Water Resources Engineer (Mining)
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Water Resources Engineer to lead our mining projects and contribute to the development of innovative solutions for water management.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hydrology, hydraulic engineering, and environmental management, with experience in conceptual model development, hydraulics, engineering design, mine water management, stormwater management, flood-lines, hydrology, water conservation and demand management, water balances and mine water management.
* Provide senior technical direction, review, and sign-off of work within your area of professional practice.
* Deliver consulting services to internal and external clients in areas of conceptual model development, hydraulics, engineering design, mine water management, stormwater management, flood-lines, hydrology, water conservation and demand management, water balances and mine water management.
The role includes:
* Directing and reviewing water resource aspects of a range of international mining and water resources projects, including environmental assessments, environmental permitting, and engineering design projects.
* Developing integrated water management plans and completing conceptual design of water management infrastructure.
* Climatic, hydrological, and hydraulic assessments, including fieldwork, data management, data analysis, and modeling;
Key Responsibilities
* Water balance modeling to assess water management solutions and estimate water demand, treatment, storage, and discharge volumes.
* Pre-feasibility, feasibility and detailed designs of water management infrastructure (e.g., open channels, sewers, culverts, spillways, energy dissipators, holding and settling ponds, pumping systems) including capital and operating cost estimates;
* Dam break analyses of water and tailings dams, including developing inundation maps, delineating self-rescue zones and classifying dams in terms of risk to population, property and the environment;
* Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) and Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) design for land development projects;
Requirements
* A bachelor degree in engineering, hydrology or a related field/postgraduate qualification in engineering or environmental management;
* Registered Chartered/Professional Engineer or member of a related professional body;
* Proactive approach in technical service delivery;
* Experience in developing client relationships and contributing to business and market share growth;
Benefits
This role offers a stimulating work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a competitive compensation package. Our company values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences.