Senior Hydrologist

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off

Job summary

An independent consultancy firm in water sciences is seeking a Senior Hydrologist for their Johannesburg offices. The role requires at least 8 years of hydrological experience, proficiency in hydrological modelling, and the ability to conduct field measurements. Candidates with consulting experience in the mining sector are preferred. A competitive salary ranging from R750K to R950K per year, along with paid time off, is offered. Interested applicants can apply via email or through the online application form.

Qualifications

• 8 years of hydrological experience is mandatory.
• Experience in consulting and mining sectors is advantageous.
• Membership in professional industry bodies is required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and analyze hydrological and meteorological data.
• Conduct field measurements of water flow and quality.
• Design scientific investigations for water resource management.

Skills

Hydrological and hydraulic modelling

Field measurements

Hydrological calculations

Flood risk assessment

Storm water management

Team management

Education

BSc or Engineering degree

MSc in Hydrology (optional)

Job description

A new career opportunity has become available for a Senior Hydrologist at an independent consultancy firm in the water and environmental sciences field at their Johannesburg offices.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in obtaining hydrological and meteorological data and accurate analysis
• Hydrological and hydraulic modelling abilities (Pitman, WRSM 2000, and HEC-RAS, PCSWMM or similar)
• Conduct field measurements including water flow and water quality measurements
• Measure and graph phenomena such as stream flows, and changes in water volumes
• Design and conduct scientific hydrological investigations to ensure that accurate and appropriate information is available for use in water resource management decisions
• Hydrological catchment delineation
• Hydrological calculations, including rainfall-runoff and peak flows
• Undertake flood risk assessment and flood line determination
• Water & Salt balances
• Storm Water Management Planning
• Risk and mitigation assessments and management plans
• Conceptual design and sizing of storm water infrastructure
• Auditing water infrastructure in terms of DWS guidelines
• Be aware of current trends and issues in hydrology, such as relevant political changes, wetland controversies, integrated and transboundary water management and climate change impacts

Requirements

• BSc or Engineering degree (+ MSc in Hydrology or similar optional)
• Membership of professional industry bodies (Pr. Sci. Nat, Pr. Eng) or similar
• Minimum 8 years’ hydrological experience
• Experience within the consulting environment and mining sector will be an added advantage
• Experience in managing a team

Benefits

• Salary: R750K/yr - R950K/yr, negotiable
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience
• Paid Time Off

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 [e-mail]

You are also welcome to contact Courtney on021 180 0870

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.