Water Quality Technicians X2

Closing date yi 26 ka June 2026

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the below-mentioned posts.
Chris Hani District Municipality subscribes to the principles of employment equity as espoused in the relevant legislation.

Matric / Grade 12
National Diploma / BSc Analytical Chemistry / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Chemical Engineering / Environmental Management majoring in Chemistry or relevant qualification equivalent to NQF level 6/7
3-5 years’ relevant experience in Water Quality Management
Valid registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) or (Proof of paid-up registration)
Valid Driver’s Licence
Computer Literacy
Class 5 process controller certificate issued by the Department of Water Affairs or laboratory experience processes will be an added advantage.

Understanding of operations quality control systems and the nature of water and wastewater treatment works
Knowledge of legislation pertaining to local government and water services sector Understands the Blue and Green Drop requirement for the management of drinking water quality and final effluent standards
Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Manage the drinking water quality of the entire municipality from source to end user (tap)
Advise on the optimisation of treatment plants and water treatment chemicals
Ensure compliance with the specific water and wastewater treatment works minimum standards as issued by DWA.
Ensure that the quality of drinking water quality meets the minimum SANS 241 requirements
Ensure that the wastewater discharge effluent meets the SANS 241 requirements
Ensure water quality reports are submitted to the relevant units and DWA on monthly basis
Liaise with all CHDM internal and external stakeholders in the event of water quality failures
Responsible for compiling and implementing Water Safety Plan
Responsible for compiling and the implementation of the Wastewater Risk Abatement Plans.
Interact with community members on water and sanitation issues and take measures to address problem.
Coordinates and controls activities associated with controlling personnel performance, productivity and discipline.
Performs administrative and reporting requirements.

Application for vacant posts must be submitted on an official Chris Hani District Municipality application form obtainable from Chris Hani District Municipality website and Chris Hani human resources offices.
Preference will be given to suitably qualified persons in line with the employment equity act and approved employment equity plan of the district municipality.
It is compulsory to submit your application letter accompanied by a comprehensive CV, certified copies of your qualifications, certified identity document and certified copy of your valid driver’s license when required.
No faxed CV’s or e-mail applications will be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by the Municipality. If the candidate / applicant is found canvassing any of the panelists he / she automatically disqualify him/herself.
Appointment will be subjected to compulsory pre-employment screening in the form of determining the validity of qualifications, current and previous employment reference check, criminal checks and competency assessment.
Due to the large number of applications, we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged.
Should you not be contacted 30 days after the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.
The Municipality reserves a right not to appoint.

Task Grade 12: Salary Scale: R451, 968.00 – R586, 680.00 per annum plus benefits
Fringe Benefits: Medical Aid Scheme, Housing Subsidy, Pension Scheme, Group Life, 13th Cheque, car scheme [where applicable].