Applications are
invited from suitably
qualified local candidates for the
following positions:
DEPARTMENT : WATER AFFAIRS
DIVISION : HYDROLOGY (THABA TSEKA)
JOB TITLE : PRINCIPAL TECHNICAL OFFICER
GRADE :F
NUMBER OF POSITIONS : ONE (1)
RESPONSIBLE TO : HYDROLOGIST
JOB SUMMARY
The incumbent shall report to the Hydrologist and he/she is responsible for the collection, processing, analyzing and archiving of raw hydro meteorological data at all times. He/she shall establish river monitoring network, maintain available stations and ensure that adequate and accurate flow records are collected, processed and reported on a monthly routine basis.
1.0 MAIN DUTIES
1.1 Oversees day-to-day hydro-operations of the region. He/she shall be head of the region.
1.2 Collects Hydrological, Water Quality, Wetlands and/or Hydrogeological field data. Prepares data collection schedules and check sheets to ensure data from the visited station is adequate.
1.3 Ensure that discharge measurements are taken and Compiled
1.4 Supervises junior staff as well as oversee the work of the Hydrological observers in the designated region.
1.5 Ensure that flow stations are clean and function properly. The sump of the stilling well must be cleaned regularly and mechanical parts of installed recorders and instrumentation maintained. Install and calibrate data loggers with minimal supervision for continued water level recording.
1.6 Must be able to survey river cross — sections, compile and interpret the survey results. Supervises the installation and calibration of gauge plates to ensure that accurate hydrology data is collected
1.7
Participate in Regional
Meetings organized by DA and
reports as appropriate
1.8 Calculates catchment characteristics such as bed profiles, slopes catchment area, stream length, altitude, etc. for each established flow measuring station within his region of operation.
1.9 Prepares the regional budget and manages all activities under his jurisdiction.
1.10 Archives and analyses hydrological/hydro-geological data. Submits a written Report submitting data and the activities he performed on a routine monthly basis. Fills the performance appraisal form
2.0 KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
2.1 EDUCATION AND TRAINING
2.1.1 Bachelor of Science Degree in Hydrology
2.1.2
Diploma in Hydrology
Plus 2 years’
experience working as the
Senior Technical
Officer
2.1.3 Diploma in Water and Environmental Engineering Plus 10 years’ experience as the Senior and/or Technical Officer.
2.2 OTHER NECESSARY SKILLS
2.2.1 Knowledge of the laws governing the Public Service employees.
2.2.2 Knowledge of the water resources laws and policies.
2.2.3 A driver’s license is an added advantage.
3.0 RESPONSIBILITY
3.1 Day to day management of hydrological/hydro-geological activities.
4.0 GOVERNMENT PROPERTY
It is the responsibility of the Principal Technical Officer to regulate the use of equipment for the proper operation of the section.
4.1 EFFECT OF ERRORS
It is the responsibility of the Principal Technical Officer to minimize errors in the general operation of the Section. The consequences of errors would lead to:
• Misuse of resources such as, material and human.
•
Under performance leading
to failure to
achieve the water
resources information
management
•
Failure to advice
on the drought,
flood and pollution
mitigation
measures
to be taken
by Government.
4.2 FOR EFFECT OF SAFETY OF OTHERS
The Principal Technical Officer supervises the Technical staff that is directly under him/her. The Technical staff carries out field work which needs protective measures while at a particular work.
5.0 COMPLEXITY
5.1 AUTHORITY FOR DECISION MAKING
The Principal Technical Officer makes decisions that affect the water resources information management system.
5.2 PROBLEM SOLVING
The Principal Technical Officer is expected to intervene whenever a problem arises within the section, be it administrative or technical. The problems beyond the Principal Technical Officer’s authority are referred to Hydrologist.
5.3 SUPERVISION RECEIVED
The Principal Technical Officer receives supervision on government policy issues/changes through the Hydrologist.
5.4 DEXTERITY
The Principal Technical Officer must possess good communication skills to enable him/her to represent the department in the water resources fora.
5.5 CONTACTS
The Principal Technical Officer is required to contact with:
• Hydrologist of the department of water affairs.
• Technical staff in the department of water affairs
• Non-governmental Organizations.
• Consultants.
• The General Public in the water resource data collection and management.
6.0 EFFORTS
6.1 MENTAL EFFORT
The Principal Technical Officer’s work pressure requires strong mental effort which involves translation of government policy into technical operations to achieve expected results per the objectives of the Section.
6.2 PHYSICAL EFFORT
The Principal Technical Officer is expected to pay attention to the general expectations of the Section through monitoring of performance of technical staff.
6.3 EMOTIONAL EFFORT
The Principal Technical Officer must have the quality to control the emotional expressions especially when dealing with supervisees, Public, and other contacts.
7.0 WORKING CONDITIONS
7.1 UNFAVOURABLE CONDITIONS
This involves random monitoring/checking of some of the Sectional operations at different extremes of weather conditions.
Frequent field visits which include spending days at working sites anywhere in the country.
7.2 HAZARD
The Principal Technical Officer is expected to visit hazardous areas involving flood, drought and pollution stricken areas.
All applications should be on relevant forms, GP 104 for serving officer and GP 103 for job seekers, accompanied by certified copies of educational certificates, marriage certificates for married women, transcripts, performance appraisals (for serving officers) and contact details.
Applications should be submitted to:
The Human Resource Office Ministry of Water
Christie House 2nd Floor
Maseru
Closing date: 27 September, 2019