WSP in Africa

Senior Hydrogeology Engineer

WSP in Africa  •  Riyadh, SA (Onsite)  •  21 hours ago
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Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?​

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Hydrogeology Engineer (6 to 10+ years of experience) to lead groundwater projects, manage multidisciplinary teams, and deliver high-quality hydrogeological assessments and groundwater control solutions.

Project & Team Management

  • Manage project delivery, ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.
  • Lead coordination meetings with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical oversight and quality assurance.
  • Contribute to proposals and business development initiatives.

Technical Leadership

  • Lead hydrogeological groundwater assessments, including evaluation of groundwater rise and long-term impacts on infrastructure.
  • Interpret and review packer tests, falling/rising head tests, and pumping test data to assess aquifer parameters, safe yield, and well performance.
  • Develop, calibrate, and review 3D groundwater flow and solute transport models (MODFLOW, MT3DMS, GMS, FEFLOW, or equivalent).
  • Perform water balance and mass balance assessments to support sustainable groundwater management.
  • Apply GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS) and Python/FloPy to enhance data analysis, visualization, and modelling workflows.

Dewatering & Groundwater Control

  • Lead the design and review of construction dewatering systems and long-term groundwater control solutions.
  • Prepare and oversee design calculations, drawings, BOQs, specifications, and tender documentation.
  • Develop and review hydrogeological reports, dewatering plans, and groundwater impact assessments.

Mining-Specific Expertise

  • Experience in mining hydrogeology, including open-pit and underground operations, is highly desirable.
  • Conduct hydrogeological assessments for mineral extraction projects, including ore body dewatering, and groundwater flow modelling and feasibility studies, risk assessment studies, TSF subsurface water management design.
  • Advise on long-term mine water management, recharge and discharge strategies, and integration with local water resources.
  • Support closure and post-mining groundwater management planning.
  • Strong leadership, project management, and client-facing experience.
  • Proven ability to manage teams and deliver complex groundwater projects successfully.
  • 6 to 10 years of experience in hydrogeological engineering, groundwater modelling, and dewatering design.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Hydrogeology, Civil Engineering (Water Resources), or related field.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. ​

With us, you can. Apply today.

WSP in Africa

About WSP in Africa

We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.

From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, we operate in over 50 countries and employ approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers.​

Operating from South Africa, and with a team of over 650+ we deliver innovative projects across sectors: Transport & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Water, Power & Energy and Mining & Metals.​

Visit us at https://www.wsp.com/en-ZA/

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
1885
Website
wsp.com
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