniques. 
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards. 
• Maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 
 
Minimum Requirements and Attributes: 
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications in GIS and RS software development/ Remote Sensing Science and Technologist in the relevant field or equivalent 
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Remote Sensing Specialist role or similar 
• Knowledge of remote sensing and data processing techniques 
• Knowledge of acquiring data from weather and climate related instruments or sensors (Radar, Satellite, Automatic Weather Stations, Lightning Detection Networks, etc.) 
• Background in Programming (C/C++/C#, Python, Java, etc.) 
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems 
• Knowledge of communication networks 
• Demonstrate strong personal and organizational leadership skills 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills are essential 
• Must demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and mentoring 
• The incumbent must be able to travel nationally and internationally 
• Availability after hours is a requirement
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Please Note: 
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). 
 
No CVs from recruitment agencies will be considered 
 
Closing Date: 17 September 2021 
 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr. Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012) 367 6091. 
 
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 females, Africans, Indians and Coloureds (AIC). 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. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
Record Reference: HCM-ADVERT-ICTRSS2021