South African Weather Service (SAWS) Vacancies

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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of Water and Environmental Affairs and is governed by a Board of Directors. The company became a public entity on 15 July 2001 in terms of the South African Weather Service Act (No. 8 of 2001). 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 of South Africa. SAWS is also the official provider of weather and climate information for the South African public and for commerce.

SAWS -Fulltime Bursaries

THE SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE is offering the following Bursaries,
Internships and Learnership for the following for 2026:-

A) Forecasting Internships (Postgraduate Certificate in Weather Forecasting )
B) BSc Honours in Meteorology
C) National Certificate: Weather Observations Learnerships

ALL applications must be submitted on the prescribed SA Weather Service Full-Time Bursary
Application Form valid for 2026, obtainable from the SA Weather Service website:
www.weathersa.co.za. Enquiries should be directed to: Training1@weathersa.co.za.

Forward the application to: training1@weathersa.co.za. For attention : Learning and Development
NB. Applicants must please quote the Specific Reference, Your Name and Surname on the subject
line of an email when they apply.

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within a month
after the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. The South African
Weather Service reserve the right to not allocate bursaries.

Closing date: 07 November 2025

DETAILS
A) FORECASTING INTERNSHIP
(REF.FOI:01/11/2026),
is offering Full-Time Bursary: Forecasting Internship
(Postgraduate Certificate in Weather Forecasting)

The South African Weather Service invites graduates who are in possession of an honours degree in
Meteorology or Atmospheric sciences with at least mathematics on second year university level and physical sciences on first year university level to apply for a one-year training internship in forecasting at the head office of the South African Weather Service in Pretoria. The qualification must also include the required dynamical Meteorology courses as prescribed by the World Meteorological Organization (must be WMO BIP-M compliant or near compliant (WMO-1083 version 2023). This course will start in February 2026.

The following must accompany the application:

• A certified copy of Matric results
• A certified copy of the full academic record must be provided to verify the
  subjects studied at the university where applicable.
• A certified copy of SA identity document
• A CV
• Motivation Letter
• A certified copy of the different degrees
• Full-Time Bursary Application Form

The following will serve as recommendations:

• Good interpersonal relations
• A basic level of computer literacy

The Bursary covers:

• Full Tuition Fee
• Monthly Stipend for the duration of study

B) BSC: HONS METEOROLOGY
(REF.HONS: 01/10/2026)
is offering Bursary for study
THE SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE
is offering bursaries for study towards the following:
Bachelor of Science on Hons Level in Meteorology

Applicants that have a letter of confirmation from the university to study BSC hons in
meteorology may apply. Applicants that are already registered with the university must provide
proof of registration.

The following must accompany the application:

• A certified copy of Matric results
• A certified copy of the academic record to prove the subject choice at the university.
• A certified copy of the BSc degree if available.
• A certified copy of SA identity document
• A testimonial
• Motivation Letter

The following will serve as recommendations:

• Good interpersonal relations
• A basic level of computer literacy

The Bursary covers:

• Full Tuition Fee
• Monthly Stipend for the duration of study

C) NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: WEATHER OBSERVATIONS
(REF.NCW: 01/11/2026)
is offering Full-Time Bursary National Certificate: Weather Observation

Candidates with a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate with 50% (D symbol) or higher for Mathematics (not
mathematics literacy), 50% or higher for Physical Science and 50% or higher in English are invited to apply for learnership to undergo twelve (12) months observation training at the SA Weather Service Regional Training Centre in Pretoria.

Candidates will receive training in all aspects of weather observation as per the National Certificate in Weather Observation (SAQA QUAL ID no 58995) or the QCTO qualification, Occupational Qualification: Meteorological Technician.

After completion of training, successful candidates may be appointed at regional SAWS offices where shift work will necessitate having a valid driver’s license. It will thus be expected of the learnership holders to obtain a driver’s license within the training year, at own cost. Good interpersonal relations and computer literacy will serve as additional recommendations.

The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. It is the intention of the Weather Service to promote representivity through the filling of these positions. This is an open advertisement, but candidature of individuals from the previously disadvantaged communities and females will receive preference.

The following must accompany the application:

• A certified copy of Matric results
• A certified copy of SA identity document,
• A certified copy of driving license, if available
• A CV
• Motivation Letter
• A certified copy of the different degrees if available
• Full-Time Bursary Application Form

The Bursary covers:
Monthly Stipend for the duration of study

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Senior Scientist Air Quality Services

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of
Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) and is governed by a Board. The organisation is an
authoritative voice for weather and climate related services in South Africa and is a member
of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) to fulfil a range of international obligations
of the government. SAWS strives to be a Weather and Climate Centre of Excellence providing
innovative solutions to ensure a weather-smart region, sustainable development and
economic growth.

Senior Scientist Air Quality Services
Paterson Grade: D1
TCTC Salary range: R554 233.00 – R798 195.00
(Ref. WS01/112025)
Centre: Irene

Summary:
This position is responsible for matters pertaining to the availability and quality control of near
real time and historical air quality data managed by the South African Weather Service. The
Scientist will assist in the provision of quality data to internal, local and international clients.
The Scientist is to maintain operational air quality and atmospheric emissions databanks and
quality control of air quality and atmospheric emissions data. The scientist is expected to be
involved in and contribute to various projects including air quality related research and the
development, installation, maintenance and upgrading of existing systems utilized by SAWS.
The Scientist is expected to contribute to the development and/or compilation of new
products and the establishment of new methodologies and processes that will improve service
delivery to clients.

Key Performance Areas:
The Scientist: Air Quality Information is expected to deliver on the following key goals and
strategic objectives of the South African Air Quality Information System (SAAQIS) as per the
SAWS Strategic and Business Plan:

• Quality control and quality assurance of air quality data;
• Active involvement in the commissioning and installation of new technical applications
  and solutions;
• Report on the availability and quality of data from the monitoring network;
• Interaction with technical staff in the Regions and head office in technical as well as
  scientific and ICT fields, with respect to operational and other associated assistance;
• Adhere to/implement national and internationally prescribed standards in respect of
  the air quality infrastructure maintenance and the derived data;
• Keep abreast of the latest air quality monitoring systems and infrastructures and
  related developments, technologies and techniques;
• Provision of near real-time, quality controlled and assured ambient air quality data and
  information gathered by ambient air quality monitoring stations reporting to the
  SAAQIS through the SAAQIS web site to government, business and industry, academia,
  research institutes and the general public;
• Publication of research, air quality newsletters, official publications, legislation,
  Gazettes and other documents related to air quality and air quality management in
  South Africa on the SAAQIS web site;
• Development and presentation of Air Quality Monitoring Reports;
• Delivery of commercial and/or public good services through various projects including
  client liaison, research, development, installation, upgrading or maintenance of the
  scientific systems relevant to specific AQ research field;
• Participation in programs, projects or activities related to commercial and/or public
  good services;
• Development of new products and establishment of new processes that will improve
  the service delivery to clients;
• Participation in Quality Management System Auditing and Continuous Improvement
  programmes and activities;
• Conducting administrative functions related to the post.

Requirements:

• A Masters Degree in Air Quality Sciences OR an equivalent or higher qualification in
  Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Physics;
• Minimum of 4 years scientific experience in data, research and information activities;
• Good knowledge in computer and information systems, and database management
  systems;
• Knowledge of air quality and other environmental legislation,
• Code 8 driver’s license for a gear shift vehicle (manual);
• Administrative and organizational skills for varied tasks;
• Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints;
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
• Knowledge and skills in formulating and writing of reports and scientific papers, with
  specific reference to air quality related topics;
• Ability to read, analyse and interpret air quality data and information;
• Skills and experience (at least 1 year) in project management.

Please Note:
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Ms. Portia Takalani, at Tel. (012)
367 6091.

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We wish you all the best with your applications