Jobs at The South African Weather Service (SAWS)

WS03/082024    

Job Summary:

To manage the regional observation infrastructure performance through effective maintenance, upgrade, and calibration of Observing Networks to enable system availability and data integrity.

Key Performance Areas:

Products, Service Delivery / Infrastructure Maintenance:

• Ensure data availability from remote Observation Networks such as Automatic Weather Stations, RADAR, Lightning Detection Network, Automatic Rainfall Stations, conforming to approved organizational targets.
• Accurately diagnose and repair faulty equipment to enable network availability.
• Undertake continuous monitoring of Observing Networks and evaluate system performance.
• Implement the Inspection Programme for Observing Networks to maintain data integrity.
• Liaise with Commercial Clients on AWS installation and maintenance matters.
• Identify new sites in the expansion of network areas and prepare proposals for approval by Regional Manager.
• Compile the infrastructure demand plan for the region, with support from Meteorological Technicians.
• Coordinate infrastructure replacement requests with Technical Services.
• Ensure calibration and testing of meteorological equipment as and when necessary.
• Coordinate the incoming and outgoing of meteorological equipment.
• Ensure that reactive and non-reactive maintenance is attended to within the stipulated timeframes as directed by Technical Services and the Line Manager.

Innovation, Process Improvement & Revenue Generation:

• Monitor adherence to EQS processes to enable certification of equipment of Observing Networks.
• Participate in the planning and direct the implementation of decommissioning and recommissioning of the weather observation systems.
• Provide analysis and recommendations on asset life cycles.
• Analyze current techniques and technologies used in the collection and processing of data to ensure the best practices are used and applied consistently across the board.
• Develop maintenance processes for Observing Networks.
• Develop business continuity plans to ensure availability of systems.

Administration, Governance, Risk & Compliance:

• Prepare infrastructure status reports for Regional Manager on a daily basis.
• Monitor MOU with Site Owners to ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations.
• Prepare specifications for procurement of technical equipment.
• Proactively order Weather Observation Infrastructure spares to prevent work disruptions.
• Ensure the availability of the relevant Standard Operating Procedures, and that the junior personnel are well inducted on these and have easy access to them and comply accordingly.
• Ensure compliance with designated national and international standards.
• Analyze and interpret regional infrastructure performance through monitoring and evaluation. Where applicable, implement corrective actions.
• Ensure strict adherence to SHEQ policies and procedures.
• Monitor the Risk Register and ensure the implementation of identified risk mitigation actions.
• Participate in various regional audits and ensure that all audit findings are addressed.
• Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual status reports on Observing Networks for submission to Regional Manager.
• Give input on budget planning.
• Assist the region and SCM with sourcing of local suppliers.

People, Culture, and Values:

• Promote a culture and practices that reflect the SAWS values and manage the team’s performance.
• Develop capacity and capability required to sustain/maintain observations infrastructure in operation.
• Take ownership of own development activities to ensure performance against agreed standards.
• Contribute to team success by contributing and committing to the team.

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with the other regional team in an effort to deliver the SAWS mandate.
• Implement public awareness programs for the local communities (Office outreach activities).

Minimum Requirements and Attributes:

• BTech in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Light Current) or equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ experience within Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent environment.
• Code EB or Code 08 (without endorsements).
• Leadership and management skills.

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Job Summary

This role is an integral member of the HCM team that implements and monitors the delivery of the Human Capital Management strategy and collaborates with various departments to ensure the SAWS’ Employee Value Proposition is clearly articulated and implemented.

Key Performance Areas

• Implementation of the HCM’s Annual Performance Plan (APP) and projects
• Assist employees and line managers with the interpretation of HR policies and Procedures.
• Keep abreast of new developments in the HCM environment to ensure that SAWS provides world-class solutions and programmes while complying with the relevant legislation.
• Managing the boarding process due to the employee’s incapacity.
• Drive HR initiatives and projects.
• Support HR Business Partners on processes and decisions relating to grievances, performance and disciplinary actions.
• To assist with the implementation, monitoring and reporting on specific employee wellness needs to assist with increasing productivity, boosting morale, reducing stress, and assisting employees to make smart and healthy choices aligned to the organisation's safety culture.
• Together with the Communications team, coordinate the SAWS’ Annual Long Service and Employee Recognition Awards.
• Communication of long service to recipients to line managers monthly.
• Manage the annual medical aid roadshows with the assistance of the SAWS’ Medical Aid Brokers.
• Manage the annual pension fund roadshows and retirement preparation workshops with the SAWS pension fund administrators.
• Is responsible for the liaison with the SAWS’ Employee Wellness service providers, including the submission of the requisite monthly headcount reports to the provider within the agreed timeframes on the SLA.
• Together with the SAWS’ Employee Wellness Service Providers, coordinate the SAWS’ Annual Wellness Days across all offices.
• Leading projects and/or contributing to HCM projects and be part of the cross-functional team.
• Manage the annual process of the Declaration of Interest by employees, including the submission of related RFI’s to auditors.
• Conduct exit interviews for terminated employees.
• Assist HR Business Partners during internal and external audits.
• Manage the SAWS’ recruitment portal, liaising with ICT for fault reporting and any upgrades that are required.
• Preparation of interview packs and forwarding the interview schedule to reception.
• Preparation of the appointment letters and drafting of employment contracts.
• Liaise with the HRBPs to consolidate and submit weekly recruitment status reports.
• Address medical, pension fund and employee wellness related queries from the HRBPs and other SAWS’ employees.
• Be the point of contact for HR related queries from both internal and external clients within the SAWS.
• Monthly calendar health pop ups.
• Collaborate with the ICT team to ensure the security vulnerability management, access controls and management of passwords on the Employee Self-Service System (ESS) as well as the HCM’s ERP system.
• Assist employees with their password set-ups.
• Assist employees with leave enquiries on ESS.
• Assist employees to access and operate the Old Mutual portal.

Minimum Requirements and Attributes:

• Degree in Human Resources Management.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
• Stakeholder engagement and proven track record in ability to engage at all occupational levels.
• Knowledge of the Labour Relations, Basic Conditions of Employment, Skills Development, Employment Equity, BBBEE, POPI Acts and all other related prescripts.
• Valid driver’s licence is an added advantage.