Water Resources Engineer - Sustainable Management

About the Role Our client, What Jobs Direct, is seeking an experienced Water Resources Engineer to join their fully remote team, serving clients across Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, and beyond. This role is pivotal in developing and implementing sustainable water management strategies, addressing challenges related to water supply, wastewater treatment, flood control, and water conservation. You will leverage your expertise to design innovative solutions that ensure reliable and efficient water resources for communities and industries.

As a remote-first organization, we emphasize collaboration, autonomy, and the use of advanced digital tools to connect our team members. The ideal candidate is passionate about environmental stewardship and possesses a strong technical background in hydrology, hydraulics, and water systems design. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on water security and sustainability initiatives from a flexible home-based setting.

Your contributions will be crucial in addressing critical water challenges faced by regions like the Eastern Cape .

• Conduct hydrological and hydraulic analyses for water systems, including rivers, dams, and pipelines.
• Design water supply networks, wastewater treatment facilities, and stormwater management systems.
• Develop flood modeling and mitigation strategies.
• Assess water quality parameters and recommend treatment processes.
• Perform environmental impact assessments related to water resources projects.
• Collaborate with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to ensure project compliance and success.
• Utilize specialized software for water resource modeling and design (e.g., HEC-RAS, EPANET, SWMM).
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, design documents, and proposals.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams.
• Stay current with advancements in water resource management technologies and best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Water Resources Engineering or Environmental Engineering. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration or eligibility with ECSA.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in water resources management and engineering.
• Proficiency in hydrological and hydraulic modeling software.
• Strong understanding of water quality principles, treatment technologies, and distribution systems.
• Experience with GIS applications for water resource analysis.
• Knowledge of South African water legislation and environmental regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Demonstrated experience in successful remote collaboration with diverse teams.

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Professional development opportunities, including conferences and training.
• A fully remote work environment with advanced collaboration tools.
• The opportunity to work on impactful water sustainability projects for clients in the Eastern Cape and nationally.
• Supportive team culture focused on shared success.