Water Resources Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonuses potential

Training & development

Medical aid

Retirement funds

Sustainability focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Water Resources Engineer for a Welkom-based role in the Free State. You will design and optimize water-related infrastructure, focusing on sustainable supply, wastewater management, and stormwater control, with emphasis on hydrology, hydraulics, and project leadership.

You will work with environmental specialists, government bodies, and construction teams to deliver compliant designs, reports, and tender documentation, while mentoring junior engineers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional registration (Pr Eng) with ECSA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Proficiency in water modeling software (EPANET, HEC-RAS, InfoWorks).
• Experience with project management and contract administration.
• Strong understanding of South African water legislation and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop water supply systems, including treatment plants, distribution networks, and reservoirs.
• Plan and implement wastewater collection and treatment systems, adhering to environmental regulations.
• Manage stormwater drainage design and flood control measures for urban and rural developments.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic modeling to assess water availability, flood risks, and system performance.
• Prepare detailed design reports, specifications, tender documents, and construction supervision plans.
• Collaborate with environmental specialists, government bodies, and construction teams to ensure project compliance and success.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Project management

Water modeling

Contract administration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Water Resources)

Professional registration (Pr Eng) with ECSA preferred

Tools

EPANET

HEC-RAS

InfoWorks

Job description

Our client is looking for a skilled Water Resources Engineer to join their dedicated team based in Welkom . This role involves managing and optimizing water-related infrastructure projects, focusing on sustainable water supply, wastewater management, and stormwater control. You will contribute to the design and implementation of solutions that address the region's water challenges, ensuring reliable and efficient water resources for the community. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of hydrology, hydraulics, and water system design, coupled with excellent project management capabilities. This is a key position for an engineer passionate about environmental sustainability and infrastructure development in the Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop water supply systems, including treatment plants, distribution networks, and reservoirs.
• Plan and implement wastewater collection and treatment systems, adhering to environmental regulations.
• Manage stormwater drainage design and flood control measures for urban and rural developments.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic modeling to assess water availability, flood risks, and system performance.
• Prepare detailed design reports, specifications, tender documents, and construction supervision plans.
• Collaborate with environmental specialists, government bodies, and construction teams to ensure project compliance and success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Environmental Engineering.
• Professional registration (Pr Eng) with ECSA is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water resources engineering.
• Proficiency in water modeling software (e.g., EPANET, HEC-RAS, InfoWorks).
• Experience with project management and contract administration.
• Strong understanding of South African water legislation and environmental standards.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package including potential bonuses.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development.
• Contribution to medical aid and retirement funds.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment focused on sustainability.
• The chance to work on impactful projects improving water infrastructure in Welkom and surrounding areas.