The South African Weather Service (SAWS) Has vacancy For RADAR Specialists X3.
Total salary package: Negotiable (Ref.WS02/082024)
Location: KwaZulu Natal (Durban), Western Cape (Cape Town) and Eastern Cape (East
London/Mthatha)
About the South African Weather Service
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity.
It is an authoritative voice for weather and climate forecasting in South Africa and as a member of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) it complies with international meteorological standards.
As an Aviation Meteorological Authority, SAWS is designated by the state to provide weather services to the aviation industry, marine and a range of other identified clients and to fulfil a range of international obligations of the government.
Key Performance Areas
The Specialist: Radio frequency and Detection Range (RADAR, Regional) Network is essentially
responsible for the operation of the radars within the respective regions in South Africa:
- RADAR and peripheral Maintenance and Calibration,
- Assembly, Installation, Repairs and Upgrade
- Software Development and Back-up, thus have advanced ICT Skills
- Multi-discipline in Engineering
- Understanding of General Machinery Rules and Regulations, thus ensuring compliance
- Record Keeping, Compilation and Updating
- Research on new and developing Radar Technology
Requirements and Attributes
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- A Degree in Electrical Engineering (NQF 7 – 8: B-Tech, B-Eng, BSc).
- Minimum of 3 years’ relevant technology experience, post qualification.
- Minimum of 5 years’ other engineering or technology experience.
- Well-versant in specific technology application (thus, Original Equipment Manufacturer, OEM,
trained). - If registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (Candidate or Professional Category),
ECSA recognised Voluntary Engineering Body may be considered as added advantage.
How to Apply
Apply on company portal: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancies.
(Comprehensive CV with certified copies of
qualifications). must be included
