Experiential Training Program (15 Months)

Reference Number: RAN251023-1
📅 Closing Date: 30 October 2025
🏢 Portfolio: Bulk Water Services – Operations
📄 Job Type: Contract (15 Months)
📍 Location: Vereeniging, Gauteng, South Africa
📌 Site: Scientific Services


Job Summary

An opportunity exists for graduates requiring experiential training in the fields of:

  • Chemistry (x3)

  • Microbiology (x3)

  • Hydrobiology (x1)

  • Quality (x1)

The Experiential Training Programme is a structured 15-month initiative designed to provide practical workplace experience to students who have completed the theoretical component of their National Diploma in relevant science disciplines.


Minimum Requirements

  • Matric certificate and successful completion of two years of theoretical training towards a National Diploma in:

    • Biotechnology

    • Microbiology

    • Environmental Sciences

    • Analytical Chemistry

  • Must be a South African Citizen with a valid SA ID.

  • Must be under the age of 35, in line with NSDS requirements.

  • Must not have participated in any previous experiential learning programmes.

  • Must require this training to fulfil National Diploma requirements.

  • Application must include the following documents (incomplete applications will not be considered):

    • Application letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV)

    • Recommendation letter from your tertiary institution confirming workplace training requirement

    • Certified copy of ID Document

    • Certified academic transcript/training record


Primary Duties

  • Apply basic principles of ISO 17025.

  • Collect samples for water quality monitoring.

  • Prepare media, reagents, and samples for analysis.

  • Perform analytical testing on collected samples.

  • Record, verify, and document results on designated databases.

  • Conduct and document quality control checks on analytical tests.

  • Maintain equipment, instruments, biological cultures, and test kits.

  • Ensure adherence to SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) practices and good housekeeping standards.


Knowledge

  • Solid theoretical background in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Environmental Science, or Analytical Chemistry.


Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Computer literacy (Word and Excel proficiency).

  • Organisational, planning, and prioritisation abilities.


Attitude

  • Self-motivated, quality-focused, and able to handle pressure.

  • Team-oriented but capable of working independently.

  • Detail-oriented and conscientious.

  • Willingness to work after hours, weekends, and public holidays when required.


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