Senior Water Engineer - Lead Water & Wastewater Projects

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Annual performance bonuses

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Water Engineer for our client in East London, Eastern Cape. You will lead planning, design and management of water and wastewater infrastructure, delivering safe, sustainable water resources for communities.

The role emphasizes hydraulic modeling, project leadership and mentorship of junior engineers. Join a professional team focused on environmental sustainability and engineering excellence, working on municipal and industrial projects, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Technologist (Pr Tech Eng).
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in water and wastewater engineering.
• Proficiency in water engineering software such as EPANET, WaterGEMS, AutoCAD, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment plants, pipelines, and pumping stations.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis for water supply and distribution networks.
• Prepare detailed design reports, specifications, and construction drawings.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders to meet project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with national and provincial water quality standards and environmental regulations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior water engineers and technicians.
• Conduct site investigations and construction supervision as needed.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies for water and wastewater treatment.
• Contribute to business development and proposal preparation.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Hydraulic modeling

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering (Water Resources/Environmental)

Tools

EPANET

WaterGEMS

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Water Engineer for our client in East London, Eastern Cape. You will lead planning, design and management of water and wastewater infrastructure, delivering safe, sustainable water resources for communities.

The role emphasizes hydraulic modeling, project leadership and mentorship of junior engineers. Join a professional team focused on environmental sustainability and engineering excellence, working on municipal and industrial projects, with opportunities for