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Manager: Vaalputs (Hay level 17/D2) (Pretoria)

Reference Number

GENERMAN21B

Description

Job profile:

To manage waste disposal activities of the national radioactive waste disposal site (Vaalputs) in accordance with the Nuclear Installation License (NIL28), SHEQ-requirements, international norms, standards and best practice and all other applicable regulatory and legislative requirements.

Key Performance Areas

• Open and transparent communication to senior management regarding the day-to-day activities.
• Manage conflict situations (staff, stakeholders, etc.)
• Ensure equitable housing for all staff members.
• Implement performance appraisal at all post levels.
• Compliance with HR policies and procedures.
• Meeting transformation targets.
• Plan, schedule and monitor activities by means of planning and progress reporting.
• Plan and schedule waste deliveries from waste suppliers and confirm compliance with the Vaalputs waste acceptance criteria.
• Manage the general maintenance of farm, roads and fences.
• Management of Vaalputs vehicle fleet and fuel reserves.
• Nature conservation and vermin control.
• Implement risk management plan and risk reduction strategies.
• Maintain ISO 9001:2008 certification.
• Maintain ISO 14001:2004 certification.
• Develop and maintain an integrated SHEQ-management system (IMS)
• Manage compliance with NIL28 nuclear installation license.
• Manage compliance with corporate SHEQ-system.
• Establish and maintain a safety culture for Vaalputs.
• Ensure compliance with BBS requirements.
• Maintain a system for reporting safety statistics.
• Manage reporting, investigation and close-out of nuclear occurrences, safety related incidents/accidents and quality related non-conformities.
• Ensure compliance with the Necsa financial policies, procedures and systems.
• Compile annual budget in accordance with Necsa budget guidelines.
• Schedule and control budget expenditure.
• Approve day-to-day expenditure according to delegated authority.
• Manage tender projects within financial constraints.
• Control petty cash.
• Execute disposal operations within contract financial agreements.
• Represent Vaalputs on the Public Safety Information Forum.
• Interface with waste suppliers (Eskom (Koeberg), Necsa and other)
• Liaison with other stakeholders (local municipalities, NGO’s, schools, local farmer’s associations, anti-nuclear groups, etc.)
• Interface with the NNR during quarterly NNR inspections.
• Address community issues regarding the perceived negative impact of the Vaalputs operations on the environment.
• Compliance with Necsa’s corporate social investment initiatives.
• Determine customer requirements through applicable surveys and respond accordingly.
• Manage the Vaalputs security systems and processes.
• Ensure staff are trained and developed in accordance with personal development plans.
• Participate in formal audits and pre-shipment inspections of waste suppliers.
• Participate in work group activities with waste suppliers.
• Compile various reports on Vaalputs operations and maintenance activities.
• Review and approve reports on various topics.
• Review and approve procedures and work instructions on various topics.
• Chair various meetings (planning, safety, quality, etc.)
• Coordinate and integrate all planning activities.
• Compile and manage waste disposal schedules.
• Approve waste shipments to Vaalputs.
• Inspect and monitor activities of subordinates as applicable.
• Approve internal audits.
• Manage the document review system for Vaalputs.
• Conduct management walk-throughs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Sound technical knowledge of radioactive waste disposal principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Nuclear Installation License and SHEQ-system requirements.
• Ability to plan work activities in a multi-disciplined work environment.
• Ability to promote and maintain good interpersonal relationships with superiors, subordinates and clients.
• Ability to interface with public entities and authorities on radioactive waste disposal activities.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to manage people, resources and systems within a multi-disciplinary environment to ensure public confidence that radioactive waste disposal activities are safe and will not impose undue burdens on future generations.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

Qualifications

• B-Tech or B Eng (Mechanical/Chemical) or BSc.

Experience

• 5 years’ experience in operating a facility under a Nuclear Installation Licence.
• 3 years’ management experience in operational environment.

Closing date: 28 January 2026.

CONTACT PERSON

Ms Brenda Berries 

Tel:                  012 305 3099

Please apply online https://necsa.mcidirecthire.com/external/currentopportunities or visit www.necsa.co.zavacancies  before the closing date.

Important: Necsa Group is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting. Therefore, priority will be given to African Females, African Males, and people with disabilities, in support of achieving our Employment Equity targets.

GENERAL:

Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.     

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Chief Researcher: Nuclear Chemistry (Interna/External – Hay Level 18) (North West)

Reference Number

CHIEFSCIEN05v2

Description

Job Purpose

To lead and provide support to the Necsa research environment, to execute and manage larger scale and complex projects with multiple specialists, support personnel and team members. The main focus will be in the field of chemistry related to Uranium and other related elements. Most of the current work will focus on the development of processes to management nuclear waste by minimizing the volume or recovering the nuclear material.

Key Performance Areas:

 Knowledge Dissemination

• Capture research work done in written format; as initiator and primary author, and co-author via regular progress reports, annual progress reports, international conference papers and contributions, journal publications, substantial research and contract client reports, etc.
• Consistently report research results orally at international conferences/meetings.
• Lead in various national and international bodies as part of contributing to the scientific peer-review process.
• This could include duties on editorial panels and workshop OR conference organization on national or international level. Maintain consistent record.
• Initiate publications, through supervision or project leader, in the field of expertise.
• Represent Necsa at conferences, seminars and workshops; both domestically and internationally.
• Collaborate with other experts on projects, workshops or international nuclear bodies both locally and internationally.
• Show formal level of national recognition in field of expertise e.g. NRF rating, Honorary Researchers, Member in Science Committees, Invited Speakers, etc.
• Perform work at the level of achieving international recognition in field of expertise via collaborative projects, involvement in workshops and/or international nuclear bodies.

 Human Capital Development Local and International

• Mentor staff members in areas of specialization.
• Participate as study leader or co-supervisor of postgraduate students in programs such as university collaborations and NRF PDP.
• Lead research teams.
• Maintain a track record of supervision and graduation of MSc and PhD level students and mentor colleagues to higher levels of career progression.
• Supervise and Graduate post-graduate students at Masters and/or Doctoral levels.
• Establish strategic partnerships and collaborate with academia to further the image of Necsa and enhance the technology development pipeline.

Contribution to Necsa Business Processes

• Initiate and execute research tasks with no supervision.
• Initiate and lead large scale research programs/projects.
• Project scope at this level should include large research programs spanning at least 2 – 3 years.
• Create know-how that is of commercial and or strategic value to Necsa and which can be further exploited by the relevant Necsa structures.
• Establish strategic partnerships with industry and scientific bodies that add clear value to Necsa business and the National System of Innovation (NSI).
• Contribute to research funding applicable to Necsa projects.
• Projects at this level should span at least 3 years and include a notable human and scientific infrastructure management.

SHEQ and Other Audits

• Maintain compliance to Business Process Management System.
• Engage in processes aimed at improving safety, quality and security, e.g. Building Head, Behaviour Based Safety (BBS) Management Sponsor, Research & Innovation (R&I) Representative on Skills Development Committee (SDC), etc.
• Ensure that safety and quality processes are adhered to in directed projects.
• Manage processes aimed at improving safety, quality and security, e.g. Discipline Manager and its Associated Responsibilities, Licencing an Operational Compliance for NNR and SAHPRA.
• Take the lead in the resolving of audit findings and improvement actions.
• Contribute to the development of appropriate requirements and standards at national and international level with respect to area of expertise.
• Advice Departmental and Necsa Management on strategic matters related to licensing and SHEQ requirements in area of expertise.

Financial Management

• Develop project budget as project leader and stay within project budget or portion of assigned budget.
• Take initiative to increase income and reduce expenditure.
• Contribute notably to the meeting of section/group income and revenue targets by targeting potential funds from industrial partnerships, contract research and/or research funding mechanisms like the NRF, TIA seed fund or the IAEA.
• Contribute notably to the meeting of Necsa/Departmental Strategic and Revenue Targets.

Key Knowledge & Skills

• Necsa Group Expert in Nuclear Chemistry.
• Analytical thinking and good problem-solving capabilities.
• Innovative and creative mind-set that aims to further develop, optimise and increase the impact of research performed.
• Technical/Professional Competence.
• Expert in interpreting analytical data and characterization results
• Proven applicable soft skills examples: Situation leadership, investment in excellence & mentoring
• Proven record to compile client reports
• Proficiency to compile project funding and proposal
• Proficiency in suitable modelling techniques ( such as speciation, modelling of processes for optimization, etc.,)
• The role requires clear national and some level of international standing as a specialist in the area of expertise (such as Separation Techniques, Ion exchange, Solvent Extraction, Precipitation, Evaporation).

Competencies (Job Specific and Behavioural)

• Scientific report writing and communication.
• Project budget drafting, forecasting and management.
• Able to work in a research team as leader.
• Anticipating and Managing Change.
• Interpersonal communication skills.
• Holistic/big picture thinking.
• Judgement and decision-making

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• MSc/MTech in Science
• 8 – 10 years’ research experience in the specialized scientific field,

       which includes:

• 2 –3 years’ in scientific project management
• 5 years experience specialized research in the specialized scientific field
• 2 –3 years’ in scientific project coordination

CLOSING DATE: 23 January 2026

CONTACT DETAILS

064 036 5248

 Necsa Group is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting. Therefore, priority will be given to African Females, African Males, and people with disabilities, in support of achieving our Employment Equity targets.

GENERAL: 

Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

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Senior Researcher: Fluorine Chemistry (Internal/External – Hay level 16/D1) (North West)

Reference Number

SNRRESEARCHER02

Description

Job Purpose

The primary purpose of this job is to independently perform work on research projects in the area of expertise. The role requires a balance between self-development and the development of others, and visible contributions to relevant Necsa business processes and SHEQ requirements are required. The role requires increasing leadership in knowledge dissemination activities and leading development projects in the area of expertise. The job is focused on chemistry related to fluorine materials and compounds, and most importantly, in areas of vibrational spectroscopy and molecular modelling.

Key Performance Areas:

Knowledge Dissemination

• Capture research work done in written format; at least as co-author in regular progress reports, annual progress reports, technical reports, local and international conference contributions and journal publications.
• Publish in the relevant field.
• Report research results orally at Necsa wide colloquia and national conferences/ meetings/workshops.
• Provide input on editorial panels and workshops OR conference organizations or topical workshops.
• Perform research and generate outputs in accordance with the role of expert in the relevant technical field within the organization.
• Contribute to publications as primary author of peer-reviewed published works.

Human Capital Development Local and International

• Provide training to colleagues and students in identified subjects/skills. Provide academic supervision to post-graduate students.
• Contribute as a member or lead a research team with specific responsibilities.
• Contribute to capacity building, outreach events, and other community services. e.g. science week, science expo, etc.
• Supervise or co-supervise graduate intern projects, postgraduate level students, and train colleagues in area of expertise.

 Contribution to NECSA business processes

• Execute research tasks with no supervision.
• Create know-how or process development that is of commercial and/or strategic value to Necsa, e.g. Innovation Disclosures.
• Write peer reviewed publications as output.
• Contribute to preparation of client reports e.g. calculation or experiment.
• Coordinate defined activities as researcher in projects visible at section/group level. Contribute to project design and planning.
• Support the establishment of strategic partnerships with industry and scientific bodies that meet Necsa’s strategic and academic goals.
• Coordinate technical research projects spanning at least 1 – 2 years.
• Develop proposals for new projects.

 SHEQ and Other Audits

• Participate and contribute to Business Process Management (e.g. document management and timesheet) Systems.
• Perform activities aimed at improving safety, quality and security, e.g. Building Head, BBS Management Sponsor, R&I Representative on SDC, etc.
• Take the lead in processes aimed at improving safety, quality and security, e.g. Building Head, BBS Management Sponsor, R&I Representative on SDC, etc.
• Assist in the resolving of audit findings and improvement actions.

Financial Management

• Support achievement of budget goals and/or develop project budgets as project leader.
• Increase income (e.g. Research Grants like NRF Thuthuka) and reduce wasteful expenditure of research projects.
• Control cost of managed projects. Contribute to increasing research project funding availability by leveraging against potential funding streams like the NRF (NEP), TIA Seed Fund, IAEA (TC), Contract Research, etc.

Job Requirements

Key Knowledge & Skills 

• Clear demonstration of applications of scientific and engineering principles, techniques and a sound research methodology.
• Innovative and creative mindset that aims to further develop, optimize and increase the impact of research performed.
• Analytical thinking and good problem-solving capabilities.
• Attention to detail while performing tasks.
• Strive for excellence in all aspects of job performance.
• Situational leadership and good interpersonal communication skills with the ability to motivate subordinates.
• Knowledge of and experience in data acquisition and interpretation using vibrational spectroscopy
• Molecular modelling from both a theoretical and practical computational point of view. Expertise in using modelling software and codes such as VASP (or similar) at an expert level.
• Expert knowledge of structural chemistry and solid state materials chemistry and the application of spectroscopy and molecular modelling to these fields.
• Working knowledge of other bulk and surface material characterisation techniques, such as XRD, XPS, etc.

Competencies (Job Specific and Behavioural)

• Scientific report writing and communication.
• Project budget drafting, forecasting and management. Clinical and efficient judgement and decision making.
• Thinking and planning towards strategic objectives.
• Able to work with or lead a research team.
• Conduct and promote a strong safety culture.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

Minimum education:

• M.Sc/MEng. in Science or Engineering
• PhD in Science or Engineering will be an added advantage

Minimum Experience

• 3-5 years’ researcher experience in a specialized scientific/engineering field.

Closing date: 23 January 2026

CONTACT DETAILS

064 036 5248

Necsa Group is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting. Therefore, priority will be given to African Females, African Males, and people with disabilities, in support of achieving our Employment Equity targets.

GENERAL: 

Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

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Environmental Officer (Hay level 14/C3)( Internal & External ) (North West)

Reference Number

ENVIRONOFF01

Description

Job Profile:

To develop, implement, maintain and manage the ISO14001:2015 Environmental Management system and requirements of Necsa SHEQ-INS system to ensure compliance to environmental legislative requirements, alignment to ISO14001:2015 certification standards and drive improvements within Fluoro-chemical operations.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS APPLICATIONS AND COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

• Establishment, implementation and maintenance of IMS documents (as per ISO 14001:2015)
• Schedule and conduct internal risk assessments audits and job observations / self assessments of on operational tasks to ensure compliance to license and operational requirements
• Monitor environmental compliance on to current policies, procedures, registers, legislation and regulation.
• Continuous monitoring of updates in legislation that might impact procedures, policies, permits and licensing. Communicate to process owners and management
• Provide training and awareness programs for plant personnel on environmental best
• practices.
• Attend Environmental Forum/permit meetings
• Renew and apply environmental licensing / permits before expiration
• Schedule and conduct external audits on e.g. suppliers and/or customers
• Assist in developing and implementing environmental sustainability strategies

• Report risk environmental incidents and generate, loading of environmental incidents / non-conformances on EMP. Ensure that environmental incidents are thoroughly investigated and root causes, corrective, preventative actions measures are actioned.
• Compile and regularly update action plans for inspections and audits, management review meetings, IMS objectives and facility specific action plans.
• Drive employee awareness and engagement through environmental education and training initiatives, fostering a culture of sustainability throughout the organization.

MONITORING AND EVALUATING ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE

• Monitor compliance with environmental regulations and permits, ensuring adherence to standards and reporting requirements.
• Compile and update Risk register and involved in verifying the performance monitoring for the section.
• Evaluate test results received from NLS in relation to our permit and licensing conditions and parameters. Report any deviations to Environmental Management
• Group
• Evaluate environmental survey outcomes and by generating non-conformances and action plans reporting deviations.
• Compile monthly/quarterly and yearly environmental reports.
• Ensure stack monitoring on all stacks in accordance to the requirements of the
• Atmospheric Emission License and record any deviations from the results out outcomes to the EMP.
• Conduct ground water monitoring to ensure compliance and record any deviations from results outcomes to the EMP.
• Involved in verifying the performance monitoring / involved in verifying performance progress reported during execution of projects listed on the annual plan of action for the section.
• Review of integrated management system documents and other QA support documents (e.g. Review of IMS policy, IMS objectives, etc.).

NON-CONFORMANCES / EVENTS

Management of non-conformances and events / incidents by:

• Coordinating investigation meetings and preparing investigation and close-out reports

• Register all non-conformances / events, and follow up and close-out of all open non-conformances / events
• Register all PARs and CARs, and follow up and close out reports

ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

• Coordinate and schedule environmental surveys based on environmental compliance requirement.
• Perform quality activities as prescribed in the facility specific environmental management system (I.e. surveillances, acceptance verifications, etc.); and
• Perform surveillances on the various processes and operations in the section.
• Perform routine sample based surveillance of records.
• Assist facilities to resolve issues if non-compliance to statutory and regulatory requirements has been detected which can endanger the lives of personnel and the environment.
• Conduct regular environmental monitoring to assess impact and identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain a record of environmental monitoring data and ensure compliance with set standards.
• Identify and implement sustainability initiatives to reduce carbon footprint and improve environmental performance.
• Implement sustainable practices such as energy efficiency measures or renewable energy integration.

ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT

• Establishes risk management processes and procedures that aim to prevent business interruptions that will affect the day-to-day operations of the business.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for environmental incidents.
• Conduct regular drills and exercises to test the effectiveness of emergency response plans.
• Develop and implement waste management procedures to minimize environmental impact.
• Reduce hazardous waste generation by implementing controlling measures.
• Implement measures to control air emissions and reduce pollutants.
• Maintain emissions within permissible limits set by regulatory authorities.
• Monitor and manage water usage and discharge.
• Reduce water consumption per unit of production through recycling and conservation measures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge in ISO 14001 : 2015
• Implementation and Management of ISO14001:2015 Environmental
• Management system
• Technical background of processes and systems within the department
• Knowledge of applicable
• Environmental legislation, regulation and standards
• Good report writing and record keeping skills
• Communication skills and conflict management
• Good knowledge of MS Word,
• Excel and Access

COMPETENCIES (Job Specific and Behavioural)

• Teamwork and confidence building
• Professional
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Factual decision making
• Assertive
• Structured and organised
• Pro-active and supportive
• Able to work in a team
• Adaptability / flexibility
• Excellence / quality orientation
• Objectivity
• Efficient time management

Requirements

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• National Diploma in Environmental management/ Environmental Science/Environmental Health or equivalent.
• ISO 9001 Lead Audit/ Implementation and Internal Audit certification will be an added advantage.
• Approximately 3 – 5 years relevant experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment with experience in developing and continuous compliance to ISO14001:2015 Environmental Management systems.
• Minimum 4 years ISO 14001:2015 internal audit experience or exposure.

Closing date: 23 January2026

CONTACT PERSON

Mr. Kemisetso Digama

Cell: 066 156 8987/ 012 305 4151

Important: Necsa Group is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting. Therefore, priority will be given to African Females, African Males, and people with disabilities, in support of achieving our Employment Equity targets.

GENERAL

Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Click here to apply

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