SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF DRINKING WATER – Namibia Drydock and Ship Repair (Pty) Ltd 46 views

A Grade 12 certificate with subjects like Mathematics and Physical Science is commonly required, along with a valid Namibian driver’s licence (Code EC for heavy vehicles) and a clean driving record. Relevant short courses — such as those offered by NAMCOL or the Namibian Maritime and Fisheries Institute on logistics, hazardous materials handling, or occupational health and safety — are highly valued.

Daily tasks include inspecting water tankers for hygiene and mechanical compliance, coordinating deliveries with site supervisors (often via phone or radio), and completing logbooks and delivery notes per Namibian Water Corporation (NWC) guidelines. You’ll also conduct basic water quality checks using portable test kits and report discrepancies to supervisors immediately, especially in remote or coastal locations where infrastructure may be limited.

Punctuality is strongly expected, especially for time-sensitive industrial clients like drydocks, though flexibility for road conditions or fuel shortages is understood. Communication tends to be respectful and hierarchical — direct reporting to supervisors is standard, and formal greetings and use of titles (e.g., 'Mr./Ms. + Surname') are customary in professional settings across regions including Walvis Bay and Swakopmund.

With 3–5 years’ experience and additional certifications (e.g., NQF Level 4 in Logistics or a Certificate in Fleet Management), individuals often progress to roles like Logistics Coordinator or Fleet Supervisor, especially with employers linked to ports or mining. Some transition into water quality assurance or procurement support roles through further study at institutions like the University of Namibia or through Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA)-accredited programmes.

Permanent employees usually receive 20–25 days of annual leave, sick leave as per the Labour Act (No. 11 of 2007), and access to employer-subscribed medical aid schemes like NAMAF or Medshield Namibia. Pension contributions are often made through the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) for public-linked roles or private retirement funds compliant with the Pension Funds Act, depending on the employer’s structure.