Water Services Manager

Bryanston, South Africa Posted on 01/03/2025

• Salary Market Related
• City Bryanston
• Province Gauteng
• Country South Africa
• Postal Code 2191

We are looking for a passionate individual to manage and develop the water services capabilities so we can deliver world-class services to our clients globally. Our people are at the heart of our business. We are looking for someone who loves to develop, manage and get the best from their team.

• Effectively manage and review projects using the organisation's methodology and principles ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and against our quality standards.
• Act as a key accounts manager for designated clients through regular meetings, networking, and fulfilling a project sponsor role.
• Provide project reporting and analytics to relevant stakeholders on the division's progress.
• Effective financial management of the division's operations, this includes budgeting, forecasting, analysis etc.
• Effective people management this includes, development, recruitment, coaching and mentoring, succession planning and performance management.
• Ensure implementation, effectiveness and relevance of quality management system for the division.
• Grow our market share through upselling and cross-selling the organisation's services to new and existing clients.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Management of workload schedules for the division thereby ensuring effective workforce planning can be undertaken.
• Research new technological and legal developments and trends and communicate this to relevant stakeholders.
• Manage the development, growth and technical output of the groundwater, modelling, geophysics, geochemistry, and surface water units.
• Provide specialist studies that integrate into the EIA process as well as standalone specialist products.

• Strong leadership capability, with the ability to mentor, coach and develop employees.
• Sound knowledge of applicable country legislation and international standards relating to environmental management, mining and water.
• Understanding of financial management principles, including budgeting, cost control and commercial awareness.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to deliver projects within agreed scope, budget and timelines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including approachability, patience and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong report writing skills, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• Client centric approach, with the ability to identify opportunities and promote relevant services.
• Ability to influence, negotiate and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Innovative and solution oriented mindset.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

• A Post Graduate degree in Hydrogeology/ Water Science/ Hydrology or similar. MDP or similar qualification (beneficial).
• Registered with a professional body such as SACNASP.

• 10 years or more in the relevant field, preferably within consulting would be beneficial.
• At least 10 years conducting specialist investigations.
• At least five years exposure to the mining industry.
• Five or more years' management experience, as well as experience leading teams of 5+ staff. Experience managing managers would be beneficial.