About the Role
The Department of Water and Sanitation is seeking a skilled and dedicated Deputy Director: Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement to join their team in Durban. This pivotal role plays a significant part in the protection and management of South Africa’s water resources, ensuring compliance with the National Water Act. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of enforcing water quality standards and regulations, contributing to the health and sustainability of the environment for all South Africans.
In this important position, you will be responsible for implementing compliance monitoring strategies and conducting inspections and audits across various sectors. Your efforts will directly influence the community by ensuring that water resources are managed responsibly and sustainably, which is crucial for public health and ecological balance. Your work will not only uphold the law but will also foster a culture of compliance and awareness within the community.
About the Department
The Department of Water and Sanitation is dedicated to managing South Africa’s water resources effectively and sustainably. Its mission is to ensure that all citizens have access to clean water while maintaining the integrity of the ecosystem. Working in this department means you are part of a vital mission that directly impacts the lives of millions, promoting environmental stewardship and enhancing the quality of life for all South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Implement and enforce compliance monitoring and enforcement policies related to the National Water Act.
- Develop and execute plans for inspections and audits, ensuring adherence to legislation and regulations.
- Conduct compliance inspections and audits for various sector-related activities.
- Analyze inspection reports and provide actionable advice for further compliance actions.
- Facilitate and manage investigations of non-compliance with water use license conditions.
- Prepare reports on investigations and compliance issues, providing necessary evidence for further action.
- Collaborate with other enforcement agencies and government institutions to enhance compliance efforts.
- Engage in the development of policies and regulations that promote sustainable water resource management.
- Manage human resources and assets effectively to ensure operational efficiency.
What You’ll Need
- A minimum of a 4-year degree in Natural Science, Environmental Law, Environmental Science, or a relevant NQF level 7 qualification.
- At least 8 years of experience in Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement, with 5 years in a middle management role, preferably in Water Resource Management.
- In-depth knowledge of the National Water Act and related legislation.
- Strong project management and strategic development skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and general management skills.
- Willingness to work irregular hours as needed.
- A valid driver’s license.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
A minimum of 4-year degree qualification in the field of Natural Science, Environmental Law, or Environmental Science or relevant NQF level 7 qualification.A minimum of (8) eight years’ experience in Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement, of which (5) five years should be at middle management level in Water Resource Management or related field.
Knowledge of the National Water Act, 1998, the Water Services Act, 1997, related policies, strategies and guidelines and other relevant Acts.
Technical knowledge and competence in project and programme management, policy and strategy development, communication/interpersonal skills, Presentation Skills, Negotiation Skills, Development Skills and General Management.
Willingness to work irregular hours.
Knowledge of human Resources policies and Public Finance Management Act.
A valid driver’s license.
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Job Duties
Implement and enforce the National Water Act.Ensure Implementation of compliance monitoring and enforcement policy, strategy, the standard operating procedure.
Develop plans for inspections and audits.
Ensure that compliance inspections / audits are conducted for various sector-related activities against legislation, policies, regulations and licenses.
Analyse and verify inspection reports.
Provide advice on further actions needed to be taken.
Provide information/support to the education and awareness component to promote compliance.
Ensure that all dam safety inspections are conducted, and compliance with national norms and standards.
Facilitate and manage investigations of non-compliance with water use license conditions and other unlawful water uses and prepare reports.
Implement enforcement action in the form of formal or informal warnings, administrative enforcement such as statutory notices, compliance notices and directives, criminal and court applications to enforce notices.
Provide advice and input on criminal, administrative and civil litigation.
Initiate prosecution against non-compliance through administrative enforcement.
Prepare necessary information, reports and evidence for court applications.
Assist in the development of policies and regulations.
Ensure liaison, cooperation and coordination with other enforcement agencies and government institutions involved in compliance and enforcement.
Ensure management of assets and human resources.
