Job Description

Job Purpose

The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to assist with the management, development and implementation of systems of air quality monitoring with regard to Air Quality Management.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher) in Natural/ Physical/ Environmental Sciences or Engineering or equivalent qualification; A valid driving licence (Code B).

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Contribute towards the development and administration of Air Quality Management systems and policies; Provide technical inputs and subject specific comment on air quality planning and information management services (e.g. State of Air Quality Reports etc.); Contribute towards the development and implementation of specific projects (e.g. air quality regulatory services, air quality information management, air quality management planning, etc.); Provide support with regards to compliance monitoring and enforcement with respect to statutory obligations (NEMA and NEM: AQA); Provide assistance with administrative and related functions.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Environmental management processes and/or air quality management systems, e.g., air quality monitoring, etc; Environmental legislation (NEMA and SEMAs) and policies, particularly relating to environmental management and / or air quality management.



Skills needed: Report writing skills, including the ability to analyse, interpret and respond to scientific and technical reports; Interpretation of relevant legislation (NEMA, SEMAs); Policy analysis, interpretation and development skills; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.); Communication (written and verbal) and Report writing skills; It will be advantageous to have Relevant in-service training experience (e.g., pollution management, air quality management, climate change, air quality monitoring, integrated environmental management, etc.)

Remuneration

Grade A: R 343 842 - R 380 145 per annum; Grade B: R 399 999 - R 442 389 per annum, Grade C: R 586 665 - R 531 117 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.



By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from

Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00

. Contact the helpline at

086 137 0214

. For all other queries relating to the position kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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