Hydrologist/Water Resource Engineer

PrimeWater Infrastructure Corporation; Taguig; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

PrimeWater Infrastructure Corporation seeks a hydrology specialist to conduct watershed and groundwater assessments using GIS/Remote Sensing tools. The role includes field surveys, data collection, and preparing technical reports on water availability and sustainability.

A Bachelor's degree in hydrology, geology, civil engineering, or environmental science is required along with strong data management and reporting skills. Collaboration with government agencies and stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of watershed/catchment analysis and water quality assessment.
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Responsibilities

• Conduct initial evaluations of water sources such as rivers, lakes, reservoirs, springs and groundwater sources.
• Prepare technical reports on water availability, reliability and sustainability.
• Carry out field investigations including streamflow measurements and groundwater level monitoring.
• Gather and verify hydrological, meteorological and environmental data for resource assessment.
• Coordinate with agencies and stakeholders to obtain and validate technical information.

Skills

Watershed analysis

Groundwater hydrology

Meteorology

Climatology

Water quality assessment

GIS

Remote sensing

Field investigations

Data collection

Hydraulic modeling

Excel & Google Earth

Education

Bachelor's degree in hydrology, geology, civil engineering, or environmental science

Tools

ArcGIS

Google Earth

Hydraulic modeling software

MS Excel

Job description

Skills Required:

· Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of watershed and catchment analysis, groundwater hydrology, meteorology, climatology, and water quality assessment.

· Proficient in the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing technologies for water resources and environmental studies.

· Experience in conducting field investigations, surveys, and data collection activities.

· Familiarity with hydraulic modeling software and applications is an advantage.

· Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Google Earth, and other data management and analysis tools. Experienced in database management, data processing, interpretation, and reporting.

Job Description Summary:

· Conduct initial evaluations and assessments of potential water sources, including rivers, lakes, reservoirs, springs, and groundwater sources.

· Perform water availability assessments and prepare technical reports on the quantity, reliability, and sustainability of identified water sources.

· Carry out field investigations and data collection activities, including streamflow measurements, groundwater level monitoring, and site inspections.

· Gather, analyze, and verify hydrological, meteorological, climatological, and environmental data relevant to water resource assessment.

· Evaluate factors affecting water availability and source sustainability, such as rainfall patterns, rainfall intensity, humidity, evaporation, watershed conditions, land use, and climate variability.

· Assist in the preparation of watershed, catchment, and groundwater resource assessments.

· Process, manage, and analyze field and secondary data using appropriate software and database management tools.

· Utilize GIS, Remote Sensing, Google Earth, and other geospatial tools for water resource mapping and analysis.

· Coordinate with government agencies, local stakeholders, and other relevant entities to obtain and validate technical information.

• A Bachelor's degree in hydrology, geology, civil engineering, or environmental science is the minimum requirement.