Hydrologist

About the company

SLR is in the process of growing our footprint around the globe, and as such we are continuously looking for talented people to join our team and who would add value to Our Business.

We are recognised as one of the global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions, helping our clients to achieve their sustainability goals. SLR has over 100 offices in 13 different countries across the world and we actively encourage collaboration and learning between the many disciplines and services we offer globally.

At SLR you can expect a flexible and supportive 'One Team’ culture that sits at the heart of our business and ensures that we offer a rewarding place to work. You will have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and specialists on interesting projects and being part of a team that makes a difference.

Job Purpose

To supplement the skillset and offering of the existing SLR Africa Water and Wastewater Engineering team based in Fourways. This role will include supporting surface water modelling and engineering projects, specifically those related to flood modelling, water balance modelling, dam break and water quality modelling and more general hydrology and hydraulic modelling.

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Hydrology (or equivalent) (MSc degree will be added advantage).

• More than 3 years of relevant experience in hydrological studies in the consulting sector.

• Proficient in Word, Excel, QGIS, HEC-RAS, HydroCAD.

• Ability to work and produce deliverables with limited support.

• Experience in flood risk studies and flood extent modelling.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Must be willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct water quantity/quality sampling and monitoring as part of baseline assessment.

• Conduct field work including site reconnaissance/audit and survey work, locally and internationally.

• Conduct flood line modelling and hydrological assessments through the use of HEC-RAS and other hydrology software.

• Undertake flood extent and dam breach studies.

• Undertake surface water impact assessment studies.

• Draft technical reports.

• Develop and maintain client relationships.

• Carry out business development and marketing activities.

• Project managing and administrating projects.

Other Beneficial Skills/ Attributes

• Sound writing and communication skills

• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work

• Professional registration with a governing body (i.e., ECSA), or working towards it

• Ability to deliver projects within budget and schedule.

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Strong mentoring skills

• Strong organizational and planning skills

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Project management skills

SLR’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. We actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. SLR is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.