Water Quality Advisor - Bulk Distribution And Production
Rand Water·Gauteng, south-africa·Full Time·Remote
OperationsFull TimeRemote
-Closes Nov 11, 2026
Job Advert Summary
The incumbent will be responsible for implementing and maintaining water quality assurance services and activities across the entire drinking water supply chain, from catchment to tap.
Minimum Requirements
NQF 7 Tertiary qualification in Science or Engineering - Relevant fields of study include Natural Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology), Chemical Engineering, Water Care or Water Utilisation
Minimum four years of relevant working experience in the water
Valid driver's license
Registration with a recognised professional body - Candidate Natural Scientist / Engineering (eg: SACNASP; ESCA; SAICE)
NQF Level 8 postgraduate Science or Engineering qualification - Relevant fields of study include Natural Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology), Chemical Engineering, Water Care or Water Utilisation (Advantageous)
Primary Duties
Participate in the auditing, optimisation and implementation of an integrated water quality management system for the entire water supply chain (catchment, production, bulk and retail distribution), incorporating and applying the principles of international water safety planning. These aspects will include, but are not limited to:
Water quality guidelines and standards;
Water quality monitoring programmes;
Water quality risk registers; and
Water quality management procedures and incident protocols.
Identify legal requirements and plan compliance measures, taking cognisance of the Water Services Act and related regulations, the National Water Act, SANS 241, Blue Drop requirements, the National Water Resource Strategy and other applicable frameworks.
Knowledge
Understanding of:
The drinking water supply chain
Water treatment processes
The water industry
Water legislation and regulations
Water safety planning principles
Risk management across the entire drinking water supply chain Water quality management principles, procedures and incident management protocols
Blue Drop and IRIS requirements and
ISO 9001 and ISO 22000
Skills
Technical report writing skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
Ability to educate others on water quality assurance requirements
Project management skills
Problem investigation and problem-solving skills
Attitude
Ability to interact with different groups of people
Self-driven and internally motivated
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail
Customer-service orientation
Willingness to undertake fieldwork
Willingness to work outside normal office hours and remotely, when required