Senior Water Resources Engineer - SA Projects

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Water Resources Civil Engineer to join a leading environmental and infrastructure consultancy in Paarl, Western Cape. You will design and manage water supply, treatment, and stormwater systems using hydrology and hydraulics to deliver sustainable solutions.

Requirements include 8+ years in water resources, Pr. Eng (ECSA), and proficiency with EPANET, HEC-RAS, and SWMM, plus strong communication and project-management skills for stakeholder coordination and site

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng) is required.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in water resources engineering.
• Proficiency in hydraulic and hydrological modeling software (e.g., EPANET, HEC-RAS, SWMM).
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes.
• Experience in dam design, canal design, or river engineering is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage water supply, distribution, and treatment systems.
• Plan and design wastewater collection and treatment facilities.
• Develop stormwater management plans and flood control strategies.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic analyses using specialized software.
• Prepare detailed engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments related to water projects.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, clients, and construction teams to ensure project compliance and success.
• Oversee construction supervision and quality control for water infrastructure projects.
• Stay current with advancements in water resource management technologies and best practices.
• Contribute to the development of sustainable water management solutions.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Regulatory liaison

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

BEng/BSc Civil Engineering (Water Resources)

Pr. Eng (ECSA)

Tools

EPANET

HEC-RAS

SWMM

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Water Resources Civil Engineer to join a leading environmental and infrastructure consultancy in Paarl, Western Cape. You will design and manage water supply, treatment, and stormwater systems using hydrology and hydraulics to deliver sustainable solutions.

Requirements include 8+ years in water resources, Pr. Eng (ECSA), and proficiency with EPANET, HEC-RAS, and SWMM, plus strong communication and project-management skills for stakeholder coordination and site