Description:
A leading consulting firm is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Water Resource Engineer / Senior Engineering Hydrologist to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for hydrological analyses and water resource planning to support multidisciplinary projects across various sectors.
Experience & Key Requirements:
· BEng Civil or BSc Hydrology (Honours); a Master’s degree is preferred.
· Professional Registration (PrSciNat or PrEng).
· 8+ years of experience in a similar role.
· Extensive expertise in hydrological modelling, water resource planning, flood determination, stormwater planning, and mining sector projects.
· Strong proficiency in GoldSim and other modelling systems used in South Africa.
· Experience in national and regional water planning, including feasibility studies for water infrastructure projects in the mining sector.
· Consulting experience with National Water Resource Ministries/Authorities (e.g., DWS South Africa).
· Understanding of contemporary adaptation strategies, such as Ecosystem-based Adaptation.
Key Responsibilities:
· Conduct and process hydrological data analyses, determine hydrological parameters, and delineate catchments.
· Perform surface water runoff and flood peak runoff calculations and water balance analyses.
· Develop and evaluate water balances using GoldSim.
· Conduct reservoir and canal routing assessments.
· Design flood hydrology and hydraulic models.
· Conceptualize and size stormwater infrastructure.
· Assess flood risks and determine flood lines.
· Develop Water Conservation and Demand Management Plans.
· Prepare Water Services Development Plans.
· Conduct catchment hydrology assessments, including rainfall-runoff modelling.
· Prepare and review scientific reports.
· Manage projects, liaise with clients, and mentor junior personnel.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge water resource projects and contribute to sustainable water management solutions.
Apply now!
Submit your CV to engineering.jobs@mspstaffing.co.za or call XXX-XXXX.
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