Hydrogeologist/Geologist

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 months’ probation

Group Life

Disability Cover

Medical Insurance

Job summary

Hire Resolve's client in Cape Town seeks a Hydrogeologist or Geologist with strong hydrogeology experience to join their team. You will conduct field investigations, analyse data, and support groundwater and wellfield development projects.

The role involves field and office work, data interpretation using AquiferTest Pro and GIS tools, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. A BSc Hons or MSc in Earth Sciences and at least 5 years' experience are required, with Pr.Sci.Nat registration

Qualifications

• BSc Hons or MSc in Earth Sciences / Geology / Hydrogeology / Water Resource Science.
• Minimum 5 years in geological/hydrogeological activities.
• Experience supervising boreholes and test-pumping.
• Experience leading small teams and reporting data.
• Familiarity with AquiferTest Pro; GIS skills helpful.
• Registered as Pr.Sci.Nat. and proficient in MS Office.
• Knowledge of National Water Act and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake field work and office data analysis and reporting.
• Manage small projects and tasks on larger projects.
• Collaborate with hydrogeology, geology, hydrology, GIS teams and sub-contractors.
• Work on groundwater investigations, well design, aquifer testing and modeling.
• Interpret geology, hydrogeology, geophysics and groundwater chemistry data.
• Contribute to proposal development for new work.

Skills

Hydrogeology expertise

Data analysis

Independent worker

Travel readiness

Education

BSc Hons / MSc in Earth Sciences

Tools

AquiferTest Pro

QGIS

ArcGIS

FeFlow

MODFLOW

MS Office

Job description

Description:

Hire Resolve's client in Cape Town is seeking a Hydrogeologist or Geologist with significant hydrogeological experience to join their team. As a Hydrogeologist, you will be responsible for conducting field investigations, analysing hydrogeological data, and providing technical support for various projects including all aspects of groundwater and wellfield development.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake a combination of field work and office work, including data analysis and reporting.
• Manage smaller projects and tasks on larger projects, with opportunities to develop project management skills over time.
• Work collaboratively with members of the hydrogeology, geology, hydrology, GIS and environmental groups, team members from other internal business lines, as well as external sub-contractors/consultants, and clients.
• Work on a variety of hydrogeological-environmental projects including groundwater investigations, water well design, aquifer testing, development of hydrogeological models, risk assessment, and remediation feasibility studies.
• Evaluate and interpret data including geology, hydrogeology, geophysics, and groundwater chemistry as part of various projects.
• Contribute to the development of proposals for new work.

Requirements:

• Qualification: BSc Hons or MSc degree in Earth Sciences / Geology / Hydrogeology / Water Resource Science (focus on hydrogeology).
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in geological/hydrogeological activities.
• Experience in on-site supervision of borehole drilling and test-pumping.
• Experience in collaborating with and managing small teams.
• Experience in data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with geological and hydrogeological software (e.g., AquiferTest Pro).
• Basic GIS skills (QGIS or Arc) and understanding of modelling software such as FeFlow and MODFLOW are advantageous.
• Registered as Pr.Sci.Nat.
• Competency with MS Office suite of applications.
• Experience with the National Water Act and relevant legislation.
• Ability to work independently in both office and field environments.
• Self-motivated and a team player.
• Willingness to occasionally travel for work.
• Valid Code B South African Driver’s License or equivalent.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Punctual and reliable.

Benefits:

• 6 months’ probation
• Salary: Market Related
• Group Life
• Disability Cover
• Medical Insurance

Hire Resolve focuses on working with senior-level executives and we pride ourselves on delivering excellent service to our candidates and clients.

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Chandre Cordier at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail].

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy.