Senior Water Resources Engineer - Catchment Management

Placements24; Willows (CA); In loco; USD 54.000 - 97.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical aid

Provident Fund

Annual leave

Professional development support

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join our client, an environmental and water management consultancy, in Welkom, Free State. You will lead complex water resources projects, provide expert technical guidance, and contribute to strategic planning initiatives within the region.

Responsibilities include hydrological and hydraulic modeling, catchment analysis, water quality assessment, and designing water supply and sanitation infrastructure.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with Water Resources specialization.
• Master's degree in Water Resources Engineering preferred.
• Professional registration with ECSA as Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng.

Mansioni

• Lead planning, design, and implementation of water resources projects.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic modeling for river systems and urban drainage.
• Develop strategies for sustainable water resource use and conservation.
• Assess water quality issues and propose improvement solutions.
• Undertake feasibility studies and detailed designs for water infra projects.
• Manage project teams, budgets, and timelines.
• Provide technical guidance to clients and junior staff.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and water policies.
• Contribute to research and development in water resources engineering.

Conoscenze

Hydrological modeling

Hydraulic modeling

GIS for water resources

Project management

Communication skills

Formazione

BEng/BSc in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Water Resources)

Master's in Water Resources Engineering (preferred)

Strumenti

HEC-RAS

SWMM

EPANET

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading environmental and water management consultancy, is actively seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to join their dedicated team in Welkom, Free State . This critical role focuses on the sustainable management of water resources, including catchment analysis, flood modeling, water quality management, and infrastructure design for water supply and sanitation. The successful candidate will lead complex projects, provide expert technical advice, and contribute to strategic water resource planning initiatives within the Free State region. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to make a significant impact on environmental sustainability and water security.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and implementation of water resources management projects.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic modeling for river systems, floodplains, and urban drainage.
• Develop strategies for sustainable water resource utilization, conservation, and protection.
• Assess water quality issues and propose solutions for improvement and pollution control.
• Undertake feasibility studies and detailed designs for water infrastructure projects (e.g., dams, pipelines, treatment works).
• Manage project teams, budgets, and timelines, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to clients, stakeholders, and junior staff.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for various audiences.
• Ensure compliance with relevant environmental legislation and water management policies.
• Contribute to research and development in water resources engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering, with a specialization in Water Resources.
• A Master's degree in Water Resources Engineering or a related field is highly preferred.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in water resources engineering.Proven experience in hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM, EPANET).
• Strong knowledge of catchment management principles, water quality assessment, and environmental impact assessment.
• Experience with GIS software for spatial analysis of water resources.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A valid driver's license and readiness to conduct fieldwork in and around Welkom, Free State .

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include a comprehensive medical aid scheme, a lucrative provident fund, ample paid annual leave, and significant support for professional development, including opportunities for further study and conference attendance. Employees in Welkom will work on impactful projects contributing to regional water security and environmental health, with opportunities for career growth within a respected organization.