Senior Hydrogeologist — Groundwater Modeling (Paarl)

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Life insurance

Pension fund

CPD funding

Flexible working

Job summary

Placements24, a leading environmental consultancy based in Paarl, is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to manage groundwater projects and protect vital resources. You will lead investigations, develop models, and advise clients and regulators on groundwater strategies.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with South African water legislation while delivering high-impact solutions to water security challenges in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in hydrogeology or related field.
• 8+ years of applied hydrogeology experience in groundwater resource management or contamination.
• Experience with groundwater modelling software and GIS.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of South African water legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrogeological investigations from inception to completion.
• Conduct groundwater resource assessments and yield estimation.
• Develop and apply groundwater flow and solute transport models (MODFLOW/FEFLOW).
• Assess groundwater contamination risks and remediation strategies.
• Plan, supervise drilling programs and interpret results.
• Author technical reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Provide expert hydrogeological advice to clients and regulators.
• Collaborate with environmental scientists, engineers, and project managers.
• Mentor junior hydrogeologists and contribute to team development.
• Stay updated on hydrogeology advances and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best practices.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Report writing

Project management

Team leadership

Water legislation SA

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Hydrogeology

Tools

MODFLOW

FEFLOW

GIS

Job description

Placements24, a leading environmental consultancy based in Paarl, is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to manage groundwater projects and protect vital resources. You will lead investigations, develop models, and advise clients and regulators on groundwater strategies.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with South African water legislation while delivering high-impact solutions to water security challenges in the Western Cape.