Research and Development Technician
Vaal Central Water
Bothaville, Free State
Permanent
Posted 16 July 2025
- Closing Date 15 August 2025
Job Details
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collect compliance and operational monitoring results from quality control and operational laboratories.
- Analyse collected results of jar tests and identify non-compliance to required standards.
- Maintain database for all jar tests results.
- Implement new methods for research purposes
- Investigate any water quality concerns identified in the different regions
- Assist with planning experiential work to investigate new products and technology for potable and wastewater treatment with accurate interpretation.
- Capture and maintain data on electronic water quality management database.
- Compile an annual program for filter evaluation.
- Monitor disinfection efficiency at the plant and the reticulation system.
- Conduct plant inspections as per pre-determined specifications.
- Perform ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.
- Observe all Health and Safety protocols and procedures.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Sc Honours Chemistry/B.Tech Chemical Engineering/Analytical Chemistry/ Water Care.
- 2 years’ experience as a Research Technician.
- Competent in MS Office.
- Report writing skills.
- Valid Drivers’ License.