Job title : Meteorological Technician - Calvania
Job Location : Western Cape,
Deadline : October 17, 2025
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Observation :
Perform routine weather observation duties that include : - Visual weather observation and compile routine reports,Providing special reports for changes in weather.Providing observation reports timeously as per schedule or as per the timeliness of the client’s requestsDownloading of remote observation station dataCollection and quality control of manual rainfall stationQuality control of AWS and ARS data and transmission thereof to central data basePerform routine and adhoc maintenance of SAWS Observations infrastructure (Thorough understanding of Automatic Weather Stations is required)Internal and External Customer Relations :
Liaise with clients as per office plan.Represent SAWS at Stakeholder meetings as per plan.Total Quality Management
Apply prevention and corrective action procedures on all findings related to weather observation.Promote a quality culture amongst the staff within the office.Promote the SAWS Quality Policy and intergrade it into the day-to-day activities of the officeProvide 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.Minimum Requirements and Attributes :
A Grade 12 Certificate with Maths and Science.Weather Observers certificate.Ability to obtain a competent Aviation Meteorological Observation (AMO) certificate within 6 months of employment.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 or be in a position to obtain a valid driver’s license within 3 months of employment.Science jobs