Water Resources Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Public infrastructure projects

Professional development opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Water Resources Engineer to join the team in Soweto, focusing on planning, design, and management of water and wastewater infrastructure. The role covers water supply systems, treatment plants, and stormwater management within South Africa.

The ideal candidate brings strong hydrology and hydraulics knowledge along with project management capabilities to deliver essential infrastructure projects for the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources.
• 4–6 years of experience in water resources engineering and infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, SWMM) and CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement water supply, distribution, and wastewater collection and treatment systems.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic analyses for stormwater management and flood control projects.
• Prepare detailed designs, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for water infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, water quality standards, and South African legislation.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with government agencies, clients, and stakeholders on water resource management initiatives.

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

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

Tools

HEC-RAS

SWMM

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Water Resources Engineer to join their team in Soweto , focusing on the planning, design, and management of water and wastewater infrastructure. This role is critical for developing sustainable water solutions and ensuring the efficient management of water resources within the region. You will be involved in projects ranging from water supply systems and treatment plants to stormwater management and flood control. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills in hydrology and hydraulics, coupled with project management capabilities to deliver vital infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement water supply, distribution, and wastewater collection and treatment systems.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic analyses for stormwater management and flood control projects.
• Prepare detailed designs, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for water infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, water quality standards, and relevant South African legislation.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with government agencies, clients, and stakeholders on water resource management initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources.
• 4-6 years of experience in water resources engineering and infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM) and CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, water treatment processes, and environmental regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) or candidate engineer registration is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on essential public infrastructure projects.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Stable work environment with opportunities for advancement.
• Contribute to sustainable water management solutions.