Local recruitment: Junior Hydrogeologist (Gauteng)

Digby Wells

Gauteng, South Africa 🇿🇦

Reference Number

DW-113

Description

We are looking for someone who will study the distribution, flow and quality of groundwater and make recommendations and provide specialist advice in this regard.

Requirements

  • Undertake hydro-census surveys and interpret results to support groundwater assessments.
  • Carry out supervision of drilling operations to ensure compliance with technical specifications and safety standards.
  • Supervise aquifer pump tests and slug tests, including data collection, quality assurance, and detailed analysis.
  • Collect and manage water monitoring data, including groundwater levels and water quality samples.
  • Conduct data analysis, maintain hydrogeological databases, and contribute to modelling and interpretation.
  • Participate in local and international fieldwork programmes, often under challenging and remote conditions.
  • Compile technical reports, presentations, and undertake associated administrative duties.
  • Collaborate and integrate with multidisciplinary teams of specialists, maintaining both technical accuracy and effective teamwork.
  • Contribute to business development activities, including preparation of proposals and tender documents.
  • Assist in building and maintaining client relationships through professional engagement and delivery of quality work.
  • Work effectively and diverse field and office conditions.

Additional Requirements

  • Willingness to travel extensively, both locally and internationally.
  • Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Eagerness to learn and develop technical and professional skills under the guidance of senior hydrogeologists.
  • Flexibility to take on varied responsibilities as project needs evolve.

Qualification

  • Honours in Hydrogeology (MSc. preferred) or related field.

Work Experience

  • 1-2 years’ experience, preferably within an environmental consultancy.
  • Experience and knowledge of the mining sector would be helpful.
  • Must have a driver’s license.
  • Environmental, Water, Mining and Social legislation.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Customer Management.
  • Strong Report Writing.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
  • Must be innovative.

POSITION TYPE

ORGANIZATION TYPE

EXPERIENCE-LEVEL

DEGREE REQUIRED

IHE Delft - MSc in Water and Sustainable Development