Hybrid Water Resources Engineer - Port Elizabeth

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to contribute to vital water management and planning initiatives in Port Elizabeth. This hybrid role focuses on sustainable water resources, supply, demand management, and flood risk assessment for the Eastern Cape region.

You will analyze hydrological data, develop water management strategies, and contribute to water infrastructure design while collaborating with government agencies and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources.
• 5+ years of experience in water resources planning, hydrology, or hydraulic engineering.
• Proficiency in hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, EPANET, InfoWorks).
• Strong understanding of South Africa water resource legislation and policy.
• Experience with data analysis and report writing on water topics.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and contribute to project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological studies and analyze water resource availability and demand for various applications.
• Develop and implement integrated water resource management plans and strategies.
• Perform hydraulic modeling for rivers, floodplains, and water distribution systems.
• Assess environmental impacts of water infrastructure projects and propose mitigation measures.
• Contribute to design and planning of water supply schemes, dams, and related infrastructure.
• Liaise with government agencies, water boards, and stakeholders on water resource management issues.

Skills

Hydrological modeling

Data analysis

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (Water Resources)

Tools

HEC-RAS

EPANET

InfoWorks

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to contribute to vital water management and planning initiatives in Port Elizabeth. This hybrid role focuses on sustainable water resources, supply, demand management, and flood risk assessment for the Eastern Cape region.

You will analyze hydrological data, develop water management strategies, and contribute to water infrastructure design while collaborating with government agencies and stakeholders.