Water & Sanitation Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Community development projects

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Sustainability and innovation team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Water & Sanitation Engineer based in Vereeniging to contribute to municipal infrastructure projects, focusing on the design, development, and implementation of water supply and wastewater systems, with a hybrid work arrangement.

The role involves collaboration with municipal authorities and stakeholders, applying hydraulic engineering expertise and sustainable water resource management within a progressive engineering firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with water resources or environmental focus.
• Minimum 7 years in water and sanitation engineering design and project management.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA preferred.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and supervise water treatment plants, distribution networks, and wastewater collection systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop conceptual designs for water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Prepare detailed engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with national and international standards for water quality and environmental protection.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and contractor performance.
• Troubleshoot operational issues within existing water and wastewater systems.

Skills

Report writing

Presentation skills

Hydraulic modeling

CAD tools

Project management

Education

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

Tools

EPANET

InfoWorks WS

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a qualified Water & Sanitation Engineer to contribute to vital municipal infrastructure projects based in Vereeniging . This role focuses on the design, development, and implementation of water supply and wastewater management systems. You will work on projects aimed at improving public health and environmental quality within the Gauteng region, collaborating with municipal authorities and other stakeholders. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply your expertise in hydraulic engineering and sustainable water resource management within a progressive engineering firm, with a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and supervise the construction of water treatment plants, distribution networks, and wastewater collection systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop conceptual designs for water and sanitation infrastructure.
• Prepare detailed engineering designs, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Ensure compliance with national and international standards for water quality and environmental protection.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and contractor performance.
• Troubleshoot operational issues within existing water and wastewater systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in Water Resources or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in water and sanitation engineering design and project management.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration with ECSA is preferred.
• Proficiency in relevant hydraulic modeling software (e.g., EPANET, InfoWorks WS) and CAD tools.
• Strong understanding of water treatment processes, pipe network analysis, and wastewater treatment technologies.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Involvement in projects critical to community development in Vereeniging .
• Professional development opportunities and training.
• A collaborative team environment focused on sustainability and innovation.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office and remote work.