Senior Flood Engineer / Senior Hydraulic Modeller

 This job posting isn't available in all website languages Senior Flood Engineer / Senior Hydraulic Modeller Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, architects, consultants and technical specialists, working across every aspect of today's-built environment. Together we help our clients solve their most complex challenges - turning exciting ideas into tangible reality as we strive to find a better way and shape a better world. As one of the world's leading building design consultancies, we offer clients the innovation and technical know-how to continually deliver their projects on schedule and on budget, without compromise. Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it! About this Career Opportunity: Our South Africa team is currently looking for a Senior Flood Engineer / Hydraulic Modeller to join a vibrant, regional, dynamic and engaging team working on innovative and exciting projects. We are aware that flooding impacts millions of people across the African continent and are building a team of vibrant, innovative experts to answer to this ever increasing need to protect people and the environment. As a global design and consulting firm, we strive for valuable, holistic solutions that are sustainable and that make people's lives better. You will work on a variety of projects across South Africa, Africa and the United Kingdom where you will apply your flood modelling and design expertise. The South Africa and Africa focus of the role will be to promote in the delivery of flood resilience and adaptation projects across Africa in alignment with the Africa Water Strategy and South Africa Water Strategy. This includes knowledge transfer to colleagues across the continent. The UK work will include assisting with the appraisal and delivery of a major programme of capital schemes to reduce flood risk as part of the Environment Agency's combined Delivery Framework which we have a solid pipeline of work. You will play a part in the ever-increasing digital transformation of our business, seeking new ways to increase our efficiency through automation and to offer new services to our clients through our integrated digital approach to design. The extensive use of hydrological and hydraulic modelling software as well as the design of these interventions in Africa is a pre-requisite. We believe that the use of Nature-based Solutions, Natural Flood Management and the like are crucial for flood resilience in Africa, therefore an appreciation and realization of these is expected. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. Is this role right for you? You will be reporting directly to the team management, alongside existing colleagues, this role will involve guiding on a range of technical tasks. As well as providing technical guidance, mentoring and supervision of more junior staff members, and delivering a dynamic engagement in skills capacity building in technical appraisal across the firm. In addition, you will develop reports, and provide a design/review of engineering solutions and implementation. Furthermore, you will guide and be accountable for the development and design of hydraulic models and management solutions. Our candidate will manage project teams to ensure the production of deliverables such as quality, timeliness, and budget. In addition, you will coordinate staff resources between projects and reliable senior management in business and technical development. This is a vibrant and dynamic role, which would suit a person, passionate about both the environment and the use of digital tools and models. Please review the technical knowledge areas below for more detail: Deep technical knowledge in hydraulic modelling, in particular applied for fluvial flood risk management. A strong hydrology background and realization.  Knowledge in the use of HEC - RAS (1D, 1D/2D and 2D) or similar software. Extensive knowledge in the flooding sector within Africa. A relevant undergraduate degree , with a master 's or equivalent experience . Professional registration with either ECSA or SACNASP , or other appropriate institution or willing to pursue professional registration. Knowledge in the use of GIS , pluvial flood risk management will be advantageous. Knowledge in Flood Modeller Pro, Tuflow, and other industry standard software will be advantageous but not compulsory. Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email karin.spies@arup.comIf this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community https://arupwhg.avature.net/talent where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world. What we offer you At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of ourmembers to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of ourmembers can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learningopportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate onambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you'll have access to flexible benefitsto help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs. Different people, shared values Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity orexpression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment thatembraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.   Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks supportour inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more aboutlife at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.   We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Karin Spies karin.spies@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your applicationor interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you. Our Application Process Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process. 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