Marine Research Assistant

What you will need

• Applicant will be expected to undergo and pass a medical for seafarers in line with section 101 of the SAMSA Act 57 of 1951.
• Knowledge of the Marine Living Resource Act and other relevant acts.
• Knowledge of data capturing procedures and record management principles.
• Planning and execution skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Good communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions and spend extensive periods away from home while on sea/field trips.
• A valid driving licence.

Experience

National Diploma (NQF level 6), in Natural Science or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA and one (1) year experience in biological sampling, data collection and capturing in relevant field.

Skills and competencies

• Planning and execution skills.
• Good communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

Key responsibilities

• To deliver a support service to the Technical and Research staff in the collection of data for research programmes directed at the sustainable utilisation of Inshore Resources.
• Participate in the collection and processing of fisheries and observer data and the population of data systems towards South Africa’s reporting to International Fisheries Management Organisations.
• Participate in fisheries and environmental monitoring activities, including sampling of catches at harbours and factories for size and species composition.
• Assist with biological sampling of fish and sharks and research related processes.
• Participate in ship and field based fisheries and marine ecological research.
• Assist with preparation, operation and maintenance of research equipment.
• Assist in the procurement of equipment and consumable items.
• General administrative activities and office routines

Additional details

• Grade: Provincial

How to apply

• Enquiries: Ms Wendy West at 076 128 2245
• Telephone: 076 128 2245