Job Opportunity at SUWASA - Water Laboratory Technician

Job Opportunity at SUWASA - Water Laboratory Technician
Water Laboratory Technician  

Sumbawanga Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Authority (SUWASA) is an autonomous Water Supply organization mandated to provide Water and Sanitation Services within the urban area of Sumbawanga. It was established in January 1998 under Act No. 8 of 1997, repealed by Act No. 5 of 2019. SUWASA is advertising four vacant posts, WATER PRODUCTION ENGINEER II, WATER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II, ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN II and METER READER II for which suitably qualified and competent Tanzanian citizens are invited to apply.

WATER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN GRADE II – SUWASA (1 POST)

Direct Entry Qualifications

Holder of a Diploma/FTC in Water Laboratory Technology or its equivalent from a recognized and a reputable Institution and must be a computer literate.

Duties and Responsibilities.

  • Assist in carrying out water sample tests every day in order to establish the types and quantities of water treatment;
  • Assist in carrying out analysis of raw water and treated water;
  • Assist in collecting water samples at different parts of the water treatment plant for analysis and recording;
  • Assist in carrying out water and waste water treatment processes;
  • Assist in carrying out physical, chemical and bacteriological analysis of water and waste water;
  • Monitor to ensure that equipment in the laboratory are in working order by requesting regular servicing and regular calibration:
  • Record and maintain proper records for laboratory investigations;
  • Prepare list of chemicals and reagents required for laboratory investigations;
  • Draft periodical performance reports on laboratory activities;
  • Monitor water quality and quantity from reservoir and other water sources, water treatment plants and water distribution systems and ensures compliance with the prescribed Tanzania standards for drinking water and advice; and
  • Perform any other duties related to the above assigned by superiors.


Age: Not above 35

HOW TO APPLY

The qualified applicants should submit their hand written letters of application to the undersigned stating how they meet the advertised criteria, attaching certified copies of relevant academic certificates. Up-to-date detailed CV showing three reputable referees not later than 18th February 2020. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

Women and Disabled are highly encouraged to apply.

APPY TO

THE MANAGING DIRECTOR

SUMBAWANGA URBAN WATER SUPPLY AND SANITATION AUTHORITY

P.O.BOX 192,

SUMBAWANGA-RUKWA