General Worker - South African Weather Service

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) and is governed by a Board. The organisation is an authoritative voice for weather and climate-related services in South Africa and is a member of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) to fulfil a range of international obligations of the government. South African Weather Service (SAWS) strives to be a Weather and Climate Centre of Excellence providing innovative solutions to ensure a weather-smart region, sustainable development and economic growth. 

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of:

General Worker

Salary total package: Negotiable

Centre: Cape Town Weather Office

(Ref. WS02/102022)

Job Summary:

General Worker is essentially responsible for aiding technicians and performing rudimentary maintenance tasks within the office as well as at observation sites.

Key Performance Areas:

• The work includes assisting Weather Observers with manual tasks, both locally and at remote meteorological sites.

• Cleaning of SAWS offices, vehicles, and low-level maintenance in the office.

• Receiving and dispatching of stock.

• Assist with the routine maintenance and installation of meteorological equipment.

• Sorting and archiving of documentation. Transportation of personnel and performing basic handyman tasks.

• Responsible for asset and fleet management.

• Ensure compliance with Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Management standards.

Minimum Requirements and Attributes:

• Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate.

• Be in possession of a valid Driver’s Licence to be able to operate a light motor vehicle.

• The incumbent must be able to perform outdoor labour-intensive duties.

• The post requires handyman skills, and the skills to operate a lawnmower machine.

• Communications skills.