Find out everything you need to know about becoming a Water Service Works Operator.

Job Title - Water Service Works Operator

Description

A Water Service Works Operator manages the purification process of removing harmful household and industrial substances from water.

Typical Job Activities

Waste water is transported by drainpipes from houses and industries to water purification works. There the water service works operator:

Manipulates pumps, valves and other equipment to extract impurities from the water
Interprets readings on the meters to ensure a smooth running process
Controls the addition of chemicals to purify the water
Takes samples of the water to be analysed in the laboratory
Repairs pumps and valves if necessary
Supervises workers responsible for maintaining the plant and cleaning the tanks and canals
Performs basic administrative tasks

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Educational Requirements

1-3 Years FET or practical training
Entry to Tertiary or Further Studies: Grade 10 Certificate

Entry to Work Place: IN-SERVICE TRAINING - In-service training under the supervision of a water service works technician is offered by water purification plants.

COLLEGE - Certain technical (FET) colleges offer courses for the water service works operator who works full-time for water purification works.

Compulsory subjects: None
Recommended subjects: Mathematics and Physical Science

What natural skills and/or aptitudes do I need for this occupation?

Be interested in mechanical science
Be meticulous in observing and recording
Have some supervisory skills
Be physically fit

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Employment Opportunities

Low

Market Competitiveness

Low

Income Potential

Low

Self-Employment Options

Low

International Employment Market

Low

Possible Employers

Government - national, provincial, local councils and related organisations like universities
Big private companies

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Relevant Contact Details

South African Qualifications Authority - National Certificate: Water and Wastewater Treatment Process Operations
http://regqs.saqa.org.za/

Career Progress and Path

Experience in specific field
Work performance

Possible Career Paths

Specialist career in the specific field

Employment Stability

Very stable

Reasons to consider this career

A job in government
A stable job
To work with technology
To not have to study theories