Senior Water Resources Engineer - Coastal Dam & Hydropower

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Water Resource Engineer to lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Richards Bay,KwaZulu-Natal. You will perform hydrological assessments, develop resource plans, and deliver designs for treatment and distribution networks.

You will manage projects, mentor junior staff, and liaise with clients and authorities, ensuring regulatory compliance and successful outcomes. This role offers hybrid work in a coastal setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or Environmental Engineering with water resources specialization.
• 7+ years of relevant professional experience in water resource engineering.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is required.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, SWMM) and GIS.
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic analyses for river systems, floodplains, and urban drainage.
• Develop water resource management plans and strategies.
• Prepare detailed designs, calculations, and specifications for water treatment plants and distribution networks.
• Manage project scope, budget, and schedule; ensure on-time delivery.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments related to water resource projects.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and staff.
• Develop proposals and support business development activities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and engineering standards.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Water resources

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

HEC-RAS

SWMM

GIS

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Water Resource Engineer to lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Richards Bay,KwaZulu-Natal. You will perform hydrological assessments, develop resource plans, and deliver designs for treatment and distribution networks.

You will manage projects, mentor junior staff, and liaise with clients and authorities, ensuring regulatory compliance and successful outcomes. This role offers hybrid work in a coastal setting.