Lepelle Northern Water

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Lepelle Northern Water (LNW) is a Water Board established in terms of Water Services Act No 108 of
1997 as a bulk water supply and related water services provider, operating several water purification
works and wastewater treatment schemes in the Limpopo Province

VACANCIES
APPLICATIONS ARE HEREBY INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING VACANCIES: –

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER – (REF: HRM/35/24)

LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE – POLOKWANE

MINIMUM SALARY: R1 232 257.52 per annum on a D-Upper Paterson Broadband (Allinclusive)

Minimum Job Requirements: A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources/Industrial
Psychology/Business Administration with at least 8 years relevant human capital experience, of
which five (5) years must be at middle management level. A valid driver’s license is a
prerequisite. A post graduate qualification or an MBA/MBL and Registration with relevant
professional body will be an added advantage.

Competencies required: Provide effective leadership and management of the Human
Resources Unit  Demonstrate the ability to break down strategy into practical operational
plans at all levels  In-depth knowledge of HR policies, systems and procedures and the ability
to articulate these at all staff and management levels  Good knowledge of legislation governing
employment practices (BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA)  Knowledge and application of Change
Management Principles  Expertise in organisational design and development, including talent
management  Excellent verbal and written communication skills  Excellent active listening,
negotiation and presentation skills  Experience in preparing reports up to the Board level
 Customer service orientation  High level of assertiveness  Effective interpersonal skills 
Planning, management of financial and human resources of the Unit.

Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Executive Manager – Corporate Services,the incumbent
will be responsible for:  Developing and implementing human capital strategies, policies,
procedures and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy  Supporting and advising
the organisation on Change Management initiatives in order to address the organizational
culture  Champion the development of a human capital pipeline in partnership with
Managers in order to attract, develop and retain the best talent in support of sustainability
of the organisation  Conduct workforce analysis, determining optimum staff requirements and
design of the organizational structure that maximizes synergies across functions to support the
approved strategic plan  Ensuring that the job analysis is conducted in order to develop job
descriptions and competency profiles to facilitate human capital planning, recruitment and
selection, performance management, training and development, job evaluation and structure
design as well as career planning  Developing and implementing a learning and development
strategy to identify skills and competency (gap analysis) based on the human capital and
organizational strategy  Managing a performance appraisal system that drives high
performance  Monitoring and provide guidance on the implementation of the organization
disciplinary and grievance handling procedure so as to ensure speedy resolution of the cases
 Empowering Managers and employees on policies to ensure compliance with applicable
employment conditions, safety and health issues  Ensuring compliance with all LNW’s policies
and procedures, code of ethics.

LEGAL SERVICES PRACTITIONER – (REF NO. HRM/36/24)

LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE

MINIMUM SALARY: R882 422.53 per annum on a D-Lower Paterson Broadband (Allinclusive)

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) with at least 5 years’
experience, of which 3 years must be at supervisory level. A valid driver’s license is a
prerequisite. Admission as an Attorney/Advocate is mandatory.

KNOWLEDGE: The Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)  Treasury Regulations  Water
Services Act  Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)  Promotion of Access to
Information Act (PAIA)  Criminal Procedure Act  Law of Evidence  Constitutional Law 
Labour Relations Act etc.

SKILLS: Communication  Time management  Report writing  Planning and Organising 
Diplomacy  Policy Development  Networking  Financial Management  Project
Management  Negotiation and Interpretation of legislation or prescripts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Providing the necessary and professional legal advice and
support to Lepelle Northern Water  Draft, review and amend legal prescripts, policies,
regulations, contracts, memoranda of understanding, service level agreements and other legal
documents on behalf of LNW  Manage general litigation on behalf of LNW in consultation with
legal practitioners / office of the State Attorney  Research and report on unique legal
issues impacting the LNW  Keep abreast of legislative changes that may affect the LNW 
Document and maintain legal files for ease reference  Provide and interpret legal information,
conduct training and disseminate appropriate legal requirements to staff  Facilitate the
promotion of an effective relationship with all stakeholders  Management and development of
staff  Compile and monitor budget for legal services  Ensure compliance with all LNW’s
policies and procedures, code of ethics

ICT BUSINESS ANALYST

(REF No. HRM/37/24)

MINIMUM SALARY: R737 011.98 per annum on a C-Upper Paterson Broadband (All
inclusive)

Minimum Job Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science / Information
Technology coupled with 4 years relevant experience in ICT environment of which 2 years’
experience must be at a supervisory level. A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite. Registration
with relevant professional body will be an added advantage.

Competencies: Strong understanding of most pressing ICT problems in business and to bring
organizational innovation  Problem solving and critical analytical skills  Working with Tools
and Technology  ICT User skills  Interpersonal and consultative skills  Cyber Threat
Analyst  Good planning, organizing, presentation and report writing skills  Ability to work
under pressure with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the ICT Applications Specialist, the incumbent will be
responsible for: Systematic and methodical investigation, analysis and documentation of all or
part of a business area in terms of business functions and processes and the information they
use across applications  impact analysis to identify all affected interfaces by new systems or
change to existing systems  Act as a bridge between the business and the ICT Unit 
Document the underlying business architecture and conduct feasibility studies, business cases,
risk assessments, writes proposals, and major changes to existing applications of Information
and Communication Technology  Documentation of Test Plans and coordination of testing
effort  Gather and coordinate Business requirements  Data analysis (SQL)  Business and
process analysis as well as impact assessment  Translate business requirements into
solutions  Ensure appropriate documentation are created and maintained  Facilitation of
meetings, workshops, etc. to gather information Ensure compliance with all LNW policies,
procedures and code of ethics.

ACCOUNTANT REVENUE (REF NO. HRM/38/24)

LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE

MINIMUM SALARY: R737 011.98 per annum on a C-Upper Paterson Broadband (All
inclusive)

Minimum Job Requirements: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Accounting
or Accounting Science coupled with 4 years related experience in Revenue Management of
which 2 years should be at a supervisory level. A valid driver’s license is a pre-requisite.
Registration with relevant professional body will be advantageous.

Competencies Required:  Must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
etc.)  Excellent Organizational and Time Management skills  Strong business ethics 
Service delivery innovations  Ability to communicate effectively at all levels  Good
presentation skills  Report writing skills  Ability to work under pressure and beyond normal
working hours.

Key Responsibilities: – Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, the incumbent will be
responsible for ensuring accurate billing of revenue account to all customers  Implementation
of credit control policy to ensure collection of revenue  Ensure adequate coordination between
the revenue and production team to for accuracy and completeness of meter readings
Debtors assessment and annual impairment of account receivable in line with GRAP 104. 
Implementation of investment policy to ensure LNW maximizes return on investment. 
Monitoring, control and reconciliation of bank account. Manage and reconcile Petty cash
accounts Engage both internal and external stakeholders to resolve disputes.  Prepare
monthly and quarterly reports for the unit  Ensures compliance with all LNW’s policies and
procedures requirements, code of ethics and confidentiality.

INVENTORY OFFICER (REF NO. HRM/39/24)

LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE

MINIMUM SALARY: R737 011.98 per annum on a C-Upper Paterson Broadband (All
inclusive)

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or
Supply Chain Management or Logistics coupled with 4 years’ experience in Inventory
Management or Supply Chain Management environment of which 2 years’ experience should
be at Supervisory Level. A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite. Registration with relevant
professional bodies will be advantageous.

Competencies: Knowledge of Supply Chain Management policies and procedures, PPPFA,
BBBEE and PFMA  Must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint etc.) 
Time management  Strong business acumen and ethics  Have the ability to communicate
effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels  Good presentation skills 
Knowledge of SAP system  Report writing skills  Ability to work under pressure and beyond
normal working hours.

Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the incumbent will be
responsible for:  Developing and establishing inventory processes  Develop and ensure
implementation of internal control system on inventory management  Prepare and report
monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliation of stock items  Prepare journals on stock
discrepancies and capture on SAP system  Maintenance of the stock items (physically and
on the SAP system)  Identify redundant stock items and recommend for removal  Conduct
monthly, quarterly and annual stock counting  Identification and disposal of obsolete or
damaged stock  Prepares write-off reports for approval and capturing on the SAP System 
Managing the receiving and issuing of goods / stock  Establishment of storehouse 
Identification and management of stock levels  Ensure financial compliance and monitor the
system in terms of the PFMA and all relevant pieces of legislation  Implement and report on
Risk and Audit action plan related to stores management  Directly supervise, coach and
mentor subordinates  Ensure compliance with all LNW’s policies, procedures and code of
ethics.

SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER – (REF NO. HRM/40/24)

LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE

MINIMUM SALARY: R737 011.98 per annum on a C-Upper Paterson Broadband (All
inclusive)

Minimum Job Requirements National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain
Management with at least 4 years experience in Supply Chain Management environment, of
which 2 years must be at supervisory level. A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite.
Registration with relevant professional body will be advantageous.

Competencies: Must have thorough knowledge of Supply Chain Management Policies and
Procedures (PPPFA, BBBEE and PFMA)  Must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel,
MS PowerPoint etc.)  Time management  Strong business acumen and ethics  Have the
ability to communicate effectively at all levels  Good presentation skills  Report writing skills
 Ability to work under pressure and beyond normal working hours  Knowledge of
infrastructure project procurement.

Key Responsibilities: – Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the incumbent will be
responsible for:  Examining, analyzing and managing the departmental purchase requisitions
and orders for completeness and accuracy  Implement the best method of procuring in line
with the legislation  Conduct market analysis and benchmarking of specific goods to ensure
value for money  Consolidate acquisition plan in line with the approved budget  Report on
the implementation of the acquisition plan  Implement risk and audit findings action plan 
Facilitate tender briefing sessions  Review the SCM bid documents for compliance  Liaise
with key stakeholders in the value chain  Compile monthly reports on supply chain
management for activities carried out in own area of responsibility  Directly supervise, coach
and mentor subordinates  Ensure compliance with all LNW’s policies, procedures and code
of ethics.

SENIOR LABORATORY TECHNICIAN: MICROBIOLOGY (REF NO. HRM/41/24

LOCATION: EBENEZER SCHEME

MINIMUM SALARY: R737 011.98 per annum on a C-Upper Paterson Broadband (All
inclusive)

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma in
Microbiology/Biotechnology coupled with at least 4 years’ experience in a laboratory
environment of which 2 years should be at the supervisory level. Certificate in ISO 17025
Laboratory Systems Course and experience in Microbiology laboratory methods (Cholera,
Somatic Coliphages, Protozoan parasites). Previous experience as a Technical Signatory in
SANAS accredited laboratory. A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite. Professional registration
with a relevant professional body (SACNASP) will be advantageous.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:  Must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS
PowerPoint etc.)  Ability to maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment Proven experience
in microbiology  Report writing skills;  Ability to work under pressure with minimal
supervision.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Laboratory Superintendent, the Senior Laboratory
Technician will be responsible for:  Adhering to Quality Management Systems to ensure
compliance with ISO 17025  Compile, implement and validate new methods  Provide
timeous results of routine and non-routine samples received  serve as Technical Signatory
and participate in Laboratory Proficiency Schemes  Monitor and evaluate the performance of
laboratory in proficiency test scheme (SABS) and initiate corrective action  conduct rootcause-analysis on closing of non-conformances raised in internal and external audits 
Maintains the laboratory accreditation, and increase scope of accreditation with new methods
 Maintain records on Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), as per ISO 17025
requirements, compilation of reports, doing results cross- check  Receives and records all
routine and non-routine samples  Manages and controls stock of crucial reagents and
chemicals  Prepares budget for laboratory chemicals, reagents and instrument  Responsible
for daily and periodic calibration of instruments and react on outlier results  Ensure
compliance with all LNW’s policies, procedures and code of ethics.

GIS TECHNICIAN – (REF. NO. HRM/42/24)

LOCATION: HEAD OFFICE

MINIMUM SALARY: R737 011.98 per annum on a C-Upper Paterson Broadband (All
inclusive)

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Geomatics coupled
with 4 years’ experience in the project or asset management environment of which 2 years’
experience should be at supervisory level. A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite. Registration
with relevant professional body will be advantageous.

Competencies Required:  Analytical Skill  Problem solving skill  Excellent organizational
and time Management skills  Strong business ethics  Service delivery innovation  Ability
to communicate effectively at all levels  Good presentation skills  Report writing skills 
Ability to work under pressure and beyond normal working hours.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Infrastructure Maintenance Manager, the
incumbent will be responsible for: Developing a wide variety of computerised maps, and map
layers  Drafts or digitise the information into a computer data base  Undertakes spatial
analysis with regards to GIS projects  Conduct quality assurance on layers for accuracy 
Conduct research on GIS technologies to keep up with developments in the geo-spatial
industry, introduces new methods/technology for solving spatial data problems  Participates
in the relevant GIS forums  Implements new GIS standards  Identifies and correct GIS errors
 Establishes and maintains GIS and computer data files  Determines scale, line size and
colour to print hard copies of computerised maps  Interprets and research legal descriptions
on recorded deeds, servitudes and survey maps  Trains end users to interpret source
documents and use automated drafting equipment  Develops and implement a GIS
information system’s policies and procedures  Captures electronically and manages existing
and expansion infrastructure information, spatial data from various formats and sources on the
GIS information system  Sources spatial information from various data custodians  Advises
on the coordination of systems and projects  Updates and maintains Geo-database and all
manual and electronic records  Produces customised maps to meet client’s needs  Acquires
and maintains GIS equipment, software, data, tools and products as well as updates of GIS
software and renewal of licenses  Adheres to pre-established Assessor and GIS mapping
conventions and follows pre-established procedures and sequences  Provides geographical
support to internal and external stakeholders  Performs on site supervision, planning and
implementation of projects  Submits technical reports for the sub unit  Ensure compliance
with all LNW’s policies, procedures and code of ethics.

CLOSING DATE: 27 DECEMBER 2024

An application letter together with a detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications and a
drivers’ license must be addressed to: Human Resource Manager, Lepelle Northern
Water, Private Bag X9522, Polokwane, 0700. Alternatively, applications can be e-mailed
at hr@lepelle.co.za. Failure to attach the above-mentioned required documents will
disqualify your application

IMPORTANT: Appointment will be made in accordance with Lepelle Northern Water’s
Employment Equity Policy and Plan. Preference will be given to females, Indians, Coloureds
and persons with disabilities. Recommended candidate will be subjected to the following
checks: qualifications, criminal, credit and employment history and security vetting. Appointable
candidate will be subjected to competency assessment. Lepelle Northern Water reserves the
right not to make appointment to the post advertised.

We wish you all the best with your applications.