Geohydrologist - Groundwater Resource Management and Development

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Vor Ort; ZAR 600.000 - 1.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Geohydrologist for our client, a leading environmental and water consulting firm, to join the Mahikeng office in North West, South Africa. You will conduct groundwater investigations, modeling, and monitoring network design to support water security for communities and industry.

You will collaborate with engineers and scientists on multidisciplinary projects, apply MODFLOW/FEFLOW/RT3D, and contribute to groundwater protection, remediation, and sustainable

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or PhD in Hydrogeology, Earth Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in applied hydrogeology and groundwater management.
• Proven experience with groundwater modeling software (e.g., MODFLOW, FEFLOW, RT3D).
• Strong understanding of hydrogeological principles, groundwater-surface water interaction, and geochemistry.
• Experience with geophysical logging and borehole geophysics is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• Familiarity with South African groundwater legislation and policies.

Aufgaben

• Conduct hydrogeological investigations, including aquifer characterization and groundwater sampling.
• Develop and calibrate groundwater flow and contaminant transport models.
• Design and oversee the installation of groundwater monitoring networks.
• Assess groundwater availability, quality, and vulnerability.
• Provide technical input for groundwater abstraction projects and borehole designs.
• Develop groundwater management plans and protection strategies.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments related to groundwater resources.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineers, geologists, and environmental scientists on integrated water resource projects.

Kenntnisse

Groundwater modeling

Analytical skills

Communication

Report writing

Ausbildung

Master's degree or PhD in Hydrogeology

Tools

MODFLOW

FEFLOW

RT3D

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leading environmental and water consulting firm, is seeking a highly skilled Geohydrologist to join their dedicated team in Mahikeng, North West. This critical role focuses on the investigation, assessment, and management of groundwater resources, addressing key challenges related to water scarcity, contamination, and sustainable development in the region. You will be responsible for hydrogeological studies, groundwater modeling, the design of monitoring networks, and providing expert advice on groundwater abstraction, protection, and remediation. The ideal candidate possesses a strong scientific background, excellent analytical and modeling capabilities, and a passion for sustainable water management. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, engage with diverse clients including government bodies and mining operations, and contribute to significant projects that ensure water security for communities and industries in North West. Our Mahikeng office offers a dynamic environment for professionals passionate about environmental solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrogeological investigations, including aquifer characterization and groundwater sampling.
• Develop and calibrate groundwater flow and contaminant transport models.
• Design and oversee the installation of groundwater monitoring networks.
• Assess groundwater availability, quality, and vulnerability.
• Provide technical input for groundwater abstraction projects and borehore designs.
• Develop groundwater management plans and protection strategies.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments related to groundwater resources.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineers, geologists, and environmental scientists on integrated water resource projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Hydrogeology, Earth Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in applied hydrogeology and groundwater management.
• Proven experience with groundwater modeling software (e.g., MODFLOW, FEFLOW, RT3D).
• Strong understanding of hydrogeological principles, groundwater-surface water interaction, and geochemistry.
• Experience with geophysical logging and borehole geophysics is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• Familiarity with South African groundwater legislation and policies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive medical aid
• a retirement fund
• opportunities for professional development and advanced training

You will work on challenging and impactful projects that contribute to sustainable water resource management in the North West province and beyond. We foster a collaborative and innovative work environment in Mahikeng. This role provides excellent career progression and the opportunity to become a leading expert in your field.