SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE (SAWS) VACANCIES

 
The SAWS is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 
 
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 
(5-year fixed term contract) 
Paterson Grade: F1 
TCTC Salary negotiable 
(subject to Minister approval) 
(Ref. WS04/022026) 
Centre: Centurion 
 
Job Summary: 

• To provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure that the SAWS discharges its legislative mandate and obligations consistent with applicable national and international standards and deliver commercial services for the long-term sustainability of the organisation. 
• The role also ensures that the SAWS, on behalf of the Republic of South Africa, fulfils a range of international obligations under the Convention of the World Meteorological Organisation. 

 
Key Performance Areas: 
Strategic Leadership 

• Provide strategic leadership, for the organisation and identify opportunities for growth and sustainability under the guidance of the SAWS Board. 
• Oversee the development of the SAWS Strategic Plan, aligned to the SAWS mandate in terms of the South African Weather Services Act (Act No. 8 of 2001), the strategic objectives of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) and National priorities. 
• Implement the required action plans and resource allocation to ensure achievement of the SAWS strategic objectives. 

 
Financial Management 

• Identify new markets and opportunities for commercial revenue generation to ensure the financial viability of the organization. 
• Oversee financial management of the organisation to ensure optimal resource allocation for delivery against the mandate. 
• Ensure minimal over / or underspending against the approved budget. 

 
Annual Performance Plan (APP) 

• Ensure the development of the SAWS Annual Performance Plan (APP), aligned to the SAWS mandate in terms of the South African Weather Services Act (Act No. 8 of 2001) and the strategic objectives of the SAWS. 
• Drive and report on organisational performance against the Annual Performance Plan targets. 

 
Stakeholder Management 

• Oversee the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of the SAWS service delivery on its regional and international responsibilities to various stakeholder e.g., DFFE, DIRCO, MASA, SADC, AU, WMO, ICAO, EUMETSAT and so forth. 
• Ensure strategic representation and participation of the SAWS and/or the country in various regional and international meteorological bodies. 
• Coordinate and provide some thought leadership in bilateral and/or multi-lateral engagements, e.g., WMO, ICAO, SADC, UNFCCC, IPCC, MASA and so forth. 
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with the local, regional, and international bodies/institutions with the aim of improving the SAWS public good and commercial offering. 
• Enhance staff morale, organisational performance and SAWS’s good public image and reputation. 

 
Capacity and Capability Building 

• Drive Human Capital Development, education, and awareness in the sector in response to the SAWS’ mandate. 
• Oversee the provision of world-class Aeronautical and Marine Meteorological Services to the aviation and marine industry users, both domestically and internationally. 
• Provide strategic leadership and ensure that the SAWS is positioned as the regional leader and has world-class research and forecasting capability. 
• Ensures efficient and effective Corporate Services. 
• Provides guidance, coaching and mentoring of the executive team and other subordinates. 

 
Governance, Risk & Compliance 

• Accountable for overall governance of risk and driving culture of risk management within the entity by setting the tone at the top, promoting accountability, integrity and other factors that will create a positive control environment. 
• Manage risk and drive a culture of risk management to ensure sound financial management of SAWS’ operations, minimize risk exposure for the organisation. 
• As the Accounting Officer of the SAWS, ensure that all revenue, expenditure, assets, and liabilities are managed efficiently and effectively. 
• Ensure that the organisation complies with all relevant legislation and submits all the relevant statutory reports according to the prescribed timeframes. 
• Ensure organizational adherence to world class corporate governance practices. 
• Oversee the implementation of the SAWS’ Transformation (BBBEE and Culture) Strategies. 

 
Required Minimum Education / Training 

• A relevant Master’s Degree at NQF Level 9 
• An MBA (as a specialised management Master’s) will be an added advantage. 

 
Required Minimum Knowledge and Work Experience 

• A minimum of eight years’ experience at an Executive level 
• Previous experience as CEO would be an added advantage 
• Solid knowledge of corporate governance in South Africa 
• Good understanding of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations 
• Understanding of SAWS mandate and applicable regulations 
• Proven track record in building and leading highly successful and motivated teams 
• Proven track record in leading transformation, ideally within the public sector 
• Communication, networking, and stakeholder management experience 
• Experience in managing diversity within a complex environment 
• Experience within a Scientific Organisation would be an added advantage 

 
Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required 
Technical

• Policy formulation 
• Business and Financial Acumen 
• Strategy development and implementation 
• Budgeting
• Organisational performance management (Strategic, operational, and financial) 
• Governance and Risk Management 
• People management and Coaching skills 

 
Behavioural

• Good Leadership and Vision 
• Strategic Thinking and agility 
• Customer centric focus 
• Strong Organisational and Planning Skills 
• Influencing and Negotiation Skills 
• Networking and Stakeholder Management skills 
• Results driven 
• Excellent Communication skills (Written and verbal/ presentation skills) 
• Resilience and influential 
• Maintaining confidentiality 

 
 
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). 
 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Ms Kelebogile Mokoka-Dlamini, at Tel. (012) 367 6094. 
 
Closing Date: 08 March 2026 
 
The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. In line with the Employment Equity targets, preference will be given to females (Africans, Indians, Coloureds and Whites). 
 
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. 
 
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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 
 
METEOROLOGICAL TECHNICIAN SALARY: R202 964 – R299 114 
Centre: Calvania 
(Ref: WS09/022026) 
 
Job summary: The Meteorological Technician provides essential services to ensure the optimal delivery of the office’s outputs by delivering high-quality climate data and analysis, ensuring compliance with national and international standards, verifying and maintaining remote automatic stations. 
 
Observation:

• Perform routine weather observation duties that include: - 
  • Visual weather observation and compile routine reports,
  • Providing special reports for changes in weather. 
  • Providing observation reports timeously as per schedule or as per the timeliness of the client’s requests 
  • Downloading of remote observation station data 
  • Collection and quality control of manual rainfall station 
  • Quality control of AWS and ARS data and transmission thereof to central data base 
  • Perform routine and adhoc maintenance of SAWS Observations infrastructure (Thorough understanding of Automatic Weather Stations is required) 

 
Internal and External Customer Relations: 

• Liaise with clients as per office plan. 
• Represent SAWS at Stakeholder meetings as per plan. 

 
Total Quality Management 

• Apply prevention and corrective action procedures on all findings related to weather observation. 
• Promote a quality culture amongst the staff within the office. 
• Promote the SAWS Quality Policy and intergrade it into the day-to-day activities of the office 
• Provide assistance during audits of the regional office as required. 
• Perform regular inspections to ensure all work done is according to documented requirements. 
• Ensure that the work environment complies with legislative requirements relations to OHS. 

 
Minimum Requirements and Attributes: 

• A Grade 12 Certificate with Maths and Science. 
• Weather Observers certificate.
• Ability to obtain a competent Aviation Meteorological Observation (AMO) certificate within 6 months of employment. 
• Ability to read, analyse and interpret written request for weather data and information. 
• Knowledge of international standards such as WMO and ICAO. Advanced knowledge of observation tools. 
• A valid code 08 driver’s license or be in a position to obtain a valid driver’s license within 3 months of employment. 

 
 
Please Note: 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Ms. Portia Takalani, at Tel. (012) 367 6148. 
 
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: 04 March 2026 
 
Note: Recruitment Agency applicant submissions will not be considered 
 
This is an EE position and preference will be given to African Male/Female and Coloured Males/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 organisation reserves the right not to fill this position. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
Record Reference HCM-ADVERT-MT WS09/022026
 
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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 
 
METEOROLOGICAL TRAINER: REGIONAL TRAINING CENTRE 
Salary Total Package: R301 142 – R419 888 
Ref: WS08/022026 
Centre: Centurion 
 
Job Summary: 
The position of Meteorological Technician Trainer is mainly responsible to facilitate meteorological training within the South-African Weather Service (SAWS) Regional Training Centre (RTC). Meteorological training includes theoretical and practical training based on the Basic Instruction Package for Meteorological Technicians (BIP-MT) of the WMO, comprising of Meteorological concepts, circulations Coding synoptic and aviation messages, as well as WMO competencies, quality control of climate data and research related training. Training will be conducted according to the specifications of the qualifications: Occupational Certificate: Meteorological Technician, Occupational Certificate: Aviation Meteorological Observer and the National Certificate: Weather Observations. The incumbent will also conduct continuous training of meteorological personnel within SAWS and beyond. The Meteorological Trainer is further expected to develop and enhance the courses according to WMO qualification and competency requirements, ICAO competency requirements, and the needs of internal and external stakeholders. 
 
Key Performance Areas:

• Deliver theoretical lectures and practical training to students of the Regional Training Centre 
• Develop and enhance courses of own responsibility within the National Certificate: Weather Observations of SAWS and to assist in other courses of the National Certificate: Weather Observations, when required 
• Design, develop and deliver online, face to face or blended learning courses to commercial clients 
• Design, develop and deliver short courses and blended courses for the continuous training of personnel in Meteorology. 
• Transfer all courses of responsibility onto the Moodle distance learning platform for online training delivery and keep them updated. 
• Manage the administration of courses of own responsibility, including commercial courses, on the SAWS online learning platform. 
• Receive and respond to meteorological enquiries. 
• Identify risks within RTC and needs for procurement, etc. 
• Network with other external stakeholders, especially training institutions, and with internal stakeholders, where applicable. 
• Actively participate in the continuous training/training needs analysis of Meteorological Technicians in South Africa, South African Development Community (SADC) region and beyond 
• Administrative duties, including training needs analysis, student and monthly training reports sent to the Qualification Manager: Observations. 
• Knowledge of all Regional Training Centre regulations, WMO competency requirements for Meteorological Technicians, as well as South African National Qualification Framework prescripts under the relevant Quality Council. 
• Stay abreast with developments in the meteorological environment. 
• Perform scientific research in the field of interest, to become a specialist in a certain Meteorological field. 
• Act as research leader for students within the National Certificate: Weather Observations course. 
• Participate in Assessor and Moderator training and any other training required as per personal development plan. 
• Assist to maintain the Total Quality Management platform of RTC with respect to courses of own responsibility and for other areas when required to do so. 
• Be actively involved in other research and international programmes because of the person’s expertise. 
• Represent the Regional Training Centre in an area of specialization on the activities of Regional and International Meteorological bodies when required to do so. 
• The incumbent shall keep abreast with the developments in SAQA and relevant Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) as well as the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and be actively involved with the above-mentioned process. 
• As part of a WMO recognised RTC, stay abreast with the latest developments in the field of Meteorological Technician such as all relevant Meteorological Technician competencies to be able to give effective training. 

 
Minimum Requirements: 

• An appropriate 4-year tertiary qualification in Atmospheric Sciences or Meteorology, i.e. a BSc (Hons) in Meteorology or Atmospheric Sciences. 
• A minimum of 2 years’ work experience within the meteorological observation practices. 
• Excellent knowledge and proficiency in weather observations, including Aviation Observer Competencies, and quality control of climate data. 
• Fluency in English. 
• Knowledge of electronics would be an added advantage. 

 
Attributes and Competencies: 

• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Good communications skills (written and verbal) at all levels within the business and with stakeholders. 
• Excellent Computer proficiency 
• Excellent facilitation skills 
• Excellent knowledge of meteorology 

 
 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: 
Ms. Portia Takalani on Tel. (012) 367 6090 
 
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). 
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 males /females: Coloureds and Indians. 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 organization reserves the right not to fill this position. South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
Candidates who have previously applied are advised to reapply. 
 
Closing Date: 04 March 2026 
 
Record Reference HCM-ADVERT-Ref. WS08/122026
 
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​The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 
 
LOGISTICS OFFICER: LOGISTICS AND INVENTORY 
Paterson Grade: C2 
Salary total package: R 354 136 - R 477 773 
Centre: Centurion 
(Ref. WS10/022026)
 
Job summary: Logistics Officer provides logistics and administrative support within the Supply Chain Management unit, including inventory control, warehouse operations, purchase order processing, and invoice coordination. Ensures compliance with SCM regulations and maintains accurate records while supporting internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure efficient service delivery. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
Governance and Compliance

• Assistance provided with the generation of Purchase orders on the ERP System and copies mailed to suppliers/service providers. 
• Supervisor advised to cancel expired/old purchase orders. 
• Goods received, accurately captured on the ERP system and sent through to Supervisor for reviewing. 
• Outstanding orders followed up with suppliers/service providers, and internal stakeholders informed/ kept up to date on delivery status of goods. 
• All receipts recorded. 
• Received and captured stock packed to the correct bin locations and recorded on the bin card. 
• Goods issued from the warehouse and stock bin card updated. 
• End users informed when stock is ready for collection 
• Lower stock levels replenished, and assistance provided with the identification of redundant or obsolete stock. 
• Conduct periodic stocktaking participated in. 
• Warehouse kept clean at all times. 
• Support the verification and matching of supplier invoices against purchase orders and goods received notes 
• Assist in ensuring that invoices are submitted for payment within the prescribed 30-day period 
• Contribute to the monitoring and reporting of commitments, accruals and outstanding liabilities. 
• Liaise with Finance and Accounts Payable units to resolve logistics-related payment queries. 
• Compile and submit regular logistics reports, including outstanding orders, deliveries, and stock levels 
• Maintain proper filing systems (electronic and manual) for all logistics documentation in line with records management standards. 
• Provide accurate and complete documentation to Internal Audit, External Audit when required 
• The studying of the relevant Public Service and organisational prescripts/policies and processes and procedures applicable to the Unit. 
• All SCM related regulations/ prescripts and PFMA complied with at all times, ensuring service delivery, but also preventing audit quires 

 
Advisory Services 

• Guidance to interns as directed by the supervisor. 
• Guidance to the end-users on how to complete requisitions. 

 
Document Management 

• Maintaining registers of inventory and all records associated with the functions of the SCM unit including requisition. 

 
Stakeholder Management 

• Client (internal and external) queries handled effectively to ensure good relationships. 
• Building good customer relationships. 

 
Required minimum Education / Training: 

• Degree/National Diploma in Logistics or SCM field. 
• Knowledge of Treasury Regulations related to SCM environment. 
• Knowledge of Demand Management processes within Government. 
• MS Excel Intermediate knowledge. 
• Warehouse management. 
• Code C1 or Code 10 (without endorsements). 
• A minimum of 1-3 years’ relevant experience in a similar role of Logistics Officer, Logistics and Inventory. 

 
 
Please Note: 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr Gorden Motshoane, 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: 04 March 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. 
 
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​The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 
 
METEOROLOGICAL TECHNICIAN 
Salary: R202 964 – R299 114 
Centre: Cape Town (Ref: WS12/022026) 
 
Job summary: The Meteorological Technician provides essential services to ensure the optimal delivery of the office’s outputs by delivering high-quality climate data and analysis, ensuring compliance with national and international standards, verifying and maintaining remote automatic stations. 
 
Observation:

• Perform routine weather observation duties that include: - Visual weather observation and compile routine reports, 
• Providing special reports for changes in weather. 
• Providing observation reports timeously as per schedule or as per the timeliness of the client’s requests 
• Downloading of remote observation station data 
• Collection and quality control of manual rainfall station 
• Quality control of AWS and ARS data and transmission thereof to central data base 
• Perform routine and adhoc maintenance of SAWS Observations infrastructure (Thorough understanding of Automatic Weather Stations is required) 

 
Internal and External Customer Relations: 

• Liaise with clients as per office plan. 
• Represent SAWS at Stakeholder meetings as per plan. 

 
Total Quality Management 

• Apply prevention and corrective action procedures on all findings related to weather observation. 
• Promote a quality culture amongst the staff within the office. 
• Promote the SAWS Quality Policy and intergrade it into the day-to-day activities of the office 
• Provide assistance during audits of the regional office as required. 
• Perform regular inspections to ensure all work done is according to documented requirements. 
• Ensure that the work environment complies with legislative requirements relations to OHS. 

 
Minimum Requirements and Attributes: 

• A Grade 12 Certificate with Maths and Science. 
• Weather Observers certificate. 
• Ability to obtain a competent Aviation Meteorological Observation (AMO) certificate within 6 months of employment. 
• Ability to read, analyse and interpret written request for weather data and information. 
• Knowledge of international standards such as WMO and ICAO. Advanced knowledge of observation tools. 
• A valid code 08 driver’s license or be in a position to obtain a valid driver’s license within 3 months of employment. 

 
 
Please Note: 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Ms. Portia Takalani, at Tel. (012) 367 6148. 
 
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: 05 March 2026 
 
Note: Recruitment Agency applicant submissions will not be considered 
 
This is an EE position and preference will be given to African Male/Female and Coloured Males/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 organisation reserves the right not to fill this position. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
Record Reference HCM-ADVERT-MT WS12/022026
 
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