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Dam Engineer

Tumaini Consulting


Job Location:

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Our client is looking for a motivated and experienced Dam Engineer to support the delivery of critical water infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging assignments involving dam safety rehabilitation design optimisation and construction support while collaborating with experienced multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements:

  • BSc / BEng / MEng / MSc in Engineering
  • PrEng registration with ECSA is essential.
  • Category III APP registration with the Dam Safety Office is required.
  • 10 years of experience within dam engineering and water infrastructure projects.
  • Strong understanding of dam design rehabilitation and safety assessment methodologies.
  • Strong report-writing and technical communication skills.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of work.
  • Demonstrated leadership initiative and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver engineering solutions for dam and hydraulic structure projects.
  • Perform inspections condition assessments and safety evaluations of existing dams.
  • Prepare technical documentation including safety reports risk assessments and engineering studies.
  • Conduct seepage stability deformation and geotechnical analyses.
  • Assist with hydrological assessments flood routing studies and related investigations.
  • Manage geotechnical investigation programmes and review field and laboratory data.
  • Provide technical support during construction and rehabilitation projects.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and dam safety requirements.
  • Engage with clients contractors consultants and regulatory authorities.
  • Mentor junior staff and contribute to ongoing professional development initiatives.

Should you meet the minimum requirements for this position please email your updated CV attached to alternatively contact the team on or visit our website

Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days please consider your application unsuccessful.


Required Experience:

IC