Water Resources Engineer - Stormwater Management

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development support

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Water Resources Engineer in Port Elizabeth to lead stormwater design and flood control projects. You will analyze hydrology, model hydraulics, and implement green infrastructure while ensuring adherence to environmental regulations.

The role involves collaboration with municipal authorities and developers, delivering technical reports, drawings, and specifications, and supporting construction with site inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Eng with water resources specialization
• Minimum 5 years in hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater design
• Proficient in hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, SWMM, EPANET)
• Knowledge of SA water management policies and environmental regulations
• GIS experience is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrological and hydraulic analyses for stormwater systems including flood modeling
• Design culverts, channels, detention basins and green infrastructure
• Prepare design reports, calculations, drawings, and specs for stormwater projects
• Ensure designs meet regulatory requirements and environmental protection standards
• Collaborate with municipal authorities, developers and environmental consultants
• Provide construction phase technical support and site inspections

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (water resources)

Tools

HEC-RAS

SWMM

EPANET

GIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Water Resources Engineer to join their team in Port Elizabeth , specializing in stormwater management and flood control. This role involves the design, analysis, and implementation of systems to manage urban runoff, mitigate flooding, and protect water quality. You will work on diverse projects, from small-scale urban developments to large regional drainage schemes, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting sustainable water management practices. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of hydrology, hydraulics, and environmental engineering principles, contributing to the resilience and sustainability of the Eastern Cape's water infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic analyses for stormwater systems, including flood modeling.
• Design stormwater infrastructure such as culverts, channels, detention basins, and green infrastructure solutions.
• Prepare design reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications for stormwater management projects.
• Ensure designs meet regulatory requirements and environmental protection standards.
• Collaborate with municipal authorities, developers, and environmental consultants.
• Provide technical expertise during the construction phase, including site inspections and problem-solving.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in water resources.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater design.
• Proficiency in hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM, EPANET).
• Knowledge of South African water management policies and environmental regulations.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and report writing skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable water management in Port Elizabeth .
• Work on impactful projects that enhance community resilience.
• Support for professional development and continuous learning.
• Positive and collaborative team environment.