Hydrologist

WSP in Africa; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Midrand is seeking a Junior Hydrologist or Water Resources Engineer. This full-time role involves supporting water permitting projects, contributing to hydrological studies, and developing hydrological models. Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Science in Hydrology or an Engineering degree, along with proficiency in MS Excel. The position offers opportunities to work with a skilled multidisciplinary team and contribute to impactful water stewardship projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Hydrology, preferably with a Masters.
• Demonstrated knowledge in water resources including hydrology and water supply feasibility.
• Proficiency in advanced MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Giving input on water components for EIA’s.
• Developing high quality technical reports for clients.
• Preparing macros on MS Excel for data interpretation.
• Developing hydrological models including storm water management modelling.

Skills

Proficient in MS Excel (Advanced)

Analysing data

Understanding of hydrological processes

Trend analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Hydrology

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

MS Projects

Job description

Job Description

WSP has a new full-time opportunity within our Water Use and Resource Management team for a Junior Hydrologist or Water Resources Engineer, based in Midrand (entry level). You will support the water permitting team with water use assessments, water use licence audits, water use licence applications, assistance with IWWMP and RSIP developments. You will be supporting and contributing on hydrological projects such as storm water management, hydrology studies/modelling, river design, water intakes, water quality modelling, climate assessment and modelling and water management plans.

You’ll work with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, contribute to impactful water stewardship projects, and grow your technical modelling capability in a supportive and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Giving input on water components for EIA’s and mine waste management projects;
• Technical input and understanding into water permitting projects;
• Developing high quality project and design technical reports for clients;
• Assessing and analysing vast amounts of data using statistical methodologies;
• Preparing macros on MS Excel for data interpretation, reporting and management;
• Developing hydrological models including storm water management modelling, floodline assessment, climate assessment, water quality modelling for mining and industrial clients;
• Catchment Hydrological modelling including rainfall-runoff modelling and yield analysis;
• Undertaking water and salt balances, storm water management planning, flood risk assessment and flood line determination, hydrological impact assessment, water quality analysis and water quality monitoring plan;
• Displaying a safety first focus and setting a positive example by identifying and reporting hazards, near misses and incidents;
• Business development

Health and Safety

• Giving input on water components for EIA’s and mine waste management projects;
• Technical input and understanding into water permitting projects;
• Developing high quality project and design technical reports for clients;
• Assessing and analysing vast amounts of data using statistical methodologies;
• Preparing macros on MS Excel for data interpretation, reporting and management;
• Developing hydrological models including storm water management modelling, floodline assessment, climate assessment, water quality modelling for mining and industrial clients;
• Catchment Hydrological modelling including rainfall-runoff modelling and yield analysis;
• Undertaking water and salt balances, storm water management planning, flood risk assessment and flood line determination, hydrological impact assessment, water quality analysis and water quality monitoring plan;
• Displaying a safety first focus and setting a positive example by identifying and reporting hazards, near misses and incidents;
• Business development

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Hydrology, preferably with a Masters, OR
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel (Advanced), MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, MS Projects;
• Demonstrated knowledgein water resources including hydrology, water balance, water supply feasibility, water reuse and some knowledge on the National Water Act.

Technical Skills

• Ability to prepare and manage input datasets and interface spreadsheets.
• Understanding of hydrological processes, stormwater generation, storage dynamics, and mine water systems.
• Analysing data and interpreting outputs.
• Trend analysis