Senior Water Resources Engineer – On-Site, Vereeniging

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a specialized Water Resource Civil Engineer to join our established team, focusing on planning, design, and management of water-related infrastructure.

You will apply hydrology and hydraulics to develop sustainable water solutions, including water supply networks, wastewater systems, stormwater plans, and flood control, working closely with municipal authorities and on-site teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Water Resources or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water resource engineering including design and project management.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) or ECSA registration required.
• Proficiency with hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, SWMM, EPANET).

Responsibilities

• Design and manage water supply networks, pumping stations, and distribution systems.
• Develop stormwater management plans including drainage systems and flood mitigation.
• Conduct hydrological studies and hydraulic modeling to assess water resource availability and flow dynamics.
• Oversee wastewater collection systems and treatment facilities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, water quality standards, and public health requirements.
• Collaborate with municipal authorities, environmental agencies, and construction teams to ensure project success and sustainability.

Skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Hydrology knowledge

Education

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

Tools

HEC-RAS

SWMM

EPANET

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a specialized Water Resource Civil Engineer to join our established team, focusing on planning, design, and management of water-related infrastructure.

You will apply hydrology and hydraulics to develop sustainable water solutions, including water supply networks, wastewater systems, stormwater plans, and flood control, working closely with municipal authorities and on-site teams.