Senior Water Resources Engineer – Western Cape

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development & conference\

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a Water Resources Engineer to advance sustainable water management, including supply, wastewater, and flood control projects. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions addressing regional water challenges.

The role requires a strong analytical mindset, expertise in hydrological/hydraulic modeling, and excellent communication for stakeholder engagement. Travel within the Western Cape is occasional.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources.
• 6+ years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Experience in hydrological modeling, hydraulic design, and water/wastewater systems.
• Proficiency in water modeling software.
• Knowledge of South Africa environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic analyses for water resource projects.
• Design and develop water supply schemes, including treatment and distribution systems.
• Design wastewater collection and treatment systems.
• Develop flood management strategies for riverine and coastal protection.
• Perform environmental impact assessments related to water projects.
• Prepare technical reports, design documents, and tender specifications.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee construction and commissioning of water infrastructure projects.

Skills

Hydrological modeling

Hydraulic design

Water resources engineering

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

HEC-RAS

InfoWorks ICM

SWMM

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a Water Resources Engineer to advance sustainable water management, including supply, wastewater, and flood control projects. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions addressing regional water challenges.

The role requires a strong analytical mindset, expertise in hydrological/hydraulic modeling, and excellent communication for stakeholder engagement. Travel within the Western Cape is occasional.