Hydrogeology Expert

We are seeking a highly skilled Hydrogeology Expert to join our team at WSP Africa. As a key member of our Mine Water Team, you will play a critical role in delivering national and international projects, working closely with critical mining clients.

• Coordinate and manage key projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
• Travel and support mining clients in Africa, providing expertise and guidance as needed.
• Conduct field investigations to collect data on groundwater quantity, quality, and distribution, developing plans and supervising drilling, hydraulic testing, and sampling programs.
• Analyze and interpret groundwater data, preparing reports, impact assessments, and due diligence recommendations for groundwater protection and mitigation of impacts.
• Provide strategic mine water management expertise, including demonstrated competency in mine dewatering, resource exploration and development, regulatory compliance, groundwater monitoring, and development.
• Mentor and train colleagues, building capacity and managing projects effectively.
• Ensure quality assurance of hydrogeology and laboratory results.

• Adhere to WSP Africa's health, safety, environmental, and quality vision and policies, influencing those around you to do the same.
• Contribute to the identification of SHEQ risks and drive processes to achieve Zero Harm.
• Embody and promote WSP Africa's values, ensuring a safe working environment at all times.

• BSc (Honours) in hydrogeology with an undergraduate major in geology and/or chemistry. A Master's degree is preferred.
• At least 10 years of consulting experience in hydrogeology.
• Pr Sci Nat registration.
• 10 years of previous experience in mining and hydrogeology.
• A valid driver's license and minimum 2 years of driving experience.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and reasoning skills.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated history of working in the mining industry.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other professionals and independently.
• Competency in all aspects of mining hydrogeology, groundwater flow, contaminant transport, and geologic processes.
• Slope depressurization and dewatering expertise is advantageous.