A vacancy currently exists for a Process Operator at the Technical Department of the GRNP: Tsitsikamma Section. The appointed candidate will report to the Technical Officer and will be required to reside in official accommodation within the park.
Location
GARDEN ROUTE NATIONAL PARK
Requirements
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric Certificate) with Mathematics and Science.
- Valid Driver’s License (Code B or higher)
- Minimum of 2 years practical experience in water purification or wastewater treatment operations.
- National Certificate: Water and Wastewater Process Operations NQF Level 2 (or equivalent SETA-accredited qualification).
- Proficiency in at least two official South African languages, including English (verbal and written communication).
- Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and its application in water treatment facilities.
Additional Competencies:
- First Aid Level 1 Certificate will be an added advantage.
- Basic mechanical and chemical handling knowledge.
- Ability to interpret process flow diagrams and plant operating instructions.
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and standby duties as required.
Responsibilities
- Checking and cleaning of bio-filters to ensure effective operation.
- Check, Inspect and Clean all sewer pumps and stations for sustainable operation and set standards.
- Visual inspection of sewer pipelines daily and reporting of any leaks.
- Preparation of chemical mixtures.
- Sufficient chemical dosing: Check and ensure that Flocculent drums are kept full.
- Clean sand filters and setting ponds.
- Water purification by checking and testing water.
- Visiting all reservoirs daily to check the water level.
- Inspect main water pumps and pump lines daily to ensure sustainable water supply.
- Record water meter readings and chemicals used.
- Complete control sheets for water used during the day.
- Swimming Pool maintenance e.g. sweeping and scrubbing pool floor as required.
- Clean filter rooms, filters and pumps.
- Standby duties when required.
- Must be able to work independently and in a Team.
Please Note
Applications that have not been responded to within 21 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.
The remuneration package includes a basic salary, based on the salary scale of a position with a Paterson B3 job grade and allowances and benefits as specified in the HR Tariff document and Conditions of Services of SANParks.
SANParks is an equal opportunity employer. SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment. South African citizens will receive priority unless otherwise specified.
Paterson Grade
B3
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
Applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae to the following address:
USE THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE NUMBER ON YOUR APPLICATION: PROCESS OPERATOR TNP02
Applications will only be completed when you have applied through the link or QR code:
https://forms.office.com/r/syjA0UjTa9
and have submitted all relevant documents to the following email address:
Attention: Miss V. Cunningham
Human Capital Department
Tsitsikamma Section
Garden Route National Park
Closing Date
01 August 2025
