Senior Hydrological Data Officer

EdUpStairs; Boskop; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

EdUpStairs in Boskop Centre: Boskop Hydrological Services Office invites applicants to support collection, processing and archiving of hydrological data, including stream flow, levels, evaporation and rainfall. You will ensure data integrity, use HYDSTRA, and assist with dissemination to stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have 6–10 years in hydrological environments, a relevant NQF 4 certificate, strong Excel/Word skills, and a willingness to travel while upholding safety standards and accurate

Qualifications

• NQF level 4 Senior/Grade 12 with Mathematics/Mathematics Literacy/Physical Science.
• 6–10 years’ experience in surface or groundwater data collection and processing.
• Valid unexpired driver’s license.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Experience with HYDSTRA or similar data management system.
• Knowledge of surface water monitoring instruments and data processing.
• Understanding of hydrological/geohydrological processes and databases.
• Familiarity with OHS and relevant equipment.
• Ability to navigate tendering processes and purchasing of instruments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collection, processing and archiving of hydrological data (stream flow, water levels, rainfall).
• Ensure data and field forms are received, registered and processed.
• Use HYDSTRA for data processing, archiving and quality control.
• Archive processed data per departmental standards.
• Report field-visit recommendations to supervisor.
• Convert binary logger data to usable formats for import.
• Assist with dissemination of hydrological data to stakeholders.
• Support technicians and scientists in task execution and quality control.
• Contribute inputs for training materials in data processing.
• Provide on-the-job training in the field of expertise.

Skills

Excel

Word

HYDSTRA

Data processing

Hydrological knowledge

Hydro database systems

Tendering processes

OHS knowledge

Report writing

Travel willingness

Education

NQF level 4 Senior/Grade 12 with Mathematics/Mathematics Literacy/Physical Science

Tools

HYDSTRA

Excel

Word

Job description

EdUpStairs in Boskop Centre: Boskop Hydrological Services Office invites applicants to support collection, processing and archiving of hydrological data, including stream flow, levels, evaporation and rainfall. You will ensure data integrity, use HYDSTRA, and assist with dissemination to stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have 6–10 years in hydrological environments, a relevant NQF 4 certificate, strong Excel/Word skills, and a willingness to travel while upholding safety standards and accurate