Water Resources Engineer: Sustainable Water Solutions

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life Insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to support sustainable water management initiatives in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will work on water supply, wastewater, stormwater, and catchment projects, applying hydrological and hydraulic modelling expertise.

The role requires a Civil/Environmental Engineering background with Water Resources specialization, ECSA registration, and at least 7 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources.
• Master's degree in a relevant field is highly advantageous.
• Professional registration with ECSA.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water resources engineering, including hydrological and hydraulic modelling.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modelling software (EPANET, MIKE URBAN, HEC-RAS).
• Strong understanding of water quality, treatment technologies, and regulations.
• Experience with GIS and remote sensing for water resources is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Commitment to sustainable development and water conservation practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrological studies and develop rainfall-runoff models.
• Perform hydraulic analysis for water distribution networks, sewer systems, and floodplains using specialised software.
• Design water treatment processes, storage facilities, and conveyance systems.
• Develop integrated water resource management plans and catchment strategies.
• Assess water quality and implement pollution control measures.
• Prepare technical reports, design docs, and environmental impact assessments.
• Liaise with clients, authorities, and community stakeholders on water projects.
• Provide input on water infrastructure planning and development.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of water systems and propose improvements.
• Ensure designs comply with regulations and sustainability principles.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Report writing

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

GIS knowledge

Education

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

Master's degree (advantageous)

Tools

EPANET

MIKE URBAN

HEC-RAS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Water Resources Engineer to support sustainable water management initiatives in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will work on water supply, wastewater, stormwater, and catchment projects, applying hydrological and hydraulic modelling expertise.

The role requires a Civil/Environmental Engineering background with Water Resources specialization, ECSA registration, and at least 7 years of experience.