Circular 33 of 2026 · Post 33/108
SCIENTIST PRODUCTION GRADE A – C
Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS)
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Job details
- Circular
- 33 of 2026
- Page No.
- 1–2
- Circular Post
- 33/108
- Department
- Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS)
- Closing date
- 28 September 2026
About this vacancy
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.
Applications close on 28 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R791 157 – R1 189 767 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package), (Offer will be based on proven years of experience)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Vacancy information
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.
- Centre
- Pretoria Head Office
- Salary information
- R791 157 – R1 189 767 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package), (Offer will be based on proven years of experience)
Requirements
- A Science degree (BSc) (Hon) or relevant qualification.
- Compulsory registration with the SACNASP as a professional Natural Scientist.
- Three (3) years post-qualification Natural Science experience, preferably in flood frequency analysis (deterministic, empirical and statistical), hydraulic modelling, water resource simulation and yield modelling.
- The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
- Understanding of hydrological processes.
- Knowledge of the application of models such as HEC-RAS, the Water Resource Simulation Model 2000 (WRSM 2000), Water Resource Yield Model (WRYM), the CLASSR/PATCHR and/or similar models.
- Experience in programme and project management.
- Scientific methodologies and models.
- Understanding of research and development.
- Computer-aided scientific applications.
- Knowledge of legal compliance.
- Technical report writing.
- Creating high-performance culture.
- Professional judgement.
- Data analysis, policy development and analysis.
- Presentation and monitoring skills.
- Decision making, team leadership and analytical skills.
- Creativity, financial management, customer focus and responsiveness.
- Good communication skills both verbal and written.
- Networking and computer literacy (including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, ArcGIS).
- People management, planning and organising.
- Conflict and change management.
- Problem-solving and analysis.
- Willingness to travel throughout South Africa for the execution of duties whilst working irregular hours.
Duties
- The successful candidate will be part of a team of hydrologists, primarily engaged in flood frequency assessments for dam safety purposes.
- Such work will include (but not limited to): assisting colleagues with coordination of assigned work; assisting with flood data collection such as during and after extreme flood events and converting the flood data into hydrological information; extension and improvement of ratings and filling of gaps in data, etc. to improve the quality of hydrological information; execute acquisition and verification of relevant data and information for use in hydrological and flood frequency (deterministic, empirical and statistical) analyses and assessments at relevant flood sites; presenting findings of assessments at evaluation meetings and writing technical reports; assist with the undertaking of the water resource and yield studies and hydraulic assessments.
Enquiries
Mr E Oakes Tel No: (012) 336 8525
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za
Notes and Z83 guidance
Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory.
- Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant.
- No late applications will be accepted.
- Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted).
- Applications that do not comply with the abovementioned requirements will not be considered.
- All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity and a pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment.
- All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted).
- The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration.
- Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered.
- The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets.
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 33 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
Sd: Flood Analysis and Flood Management Protocols
SALARY : R791 157 – R1 189 767 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package), (Offer will be based on proven years of experience)
CENTRE : Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : A Science degree (BSc) (Hon) or relevant qualification. Compulsory registration with the SACNASP as a professional Natural Scientist. Three (3)
years post-qualification Natural Science experience, preferably in flood frequency analysis (deterministic, empirical and statistical), hydraulic
modelling, water resource simulation and yield modelling. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Understanding of hydrological processes.
Knowledge of the application of models such as HEC-RAS, the Water
Resource Simulation Model 2000 (WRSM 2000), Water Resource Yield Model
(WRYM), the CLASSR/PATCHR and/or similar models. Experience in programme and project management. Scientific methodologies and models.
Understanding of research and development. Computer-aided scientific
applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Technical report writing. Creating high-performance culture. Professional judgement. Data analysis, policy
development and analysis. Presentation and monitoring skills. Decision
making, team leadership and analytical skills. Creativity, financial management, customer focus and responsiveness. Good communication skills
both verbal and written. Networking and computer literacy (including MS Word,
MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, ArcGIS). People management, planning and organising. Conflict and change management. Problem-solving and analysis.
Willingness to travel throughout South Africa for the execution of duties whilst working irregular hours.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be part of a team of hydrologists, primarily engaged in flood frequency assessments for dam safety purposes. Such work
will include (but not limited to): assisting colleagues with coordination of assigned work; assisting with flood data collection such as during and after
extreme flood events and converting the flood data into hydrological information; extension and improvement of ratings and filling of gaps in data,
etc. to improve the quality of hydrological information; execute acquisition and verification of relevant data and information for use in hydrological and flood
frequency (deterministic, empirical and statistical) analyses and assessments at relevant flood sites; presenting findings of assessments at evaluation
meetings and writing technical reports; assist with the undertaking of the water resource and yield studies and hydraulic assessments.
ENQUIRIES : Mr E Oakes Tel No: (012) 336 8525