Civil Engineer - Water Resource Management

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 97,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Remote work

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a dedicated Civil Engineer specializing in water resource management to join a consultancy in Queenstown, South Africa. You will assess resources, design infrastructure, and shape policy for sustainable water use.

Requirements include a Civil/Environmental Engineering degree (Master's preferred), 7+ years in water resources, and strong GIS and modeling skills to support drought, flood, and conservation efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Master's degree with specialization in Water Resources is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years in water resource engineering, planning, and project management.
• Proven experience in hydrological modeling, water balance studies, and hydraulic design.
• Proficiency in relevant water resource management software and GIS tools.
• Strong understanding of South African water legislation and environmental policies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess water resources, including availability, quality, and demand, for municipal and agricultural purposes.
• Design and implement water infrastructure projects, such as dams, canals, water treatment plants, and flood defense systems.
• Develop and implement integrated water resource management plans.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments related to water resource development projects.
• Liaise with government agencies, stakeholders, and communities on water management issues.
• Provide technical expertise on water conservation, drought management, and flood mitigation strategies.

Skills

Hydrological modeling

Water balance studies

Hydraulic design

GIS tools

Water resources software

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Master's in Water Resources (preferred)

Tools

GIS software

Water resource management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer with a focus on water resource management to join their consultancy in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is crucial for developing sustainable strategies for water supply, flood control, and catchment management. You will be involved in assessing water resources, designing infrastructure, and contributing to policy development that ensures efficient and equitable water use for the region. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer passionate about environmental sustainability and resource management to work on impactful projects impacting the community and natural environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess water resources, including availability, quality, and demand, for municipal and agricultural purposes.
• Design and implement water infrastructure projects, such as dams, canals, water treatment plants, and flood defense systems.
• Develop and implement integrated water resource management plans.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments related to water resource development projects.
• Liaise with government agencies, stakeholders, and communities on water management issues.
• Provide technical expertise on water conservation, drought management, and flood mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering; a Master's degree with specialization in Water Resources is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water resource engineering, planning, and project management.
• Proven experience in hydrological modeling, water balance studies, and hydraulic design.
• Proficiency in relevant water resource management software and GIS tools.
• Strong understanding of South African water legislation and environmental policies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary, commensurate with your expertise in water resource management.
• Performance-based bonuses and opportunities for professional growth.
• Remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• The opportunity to work on critical projects that ensure water security and environmental sustainability.
• A collaborative team environment with a focus on innovative resource management solutions.