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Water Distribution Senior Engineer

Senior Professional Full-time Rwanda Deadline: 2026-03-18 00:00:00
Ref: JOB-20260304-W73TCX Apply Now

Job Description

The Water Distribution Senior Engineer is responsible for overseeing the design, operation, and maintenance of water distribution systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient water service delivery. This role involves monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and optimizing water distribution infrastructure. The Senior Engineer also leads efforts to address water distribution challenges, reduce water loss, and improve service delivery in line with national and regulatory goals.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
Water Distribution System Management:
  • · Monitor the planning, design, and operation of water distribution systems, including pipelines, reservoirs, and pumping stations, ensuring effective water supply to meet demand.
  • · Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of water distribution infrastructure, ensuring that systems function efficiently and meet service delivery standards.
  • · Ensure that water distribution systems are operated in compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards, as set by regulatory authorities.
  • · Monitor the integrity of water distribution infrastructure and identify issues such as leaks, equipment failures, or operational inefficiencies.
Supervision and Team Leadership:
  • · Lead and mentor young engineering teams, providing technical support and ensuring adherence to best practices in water distribution management.
  • · Coordinate and monitor water service providers’ installation, repair, and maintenance of water distribution systems, ensuring that activities are carried out effectively and safely.
  • · Conduct performance evaluations for team members and support their professional development through training and skill-building initiatives
Infrastructure Planning and Development:
  • · Monitor the planning and development of new water distribution infrastructure, including pipeline extensions, pressure management systems, and reservoir upgrades.
  • · Collaborate with the Division Manager and external stakeholders on infrastructure development projects, ensuring that they meet technical specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • · Evaluate the capacity of existing water distribution systems and make recommendations for upgrades or expansions to meet future water demand.
  • · Participate in various sector planning and monitor feasibility studies and design reviews for new water infrastructure projects, providing technical input and recommendations for system improvements.
  • · Assess water projects that require approval for implementation by service providers including designs and Bill of quantities,
  • · Monitor the inclusion of climate resilience and water safety plan in all water distribution projects to mitigate effects of climate impacts and follow up of their implementation,
Water Loss Management:
  • · Ensure the collection and analysis of data on water loss and ensure that Water utilities report on their performance and identify areas for improvement 
  • · Monitor Utility efforts to reduce water loss through proactive leak detection, pressure management, and system optimization.
  • ·  Monitor metering, water distribution and maintenance of infrastructure.
  • · Monitor water loss data and identify areas of improvement, coordinating with field teams to address leaks, illegal connections, or inefficiencies in the distribution network.
  • · Propose Regulations, guidelines and standards for water utilities to adopt losses reduction protocols; 
  • · Enforce compliance with rules, regulations and propose any enforcement actions for failures,
  • · Initiate awareness campaigns and efforts for water loss reduction and water conservation practices
Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance:
  • · Ensure compliance with water quality and service delivery standards.
  • · Oversee the collection and testing of water samples to ensure that water quality meets safety and health standards throughout the distribution system.
  • · Prepare and submit reports to regulatory authorities detailing water distribution performance, compliance issues, and improvement plans.
  • ·  Initiate relevant regulatory tools (regulations and guidelines) for the sound regulation of the water distribution,
  • · Develop and enforce technical guidelines for the installation, operation, and maintenance of water distribution infrastructure, ensuring consistency with industry best practices.
  • · Co-develop and propose Key Performance Indicators for water regulation 
  • · Monitor and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the performance of water utilities
  • · Participate in the development of drinking water quality standards;
  • · Assess applications for licenses in water supply 
Stakeholder Engagement:
  • · Co-organize stakeholders’ engagements including meetings, consultations, workshops, etc,
  • · Collaborate with water utilities, contractors, and government agencies to ensure the successful execution of water distribution projects and initiatives.
  • · Engage with community representatives and consumers to address concerns related to water distribution services, including interruptions, service quality, and water access.
  • · Participate in public consultations, workshops, and forums on water distribution activities and gather input from stakeholders.
  • · Prepare stakeholders’ consultation meeting reports
Data Analysis and Reporting:
  • · Monitor and analyze data from water distribution systems, such as flow rates, pressure levels, and service continuity, to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • · Collect data and prepare detailed reports on the performance of water distribution systems, including water loss, customers, billing, collection, water quality, system reliability, and maintenance activities, for internal and external stakeholders.
  • · Monitor the performance of water service providers and prepare the sector performance report,
  • · Use Geographic Information System (GIS) tools and hydraulic models to analyze the efficiency and capacity of water distribution networks.
Emergency Response and Maintenance:
  • · Develop and implement emergency response plans for water distribution system failures, ensuring quick restoration of services in the event of breakdowns or natural disasters.
  • · Coordinate and oversee maintenance activities, including scheduled maintenance, emergency repairs, and infrastructure replacements, to minimize service disruptions.
  • Ensure that all maintenance activities are carried out in a manner that prioritizes safety and minimizes environmental impact.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
  • Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Water supply Management, Environmental Engineering Or
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Water and Environmental Engineering with minimum of 3 years of experience in water distribution engineering.
Skills and Competencies:
  • · Strong knowledge of water distribution systems, hydraulic modeling, and water treatment processes and distribution.
  • · Proficiency in GIS tools, hydraulic simulation software, and data analysis for water distribution network design and management.
  • · Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to oversee large-scale engineering projects and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
  • · Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical challenges and provide practical solutions.
  • · Familiarity with water laws, regulations, and industry standards, as well as experience working with regulatory bodies and government agencies.
  • · Excellent communication and reporting skills to effectively engage with stakeholders and present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage emergency situations, ensuring quick and effective resolution of water distribution issues.

Job Summary

Department Water and Sanitation Department
Vacancies 1
Posted Mar 05, 2026

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