Senior Water Resources Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Pension fund

Professional development

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead critical water management projects in Vereeniging and Gauteng. Responsibilities include planning, design, and implementation of sustainable water infrastructure across regions, mentoring junior staff, and liaising with governmental bodies and stakeholders to ensure effective water resource management.

The candidate should have a Master’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering (Water Resources), 10+ years of experience, and Pr Eng

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in water resources engineering and management.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of water resource management systems, including dams, pipelines, and treatment facilities.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling, water balance studies, and flood risk assessments.
• Prepare comprehensive feasibility studies, environmental impact assessments, and technical reports.
• Manage project teams, budgets, and timelines, ensuring project objectives are met.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international water quality standards and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders to secure approvals and facilitate project success.

Skills

Water Resources Engineering

Project Management

Hydraulic Modeling

GIS

Leadership/Mentoring

Education

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

Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA

Tools

HEC-RAS

EPANET

GIS

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading environmental and engineering solutions provider in Vereeniging , seeks an accomplished Senior Water Resources Engineer to lead critical water management projects. You will be responsible for the planning, design, and implementation of sustainable water infrastructure, including supply, treatment, and distribution systems across Gauteng and beyond. This role involves managing complex projects, mentoring junior staff, and liaising with governmental bodies and stakeholders to ensure effective water resource management. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned engineer to shape significant water projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of water resource management systems, including dams, pipelines, and treatment facilities.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling, water balance studies, and flood risk assessments.
• Prepare comprehensive feasibility studies, environmental impact assessments, and technical reports.
• Manage project teams, budgets, and timelines, ensuring project objectives are met.
• Ensure designs comply with national and international water quality standards and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders to secure approvals and facilitate project success.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in water resources engineering and management.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is essential.
• Extensive experience with water modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, EPANET) and GIS applications.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale water infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of hydrology, hydraulics, and environmental legislation.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Opportunity to lead impactful water infrastructure projects in Vereeniging.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and pension fund.
• Generous opportunities for professional development and training.
• A dynamic work environment with a focus on sustainable solutions.