SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE (SAWS) VACANCIES

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 
 
SENIOR TECHNOLOGIST X4 
Salary total package: Salary: Negotiable 
Centre: Centurion 
(Ref. WS04/072022) 
 
Job summary: 
To provide specialised service and knowledge in the operating, maintaining and repairing of infrastructure including Performance Analysis, Design Assessment, Document and Process Review. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Assembling and installation of electronic weather systems. 
• Monitor and maintain weather infrastructure as per the maintenance plan and update the work order system accordingly. 
• Maintain and repair upper air observation network. 
• Develop and update technical specifications. 
• Support the regional Technologists and ICT infrastructure. 
• Calibration and verification of observation equipment. 
• Compile and update regional spares inventory. 
• Compile and provide feedback on regional queries and spares requirements. 
• Undertake regional audits and compile reports for maintenance and repairs and action plans related to non-conformance. 
• Compile, analyse and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including equipment and performance reports. 
• Compile risks, safety and TQM performance reports and action plans. 
 
Minimum Requirements and Attributes: 
• National Diploma/Technical Degree (BSC/BEng/B-Tech) in Electronic /Electrical Engineering/Light Current/Mechanical Engineering Qualification. 
• Registration with ECSA will be an added advantage. 
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the design, development and maintenance of processes and knowledge of software programs. 
• Design experience in an electronic related field, specifically one involving electromagnetics or microwave/RF engineering. 
• Exposure to maintenance planning and support services. 
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Linux Operating Systems. 
• Good communication, interpersonal and analytical skills are essential. 
• A valid code 08 driver’s licence with own transport is essential. 
 
 
Please Note: 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr. Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012) 367 6091. 
 
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: 06 August 2022 
 
Note: Recruitment Agency applicant submissions will not be considered 
 
 
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 re-serves the right not to fill this position. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
Record Reference: HCM-ADVERT-ST2022

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of:
 
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER 
Salary total package: Salary: Negotiable 
Centre: Centurion 
(Ref. WS06/07022) 
 
Job summary: 
We are looking for a Software Developer that will be able to develop and support existing applications. The main scope will include everything from back-end to client-side code, using optimal and efficient technologies, frameworks, and patterns. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Planning, design, and development of solutions based on industry requirements. 
• Delivering a high-quality application. 
• Monitoring of Data Feeds Systems 
• Analysing requirements and designing new functionality. 
• Integration of systems. 
• Writing development reports. 
• Testing and Deploying Developed Systems and Applications. 
• Supporting and enhancing existing functionality. 
• Troubleshooting, debugging, maintaining, and improving existing systems. 
• Availability of critical systems 
• Innovate and introduce new products in terms of software development. 
• Come up with ideas on how to improve the existing systems 
• Assist with Helpdesk tickets assigned to Web Support. 
• Provide assistance & training to Internal and external clients. 
• Draw up and implement project plan. 
• Maintain documentation and procedures as required by TQM. 
 
Minimum Requirements and Attributes: 
• A National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science 
• A minimum of 4 years’ working experience in ICT environment 
• Knowledge of programming languages including JavaScript, HTML5, C++, SQL, Python, 
Linux, Java and C# and .NET focus on ASP.NET MVC is essential. 
 
 
Please Note: 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr. Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012) 367 6091. 
 
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: 06 August 2022 
 
Note: Recruitment Agency applicant submissions will not be considered 
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-SD2022

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 
 
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER 
Salary total package: Salary: Negotiable 
Centre: Centurion 
(Ref. WS05/07022) 
 
Job summary: 
We are looking for a Senior Software Developer that will be able to develop and support existing applications. The main scope will include everything from back-end to client-side code, using optimal and efficient technologies, frameworks, and patterns. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Planning, design, and development of solutions based on industry requirements. 
• Delivering a high-quality application. 
• Analysing requirements and designing new functionality. 
• Integrate website with back-end systems. 
• Manage the redundancy, availability, and speed of the web. 
• Strive for quality of performance, usability, reliability, maintainability, and extensibility. 
• Writing development reports. 
• Testing and Deploying Developed Systems and Applications. 
• Supporting and enhancing existing functionality. 
• Troubleshooting, debugging, maintaining, and improving existing systems. 
• Assist in the development of SOP. 
• Innovate and introduce new products in terms of software development. 
• Come up with ideas on how to improve the existing systems. 
• Assist with Helpdesk tickets assigned to Web Support. 
• Provide assistance & training to Internal and external clients. 
• Coaching and Mentoring of Interns. 
• Draw up and implement project plan. 
• Maintain documentation and procedures as required by TQM. 
 
Minimum Requirements and Attributes: 
• A Degree or equivalent qualification in Information Technology or related field
• A minimum of 6 years’ working experience in Software Development 
• Solid knowledge of programming languages including JavaScript, HTML5, SQL, C++ and 
Web API is essential. 
• Highly proficient in C# and .NET, focusing on ASP.NET MVC is a must have. 
 
 
Please Note: 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr. Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012) 367 6091. 
 
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: 06 August 2022 
 
Note: Recruitment Agency applicant submissions will not be considered 
 
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 un-successful. The organisation re-serves the right not to fill this position. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
Record Reference: HCM-ADVERT-SSD2022