Hydraulic Modeler
NAWEC invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced Gambian nationals for the position of Hydraulic Modeler, responsible for developing, maintaining, and operating water supply hydraulic models and supporting operational improvement and capital expenditure proposals.
Position Summary
| Position | Hydraulic Modeler [WSBU] |
| Role Purpose | Responsible for the development, maintenance, and operation of water supply hydraulic models, and contributes to the development of operational improvement initiatives and capital expenditure (CAPEX) proposals. The role supports evidence-based planning, optimisation of water distribution networks, and the efficient delivery of water services throughout NAWEC’s service areas. |
| Reporting To | Reports directly to the Manager, Projects and Planning, in the Water & Sewerage Business Unit |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field such as Engineering or Environmental Science |
| Experience | 3–5+ years of water supply progressive hydraulic modelling and master planning experience |
| Closing Date | 23rd November 2026 |
About the Role
The Hydraulic Modeler builds, calibrates and operates the hydraulic models that underpin evidence-based planning, optimisation of water distribution networks, and the efficient delivery of water services across NAWEC’s service areas.
Role Details
- Project manage model build
- Build, calibrate and maintain hydraulic models for water supply and sewerage systems
- Use models to establish network performance and identify operational issues
- Collaborate with and support the water distribution team and the wider organisation by supplying asset and hydraulic modelling results and data
- Use models to assist with strategic network planning, operation and maintenance strategies, level of service evaluations, risk/criticality prioritisation, and rehabilitation or replacement strategies
- Use models to assist with development controls and demand management
- Prepare and present reports to management as needed
- Provide guidance and training to less experienced members of the team
- Serve as an internal technical resource to other departments regarding network performance
- Stay current with industry trends through educational opportunities, professional organisations, and conferences
- Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field such as Engineering or Environmental Science is required
- 3–5+ years of water supply progressive hydraulic modelling and master planning experience is required
Key Competencies
Strategy Development
Understands the requirements of a developing and changing water and sewerage industry and contributes proactively and objectively to corporate strategy development.
Business Planning
Capacity to contribute to the development of a Vision and Business Plan for the WSBU that reflects corporate strategies.
Professional Knowledge
Maintains constant self-improvement by staying up to date with developments in engineering and hydraulic modelling, and ensures teammates are similarly developed.
Results and Performance
Drives to achieve and surpass targets, supported by Business Plan monitoring.
Policies and Procedures
Understands the importance of sound asset management and project management principles and constantly pursues initiatives for continuous improvement.
Systems
Ability and drive to harness information technology to deliver asset functions better.
Financial Acumen
Capacity to identify cost-effective approaches to set priorities.
Asset Information
Understands the organisational need for timely and accurate management information and delivers it.
Staff Development
Ability to train and develop staff and contribute to the development of long-term staffing needs and capabilities.
Analytical Skills
Ability to visualise, articulate and solve both complex and uncomplicated problems and make informed decisions that add value.
Product Knowledge
Understanding of water systems hydraulics.
Stakeholder Management
Sensitive to the importance of stakeholders, their identification, and the development of appropriate responses.
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter and your updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) in PDF format to recruitment@nawec.gm.
Applications must clearly state the position being applied for in the subject line.
Deadline: 23rd November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.