Water Resources Civil Engineer — Upington Impact & Design

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth

Further training

Impactful projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Civil Engineer specializing in Water Resource Management for projects in Upington, Northern Cape. You will plan, design, and oversee water supply, irrigation, dam safety, flood control, and catchment management initiatives in an arid region.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in hydrology, hydraulics, and environmental considerations for water infrastructure, with at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Hydrology.
• Professional registration with ECSA as Pr. Eng. or C.E.ng. is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in water resource management and infrastructure design.
• Demonstrated experience in hydrological and hydraulic modeling.
• Proficiency in HEC-RAS, EPANET, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological studies and develop water balance models.
• Design and assess water infrastructure, including dams, canals, pipelines, and pump stations.
• Develop flood management strategies and designs for flood protection structures.
• Plan and design irrigation systems for agricultural and industrial purposes.
• Undertake dam break analyses and develop emergency action plans.
• Assess environmental impacts of water projects and propose mitigation measures.
• Prepare feasibility studies, design reports, specifications, and tender documents.
• Provide technical support and supervision during construction and operation of water infrastructure.
• Liaise with stakeholders including government departments, water user associations, and local communities.
• Ensure designs comply with South African water legislation and standards.
• Contribute to catchment management plans and strategies for sustainable water resource utilization.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulic modeling

GIS

Water resources planning

Education

BSc/MSc Civil Engineering (Water Resources)

Tools

HEC-RAS

EPANET

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Civil Engineer specializing in Water Resource Management for projects in Upington, Northern Cape. You will plan, design, and oversee water supply, irrigation, dam safety, flood control, and catchment management initiatives in an arid region.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in hydrology, hydraulics, and environmental considerations for water infrastructure, with at least 5 years of relevant experience.