Surface Water Supervisor - CA Global Group

Western Africa 20 days ago Full-Time Salary - Market Related

Surface Water Supervisor

CA Global Group
Western Africa
Date Created : 20 days ago
Job Type : Full-Time
Salary : Market Related

Job Description:

Our client, an international mining house with operations in West Africa is seeking a highly experienced Hydrologist in Surface Water Management. This incumbent will report directly to the Project Engineering Manager and will be responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining surface water drainage systems across an entire mine site, ensuring operational efficiency and safety, particularly during the rainy season.

 

Responsibilities:

    • Design and implement drainage systems to manage runoff and prevent flooding or erosion.
    • Develop and maintain water control systems, including culverts, ditches, and retention basins, to safeguard mine infrastructure.
    • Manage surface and groundwater for legal compliance in mining and environmental contexts, focusing on reuse and practical improvements in water resource utilization.
    • Oversee the Water Balance of the mine site, generating monthly reports on the utilization of tailings and water in geotechnical assets (Dam, Pit, and Pile).
    • Monitor and assess drainage effectiveness, making necessary adjustments to optimize performance.
    • Conduct stability assessments and geotechnical design for pits and waste dumps.
    • Manage tailings and mine waste, including geotechnical and geological characterization, liquefaction analysis, and installation of geotechnical instruments.
    • Collaborate with environmental and safety teams to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices
    • Assess seasonal impact, particularly from heavy rainfall, on unsealed roads and drainage systems.
    • Developed strategies for erosion control and water diversion to mitigate adverse effects on mining operations.

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

    • Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
    •  A minimum of [8] years of experience in surface water management, preferably in a mining or similar industrial environment.
    • Strong knowledge of geotechnical principles, hydrology, and drainage systems.
    • Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, Geostudio).
    • Experience in mine/site flooding prevention and managing infrastructure in a mining setting.
    • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or equivalent certification.

 

Benefits:

    • Expatriate Benefits
    • 9/3 or 6/2 roster
    • Competitive USD Package

 

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Lucia Baeza at lbaeza@camining.com

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Lucia Baeza

Executive Talent Consultant

CA Mining

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