Senior Water Control Officer

SUMMARY:
Senior Water Control Officer
Based at Wriggleswades Dam
Operations Division
Salary: R 402,664 per annum excluding benefits

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Matric
• National Diploma in Civil Engineering

• 3 to 5 years general maintenance and civil experience gained in a water environment

• Coordinate water control operations
• Oversee the dams and canal systems to ensure appropriate maintenance
• Provide input in the development of operating procedures
• Investigate dropping water levels in dams and prepare and submit weekly reports on findings
• Collaborate with the maintenance department to coordinate the planned maintenance for the dams
• Guide maintenance team on the dam maintenance requirements
• Perform minor maintenance repairs and work, e.g. small pipe leaks, minor painting, etc.
• Supervise the cleaning of the dams e.g. galleries, outlet chambers
• Conduct on the job training as and when needed
• Monitor the performance of subordinates
• Carry out reasonable and lawful instructions as given by the line manager/supervisor within the ambit of the position taking into consideration competencies and operational requirements

• Dam Safety certification – DWS
• Operating and handling a power boat
• Computer literate – MS Office
• Valid unendorsed driver’s license
• Supervisory experience
• Knowledge of health and safety /OHS Act