Technical Director, Water Treatment, Midrand

This is more than just a leadership role— it is a

strategic mandate .

You will play a key role in advancing the importance of

Mine Water within WSP’s broader Africa Water agenda , helping to shape sustainable water solutions in one of the most technically demanding and environmentally significant sectors.

This role sits at the intersection of:

Sustainability

Complex engineering challenges

Business growth and influence

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Shape and influence the water strategy at a regional and enterprise level

Creating and responding to business opportunities that includes the identification of key clients and building and maintain relationships with these clients

Build a platform to leverage public‑sector experience in a commercially impactful environment

Meaningfully engagement with government, regulators, and key public‑sector stakeholders

Build the revenue funnel and support growth within the Mine Water team

Drive innovation in treatment processes, sustainability, energy efficiency, and resource recovery

Stay current with emerging technologies, regulatory changes, and industry trends

Provide thought leadership, advisory influence, and collaboration across disciplines

Provide engineering guidance on water and wastewater treatment technologies (e.g., biological treatment, membrane systems, advanced oxidation, sludge and brine handling) integrating multidisciplinary teams to deliver turnkey solutions to clients

Delivery of water engineering scope on multidisciplinary projects, ensuring quality, cost, and schedule targets are met

Ensure all work complies with applicable local and international standards, regulations, and WSP quality management systems

Work across all business units to deliver water services to all sectors in South Africa, Africa and globally

Mentor and coach mid-level and senior team members in relation to all elements of their development including professional registration

Build and maintain an appropriate network with industry, academia, government and consultants (service providers) to provide business intelligence to the group

Contribute to the annual business strategy for the Water Group

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you

Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm

Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

B. Eng Chemical engineering

Masters in Water Utilization will be an advantage

Professional Registered Engineer at Engineering Council of South Africa

>20 year's work experience in water engineering

>10 years consulting experience

KEY COMPETENCIES

Advanced ability to engage, influence, and build trusted relationships with clients, regulators, government bodies, and industry stakeholders

Skilled in managing high-value client accounts and developing long-term partnerships

Strong external networking capability across industry and the public sector

Deep knowledge of water and wastewater treatment technologies

Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance across multidisciplinary teams

GENERIC SKILLS

Demonstrated ability to handle a demanding and fast-paced consulting environment

A well-developed understanding of the competencies of the participating disciplines within WSP’s water and environmental group and associated operational networks

Project build-up and role-out

Well-developed communication and networking skills

Leadership in the engineering discipline contributing to the delivery of high-quality integrated products

Client focus is on expanding opportunities with key clients and developing significant new business opportunities, working closely with strategic advisors in business strategy and direction

Implements new technical service offerings, develops multi-disciplinary solutions for large and complex projects

Strong technical report writing skills, producing professional reports in fluent English

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