Water Treatment & Reticulation Civil Engineer – Upington

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Civil Engineer for Upington, Northern Cape, to design, implement, and maintain water treatment and reticulation infrastructure. The role demands strong technical expertise in water engineering and a commitment to public service.

You will oversee projects, coordinate with contractors and utilities, and ensure compliance with quality standards. On-site work in Upington with occasional travel within the Northern Cape is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in water treatment, water supply, and reticulation systems design.
• BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering, with a specialization in water or environmental engineering.
• Pr Eng registration with ECSA is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software such as EPANET.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects and collaborate with stakeholders in Upington.
• Willingness to travel within the Northern Cape region.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and oversee the construction and refurbishment of water treatment plants and related infrastructure.
• Develop and manage water reticulation networks, including pipelines, pumping stations, and storage reservoirs.
• Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments for new water projects.
• Ensure compliance with national water quality standards and environmental regulations.
• Prepare tender documentation, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Supervise contractors and consultants involved in water infrastructure projects.
• Monitor performance of existing water systems and identify improvements.
• Provide technical expertise and support for operational challenges within the water system.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

EPANET

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Civil Engineer for Upington, Northern Cape, to design, implement, and maintain water treatment and reticulation infrastructure. The role demands strong technical expertise in water engineering and a commitment to public service.

You will oversee projects, coordinate with contractors and utilities, and ensure compliance with quality standards. On-site work in Upington with occasional travel within the Northern Cape is expected.