Marine Programme Officer

Private Bag X097, Pretoria, 0001 • Tel: + 27 (0) 12 367 6000 • www.weathersa.co.za • USSD: 1207297#

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:
Marine Programme Officer
Salary: Level 8
Centre: Marine Specialized Centre
(Ref: WS04/102023)

Job summary: The Marine Programme Officer/Marine Coordinator is primarily responsible for
managing the South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) in collaboration with the DFFE,
ensure continuous availability and quality control of meteorological data from the remote bases and
coastal stations to the Global Telecommunication System (GTS), and building strategic partnerships
with stakeholders in the marine sector for national and international programs such as the Ship
Observations Team (SOT).

Key Performance Areas:
Marine Related Infrastructure and observational data:

• Ensure adequate maintenance and calibration of meteorological equipment on ships,
  including the SA Agulhas II, and remote bases.
• Manage the inspection programme for Maritime Observing Networks.
• Manage the repair and replacement of faulty equipment of the maritime observing networks.
• Ensure ongoing collection and quality control of marine related meteorological data.
• Conduct daily checks on meteorological data from remote bases and ship/VOS to ensure
  availability to the GTS.
• Conduct routine collection of in situ SST data to ensure SAWS meets its mandate as the longterm custodian of meteorological data.
• Introduce initiatives to expand observational infrastructure to the entire coastline, the oceans
  around South Africa and remote bases.
• Maintain and establish new strategic partnerships aimed at increase ocean observations for
  South Africa and neighbouring countries.
• Willingness to participate in research and takeover voyages.

Internal and External Customer Relations:

• Liaise with clients as per office plan.
• Represent SAWS at Stakeholder meetings as per plan.
• Participate in the recruitment and supervision of overwinter Meteorological teams on the
  remote bases and relief teams for takeover voyages.
• Promote the awareness of SAWS Marine products and services to stakeholders.
• Facilitate training sessions with internal stakeholders for the overwinter and relief teams.
• Interact with the ocean observing community in South Africa to deploy infrastructure.

Total Quality Management

• Apply prevention and corrective action procedures on all findings related to marine related
  weather observation.
• Promote a quality culture amongst the overwinter and takeover staff on the SANAP program.
• Promote the SAWS Quality Policy and intergrade it into the day-to-day activities of the office.
• Provide assistance during audits of the regional office as required.
• Perform regular inspections to ensure all work done is according to documented requirements.
• Ensure that the work environment complies with legislative requirements relations to OHS.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for the SANAP programme, VOS and all other related programmes.
• Ensure data from research vessels is quality controlled.Ensure propre document control and record of registers.

Administration:

• Initiate procurement process for marine requirements, including PPE and stationery for the
  remote bases.
• Prepare monthly reports for marine observation data availability.
• Participate in budget planning and expenditure control for the marine programs.
• Control of stock levels required for operations at the remote bases and on research vessels
  undertaking marine meteorology.
• Perform routine office administration practices including lodging claims, transport and medical
  related administration.
• Conduct case studies on marine related sciences.
• Perform functions as delegated by marine scientists and Senior Manager/Executive.

Minimum Requirements and Attributes:

• A Grade 12 Certificate with Maths and Science.
• Weather Observers certificate with at least 5 years’ experience in a marine observation
  environment or a Bachelor’s Degree in marine related sciences.
• Ability to read, analyse and interpret written request for weather data and information.
• Knowledge of international standards such as WMO and ICAO. Advanced knowledge of
  observation tools.
• A valid code 08 driver’s license

Please Note:
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr. Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012)
367 6091.
Register as user on our website using this link: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancies
to apply for the above position and upload your (Comprehensive CV with certified copies of
qualifications).

Closing Date: 31 October 2023
Note: Recruitment Agency applicant submissions will not be considered
Preference will be given to People living with disabilities in line with SAWS EE targets. This is an EE
position and preference will be given to females, Africans, Indians and Coloureds (AIC).
Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Candidates who have not been
contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful. The organisation reserves the right not to fill this position. South African
Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer.

Record Reference HCM-ADVERT-MT10/2023

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