Water Resources Engineer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; In loco; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Water Resources Engineer in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The role focuses on hydrology, hydraulics, and sustainable water resource planning for diverse clients.

You will model river systems and design water infrastructure while coordinating with regulators and stakeholders from our Mossel Bay office. The ideal candidate has a strong background in hydrology and environmental regulations, with 7+ years of post‑graduate experience and registration with ECSA being highly

Competenze

• BSc/BEng or MEng in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Hydrology.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-graduate experience in water resource engineering.
• Proficiency in hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, EPANET, SWMM).
• Strong understanding of water resource systems, catchment management, and environmental regulations.

Mansioni

• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic modeling for river systems, catchments, and urban drainage.
• Design water supply infrastructure, including dams, pipelines, and treatment plants.
• Develop flood risk assessments and design flood mitigation measures.
• Plan and manage wastewater collection and treatment systems.
• Prepare water resource management plans and strategies.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments related to water projects.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders on water resource issues.
• Ensure compliance with South Africa's water regulations.

Conoscenze

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Water resources

Analytical thinking

Formazione

BSc/BEng in Civil/Environmental Eng

MEng in Civil/Environmental Eng

Strumenti

HEC-RAS

EPANET

SWMM

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading environmental and water management consultancy, has an exciting opening for a Water Resources Engineer in **Mossel Bay, Western Cape**. This role is critical for managing and optimizing water resources, focusing on sustainable water supply, flood control, and wastewater management for a range of clients. You will be involved in complex hydrological studies, infrastructure design, and the development of integrated water management plans. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background in hydrology, hydraulics, and water resource systems, coupled with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on water security and sustainability in the **Western Cape** region, working from our established **Mossel Bay** office.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic modeling for river systems, catchments, and urban drainage.
• Design water supply infrastructure, including dams, pipelines, and treatment plants.
• Develop flood risk assessments and design flood mitigation measures.
• Plan and manage wastewater collection and treatment systems.
• Prepare water resource management plans and strategies.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments related to water projects.
• Liaise with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders on water resource issues.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental and water management regulations in **South Africa**.
• Supervise site investigations, data collection, and construction supervision for water infrastructure projects.
• Stay abreast of advancements in water resource management technologies and best practices.
• Develop and review technical reports, specifications, and design drawings.

Requirements

• BSc/BEng or MEng in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources or Hydrology.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-graduate experience in water resource engineering.
• Proficiency in hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, EPANET, SWMM).
• Strong understanding of water resource systems, catchment management, and environmental regulations.
• Experience with South African water legislation and standards.
• Excellent analytical, report writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively in a team.
• Professional registration with ECSA (or eligibility) is highly desirable.
• Experience in dam safety and flood control design is a significant advantage.
• Must be able to work effectively from our **Mossel Bay** office.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, including comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• You will have the opportunity to work on impactful water resource projects across the **Western Cape**, contributing to sustainable development.
• The **Mossel Bay** office provides a supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement.
• This role offers direct engagement with critical water challenges facing the region.