Hydrogeologist

RPO Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary negotiable

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

RPO Recruitment's client in Cape Town, South Africa, seeks a Hydrogeologist to join their mining team. You will conduct hydrogeological assessments, develop water resource plans, and monitor groundwater quality and quantity in mining operations.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in hydrogeology, professional registration, and proficiency with groundwater modeling software and GIS tools. Collaboration with regulators, consultants, and stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in hydrogeology, preferably in the mining industry.
• Professional registration as a Hydrogeologist or eligibility for registration.
• Proficiency in groundwater modeling software and GIS tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of relevant environmental regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrogeological investigations, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Develop water resource management plans and strategies for mining operations.
• Monitor groundwater quality and quantity, and assess potential impacts on the environment.
• Design and implement groundwater monitoring programs.
• Provide technical support and advice on water-related issues to project teams.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies, consultants, and stakeholders on water resource management initiatives.
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in hydrogeology.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

GIS

Groundwater modeling

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Hydrogeology

Tools

Groundwater modeling software

GIS

Job description

Position: Hydrogeologist

Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Industry: Mining

RPO Recruitment's client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Hydrogeologist to join their mining team in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting hydrogeological assessments and providing expertise on water resource management in mining operations. The Hydrogeologist will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainable water use practices.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct hydrogeological investigations, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Develop water resource management plans and strategies for mining operations.
• Monitor groundwater quality and quantity, and assess potential impacts on the environment.
• Design and implement groundwater monitoring programs.
• Provide technical support and advice on water-related issues to project teams.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies, consultants, and stakeholders on water resource management initiatives.
• Prepare and present technical reports and presentations.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in hydrogeology.

Essential Requirement:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in hydrogeology, preferably in the mining industry.
• Professional registration as a Hydrogeologist or eligibility for registration.
• Proficiency in groundwater modeling software and GIS tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of relevant environmental regulations and guidelines.

Benefits:

• Salary: Negotiable
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (if applicable)

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to RPO Recruitment at [e-mail].

Alternatively, you are also welcome to contact Anzaan Kennedy on LinkedIn or call her on 021 180 0776.

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.