Meteorological Trainer: Regional Training Centre Jobs

Key Performance Areas:

• Deliver theoretical lectures and practical training to students at the Regional Training Centre.
• Develop and improve courses under the National Certificate: Weather Observations of SAWS, and assist with other courses when needed.
• Design, develop, and deliver online, face-to-face, or blended learning courses to commercial clients.
• Create short courses and blended learning options for ongoing training of meteorology personnel.
• Transfer courses to the Moodle distance learning platform for online delivery and keep them updated.
• Manage the administration of courses, including commercial ones, on the SAWS online learning platform.
• Receive and respond to meteorological enquiries.
• Identify risks at the Regional Training Centre and needs for procurement.
• Network with external stakeholders, especially training institutions, and internal stakeholders where relevant.
• Participate in continuous training and training needs analysis for Meteorological Technicians in South Africa, the SADC region, and beyond.
• Handle administrative duties, including training needs analysis, student reports, and monthly training reports to the Qualification Manager: Observations.
• Know all Regional Training Centre regulations, WMO competency requirements for Meteorological Technicians, and South African National Qualifications Framework rules under the relevant Quality Council.
• Stay updated with developments in the meteorological field.
• Conduct scientific research in a field of interest to become a specialist in meteorology.
• Act as research leader for students in the National Certificate: Weather Observations course.
• Participate in Assessor and Moderator training and other training as per personal development plan.
• Help maintain the Total Quality Management platform for the Regional Training Centre, especially for assigned courses and other areas when required.
• Be involved in other research and international programmes based on expertise.
• Represent the Regional Training Centre in areas of specialization at regional and international meteorological bodies when needed.
• Stay informed about developments in SAQA, relevant SETA, and QCTO, and engage actively with these processes.
• As part of a WMO-recognised Regional Training Centre, keep up with the latest developments in Meteorological Technician competencies to provide effective training.

Minimum Requirements:

• An appropriate 4-year tertiary qualification in Atmospheric Sciences or Meteorology, such as a BSc (Hons) in Meteorology or Atmospheric Sciences.
• A minimum of 2 years’ work experience in meteorological observation practices.
• Strong knowledge and skills in weather observations, including Aviation Observer Competencies, and quality control of climate data.
• Fluency in English.
• Knowledge of electronics is an added advantage.

Attributes and Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) at all levels within the business and with stakeholders.
• Excellent computer proficiency.
• Excellent facilitation skills.
• Strong knowledge of meteorology.

Closing Date: 31 January 2026

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official SAWS application process.