Senior Water Resources Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement fund options

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead planning, design and implementation of water infrastructure in Nelspruit with a hybrid work arrangement.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Water Resources Engineering, Pr. Eng registration, 8+ years' experience, and proficiency in EPANET/HEC-RAS to deliver reliable water services for communities and industries in Mpumalanga.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Water Resources Engineering or related field.
• ECSA Pr. Eng registration is essential.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive water resources experience.
• Proficiency with EPANET, HEC-RAS, or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of water supply, distribution and wastewater systems.
• Perform hydrological and hydraulic modeling for resource assessment and flood risk.
• Prepare detailed design reports, specs, and drawings.
• Oversee water treatment design and effluent management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and water quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and support BD efforts.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Hydraulic modeling

Education

Master's degree in Water Resources Engineering

Tools

EPANET

HEC-RAS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior Water Resources Engineer to join their team, based in Nelspruit . This role involves leading the planning, design, and implementation of water resource management projects, including water supply systems, wastewater treatment facilities, and flood control structures. You will play a key role in assessing water availability, managing water quality, and developing sustainable solutions for water infrastructure challenges across the region. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in hydraulic modeling, water systems design, and environmental regulations to contribute to critical projects that ensure reliable water services for communities and industries in Mpumalanga , with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of water supply, distribution, and wastewater collection systems.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic modeling studies for water resource assessment and flood risk analysis.
• Prepare detailed design reports, specifications, and construction drawings for water infrastructure projects.
• Oversee water treatment process design and effluent management strategies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and water quality standards .
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and contribute to business development efforts.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Water Resources Engineering or a related field.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng) is essential.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in water resources engineering.
• Proficiency in water modeling software such as EPANET, HEC-RAS, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of South African water legislation and environmental impact assessment processes.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund options.
• Support for professional development and ongoing training.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility between office and remote work.
• Opportunity to work on significant water infrastructure projects impacting the region.