Water Resource Manager: Agricultural Catchment (Kimberley)

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 76,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Travel allowances

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Water Resource Manager overseeing water allocation, conservation, and management within a key agricultural catchment in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role requires collaboration with farmers, water user associations, and environmental agencies to ensure equitable distribution and protection of water resources.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Hydrology or related field with 7+ years of experience, and will apply hydrological modeling and GIS tools

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Hydrology, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water resource management, with a focus on agricultural water use.
• Strong knowledge of hydrology, hydrogeology, and water quality assessment.
• Familiarity with water laws, policies, and regulations in South Africa.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and facilitation of collaborative processes.
• Proficiency in hydrological modeling software and GIS is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, report writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated water resource management plans for the agricultural catchment area.
• Monitor water availability, quality, and usage across different agricultural sectors.
• Collaborate with water user associations and stakeholders to manage water allocation and resolve conflicts.
• Promote and advise on water conservation techniques and efficient irrigation technologies.
• Develop and update drought management and contingency plans.
• Ensure compliance with national and provincial water legislation and regulations.
• Analyze hydrological data and prepare reports on water resource status.
• Conduct public awareness campaigns on water conservation and sustainable water use.
• Assess the environmental impact of water use on aquatic ecosystems.
• Liaise with government departments and regulatory bodies on water resource matters.

Skills

Hydrology

Stakeholder engagement

GIS

Analytical skills

Report writing

Education

Master's degree in Hydrology / Water Resource Management / Environmental Science

Tools

GIS

Hydrological modeling software

Job description

Placements24 invites applications for a Water Resource Manager overseeing water allocation, conservation, and management within a key agricultural catchment in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role requires collaboration with farmers, water user associations, and environmental agencies to ensure equitable distribution and protection of water resources.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Hydrology or related field with 7+ years of experience, and will apply hydrological modeling and GIS tools