Water Resources Engineer - Eastern Cape Water Management

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to lead design and oversight of water infrastructure projects in the Eastern Cape. You will work on water supply, wastewater, flood control, and catchment management, ensuring sustainable resources for communities and industries.

The role requires a Civil/Environmental Engineering background with a focus on water resources and at least 6 years of relevant experience, including hydraulic modeling proficiency (HEC-RAS, EPANET).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a Water Resources focus.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in water resource management and infrastructure design.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic modeling and water quality regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage water supply systems including dams, pipelines, and treatment plants.
• Perform hydrological and hydraulic studies for flood risk assessment and management.
• Develop plans for wastewater collection and treatment infrastructure.
• Assess water resource availability and implement sustainable use strategies.
• Prepare environmental impact assessments and ensure compliance with water legislation.
• Oversee construction and maintenance of water infrastructure projects.

Skills

Analytical

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

BEng in Civil/Env Eng (Water Resources)

Tools

HEC-RAS

EPANET

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Water Resources Engineer to play a vital role in managing and developing water infrastructure across the Eastern Cape . This position involves the planning, design, and oversight of projects related to water supply, wastewater treatment, flood control, and catchment management. You will work on ensuring sustainable water resources for communities and industries, addressing challenges related to water scarcity and quality. This is an important role for an engineer committed to environmental stewardship and ensuring resilient water systems in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and manage water supply systems, including dams, pipelines, and treatment plants.
• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic studies for flood risk assessment and management.
• Develop plans for wastewater collection and treatment infrastructure.
• Assess water resource availability and implement strategies for sustainable water use.
• Prepare environmental impact assessments and ensure compliance with water-related legislation.
• Oversee construction and maintenance of water infrastructure projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, specializing in Water Resources.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in water resource management and infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, EPANET).
• Strong knowledge of water quality standards, environmental regulations, and catchment management principles.
• Experience with projects in the Eastern Cape or similar regions is beneficial.
• Excellent analytical, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for project bonuses.
• Opportunity to lead impactful water resource projects in the Eastern Cape .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Support for continuous professional development and training.
• Work in a region known for its unique environmental challenges and opportunities.