Duties for the Civil/ Waste Water Engineer Job
Develop plans for new water resources or water efficiency programs.
Design water distribution systems for potable or non-potable water.
Design sludge treatment plants.
Provide technical support on water resource or treatment issues to government agencies.
Conduct water quality studies to identify and characterize water pollutant sources.
Identify design alternatives for the development of new water resources.
Gather and analyze water use data to forecast water demand.
Write technical reports or publications related to water resources development or water use efficiency.
Analyze and recommend sludge treatment or disposal methods.
Design water run-off collection networks, water supply channels, or water supply system networks.
Design water or wastewater lift stations, including water wells.
Review and critique proposals, plans, or designs related to water or wastewater treatment systems.
Provide technical direction or supervision to junior engineers, engineering or computer-aided design (CAD) technicians, or other technical personnel.
Design or select equipment for use in wastewater processing to ensure compliance with government standards.
Perform hydrological analyses, using three-dimensional simulation software, to model the movement of water or forecast the dispersion of chemical pollutants in the water supply.
Perform hydraulic analyses of water supply systems or water distribution networks to model flow characteristics, test for pressure losses, or to identify opportunities to mitigate risks and improve operational efficiency.
Oversee the construction of decentralized or on-site wastewater treatment systems, including reclaimed water facilities.
Conduct feasibility studies for the construction of facilities, such as water supply systems, run-off collection networks, water and wastewater treatment plants, or wastewater collection systems.
Conduct environmental impact studies related to water and wastewater collection, treatment, or distribution.
Conduct cost-benefit analyses for the construction of water supply systems, run-off collection networks, water and wastewater treatment plants, or wastewater collection systems.
Any other duties as may be assigned by the Project Manager.
Civil/ Waste Water Engineer Job Qualifications
First University degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or Water Engineering or other related discipline;
A post graduate qualification in waste water management;
A Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline would be preferred;
Relevant professional experience of Five (5) years, two of which should have been at managerial level preferably;
Prior experience or familiarity with assignment would be a distinct advantage;
Good spoken and written English and relevant computer skills.
Full respect for client/organization confidentiality.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and respect for people with special needs and other vulnerability.
Ability to work in a multicultural context as a flexible and respectful team player.
Experience in managing a team;
Excellent analysis and reporting, communication and organization skills;
Respect for applicable rules and procedures;
Ethical and transparent decision-making;
Ability to work with minimal supervision and under pressure;
