GWD Professional Database

All Professionals listed within this database are recognised SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) registered professional members of the Ground Water Division. Members listed their specialities within the scope of a number of expert categories. Please feel free to search and contact these listed Specialists to obtain more information about your specific query.

Title	Member	Job Title	Field of Practice	Base Province Sort descending	City	Specialisations
Mr	Angus Errol Rowland	Senior Hydrogeologist	Earth Science	Gauteng	Vorna Valley	Numerical Groundwater Flow and Transport Modelling, Groundwater Quality Monitoring and Assessment, Surface- and Groundwater Interaction/modelling, Groundwater exploration and development, Drilling & Pumping
No description provided LinkedIn
Me	Nelda Smith (nee Breedt)	Environmental Scientist	Earth Science	Gauteng	Pretoria	Environmental Science
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Mrs	Diana Duthe	Lead Hydrogeologist	Geological Science	Gauteng		Hydrogeological Characteristics, Groundwater chemistry, Groundwater microbiology, Isotope hydrology, Groundwater pollution
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Dr	Van der Ahee Coetsee		Geological Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg
No description provided
Mr	Johan Du Toit		Earth Science	Gauteng	Delmas
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Mr	Rainer Krantz		Earth Science	Gauteng
No description provided
Mr	Ferdinand Mostert	Hydrogeologist	Water Resources Science	Gauteng	Pretoria	Hydrogeological Characteristics, Groundwater geophysics, Borehole and aquifer testing, Groundwater modelling, Groundwater governance
No description provided LinkedIn
Ms	Esmeralda Dubber	Hydrogeologist	Water Resources Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Groundwater resource assessment, Groundwater geophysics, Borehole and aquifer testing, Groundwater mapping, Groundwater resource development
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Mr	Pieter Badenhorst	Hydrologist	Earth Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Hydrology
Hydrogeologist & Business Unit Manager @ Geo Pollution Technologies (Pty)Ltd Refer GWD Conference paper on Petroleum Hydrocarbon Contamination In Soil And Groundwater: Case Study On The Coastal Tank Farm, Southern Africa https://gwd.org.za/abstract/petroleum-hydrocarbon-contamination-soil-and-groundwater-case-study-coastal-tank-farm LinkedIn
Dr	Robel Gebrekristos	Hydrogeologist	Water Resources Science	Gauteng	Sandton	Hydrogeology
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Mr	Christo Gouws		Earth Science	Gauteng
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Mrs	Irene Lea		Geological Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Groundwater flow and contaminant transport modelling, Integrated water management strategies, Environmental Impact Assessment, Mine Closure, Environmental Management Systems
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Mr	Sakhile Sibusiso Edwin Mndaweni	Scientific Manager	Earth Science	Gauteng	Pretoria	Scientific Manager
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Mrs	Erin Haricombe	Hydrogeologist	Earth Science	Gauteng		Hydrogeology, Land/water contamination, Groundwater recharge, Modelling and groundwater sustainability
I am a experienced Geohydrologist with 8 years experience in the land/water contamination and remediation department with keen interests in groundwater recharge, modelling and groundwater sustainability. LinkedIn
Mr	Setjhaba Mofokeng	Production Scientist	Earth Science	Gauteng		Geohydrological characteristics, Groundwater recharge, Groundwater resource assessment, Borehole and aquifer testing, Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)
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Dr	Craig Smith	Geohydrologist	Geological Science	Gauteng		Geohydrology
No description provided http://www.gssa.org.za
Mr	Marius Terblanche		Earth Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Hydrogeological investigations, Groundwater exploration, Pollution studies and groundwater management, Water Use License Applications , Environmental Management Programmes
Marius has obtained his BTech degree in geology in 2010 and his BSc Hons in hydrogeology in 2015. He has over 9 years of experience in hydrogeological investigations in diverse locations. In addition to this, Mr Terblanche also has experience in exploration geology. His field of experience includes groundwater exploration, pollution studies and groundwater management, EIA’s, Water Use License Applications (WULA’s), Environmental Management Programmes (EMP’s) and numerical modelling. He has done work in Mozambique, Nigeria, Namibia, Lesotho and Swaziland. LinkedIn
Mr	Nishen Govender		Geological Science	Gauteng
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Mr	Matthew Damhuis	Hydrogeologist	Earth Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Groundwater flow models , Hydrogeology
I have been a consulting hydrogeologist for 10 years, with my primary experience being in the mining environment throughout Africa. I have work experience within the South African environment, as well as in countries such as DRC, Mali, Madagascar, Zambia, Tanzania and Botswana. I have been working as a numerical modeller for the past 8 years, focussing on the development and execution of contaminant transport and groundwater flow models using MODFLOW, as well as FeFlow in some instances. My key strengths are my leadership and technical skills, as well as my passion for hydrogeology. LinkedIn
Mr	Oliver Barker	Director	Geological Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	target generation for mineral resources , stability investigations, planning and management of exploration, published maps of the Coal, Gold and Platinum mines
Banzi has provided clients with comprehensive services which embrace a wide range of expertise and experience in the fields of exploration and engineering geology and environmental earth sciences. Project capabilities and experience are extensive. LinkedIn http://banzi.co.za/
Mr	Raymond Minnaar	Hydrogeologist	Earth Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Mine water issues, Mine dewatering, Water supply, Groundwater impact assessment, Groundwater monitoring
Hydrogeologist with 7 years' experience and a demonstrated history of working in the mining hydrogeology industry within South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Mozambique, Lesotho, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) managing mine water issues, including mine dewatering, water supply, groundwater impact assessment, groundwater monitoring, and mitigation. Skilled in finite element and finite difference groundwater modelling (FEFLOW & MODFLOW), conceptual site modelling and data interpretation, database management, project management, client liaising, sub-contractor management, proposal and scientific report writing. Registered Professional Natural Scientist with SACNASP and Professional Member of the Water Institute of Southern Africa (WISA) and Groundwater Division of GSSA (GWD). Member of the International Association of Hydrogeologists (IAH). A strong research professional with completed BSc, BSc Honours and MSc degrees in Engineering and Environmental Geology (specialization Hydrogeology) at the University of Pretoria. LinkedIn
Ms	Keolebogile Halenyane	Hydrogeologist	Geological Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Groundwater resource assessment, Borehole and aquifer testing, Groundwater chemistry, Groundwater pollution, Groundwater data and information management
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Mr	Cedric Meier	Hydrogeologist	Water Resources Science	Gauteng	Cape Town
I am a hydrogeologist with seven years of post-graduate experience in hydrogeological and hydrological investigations. My technical know-how includes: water quality and flow monitoring, hydraulic testing in different kind of environments, as well as installation of monitoring boreholes; dye tracer testing; investigation of soil compaction including new techniques like mercury porosimeter to determine pore volume distribution; I am also involved into technical surveys and decontamination investigations. LinkedIn
Mr	Shuaib Dustay	Hydrogeologist	Water Resources Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	identification, location, assessment and development of groundwater resources for agricultural, industrial and mining industries, groundwater monitoring scheme design
Shuaib Dustay has been a hydrogeologist for more than 8 years and has worked in academia as well as the private sector (groundwater consulting). The majority of Shuaib’s project work has been for the mining industry. Shuaib’s consulting work includes project management, sub-contractor supervision and coordination (drilling, testing and surveying), site work (hydrocensus, borehole sighting, client liaison, public participation, site conceptualisation, monitoring), data analysis (aquifer test, geophysical surveys and water quality), numerical groundwater modelling (mine dewatering, plume tracking, impact assessments and water balances), client liaison (meetings, sites audits, conflict resolution), project management and report writing. Shuaib has also managed projects which include both environmental and groundwater impact assessments where both water quality, quantity as well as ecosystem safety was of concern. LinkedIn
Ms	Kamogelo Ledimo			Gauteng
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Prof	Matthys Dippenaar	Vadose Zone Hydrology, Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology	Earth Science	Gauteng	Hatfield	Groundwater / surface water interaction, Groundwater in urban environment, Research & Development, Management at Local Level
What happens when dry ground gets wet, or when wet ground gets dry? Climate change, infrastructure development, drainage and dewatering and other project life cycle implications are mostly focused around drying wet ground, or wetting dry ground. In soil. In fractured rock. In karst. These are my topics of interest. I currently work at the Department of Geology, University of Pretoria, doing research in the cross-disciplinary fields between Hydrogeology, Engineering Geology and Vadose Zone Hydrology. LinkedIn
Mrs	Despina Tshipala	Consulting Geologist	Geological Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Groundwater geophysics, Isotope hydrology, Groundwater modelling, Drilling and borehole construction, Groundwater in urban environment
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Mr	Kwazikwakhe Majola	Hydrogeologist	Earth Science	Gauteng	Pretoria	Groundwater Characteristics, Groundwater governance, Groundwater management measures, Inter-Diciplinary / Arising
Responsible for groundwater resource protection with respect to the reserve and related activities in the Water Ecosystems Management division of the Department. Involved in the assessment of impacts of land-based activities on water resources. Involved in the compilation of the state of water report in the country. I am the National Coordinator (RSA) for the UNESCO-IHP Project on the Stampriet Transboundary Aquifer between Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa under the framework "Groundwater Resources Governance in Transboundary Aquifers". Also the Ramotswa Information Management Systems (RIMS) Manager in collaboration with IGRAC in the Ramotswa Transboundary Aquifer Project managed by IWMI. LinkedIn
Prof	Kai Witthueser	Hydrogeologist	Geological Science	Gauteng	Pretoria	Environmental impact assessments, Hydrogeological and geochemical modelling
Kai has more than 15 years of experience years experience in hydrogeology, specialising in environmental impact assessments, hydrogeological and geochemical modelling. Kai lectured at the University of Bonn (Germany, 3 years) and Pretoria (South Africa, 5 years), before becoming a director and groundwater specialist of Water Geosciences Consulting in 2006. The company merged in 2010 with Metago SLR. He is Associated Professor at the Institute for Groundwater Studies, University of the Free State since 2009. Countries of work experience include Austria, Benin, Democratic Republic of Congo, Denmark, Germany, India, Israel, Morocco, Namibia, Slovenia, South Africa and Tanzania. LinkedIn
Mr	Yazeed Van Wyk	Research Manager	Earth Science	Gauteng	Pretoria	Numerical Groundwater Flow and Transport Modelling, Pumping (and falling/rising head) Tests
Experienced Research Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the Research industry. Skilled in Isotope Hydrology, Mine Water Characterisation, Water Resource Management, Groundwater Contamination, Capacity building and skills development. Strong research professional with a core focus on Groundwater. LinkedIn
Mrs	Megan Taylor	Hydrogeologist	Earth Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Hydrogeological Characteristics, Geohydrological characteristics, Groundwater geophysics, Borehole and aquifer testing, Groundwater in a mining environment
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Ms	Lindiwe Nkabane	Junior Scientist: Hydrogeology	Geological Science (Candidate Natural Scientist) Water Resources Science (Professional Natural Scientist)	Gauteng	Pretoria	Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), Catchment management, Inter-Diciplinary / Arising, Research & Development
No map coordinates provided I am a qualified professional with a diverse educational background, holding an MSc degree in Hydrology and undergraduate degrees in geology (ore deposits) and hydrology (surface water) from the esteemed University of KwaZulu-Natal. My academic pursuits have been complemented by my work experience, where I have gained valuable skills in Hydrological modeling, Water Resources Management, Environmental Sciences and Management, Ecological Infrastructure, Project Management, and Geological studies. I am currently pursuing my Ph.D., which will allow me to consolidate my academic and practical expertise, shaping me into a geoscientist with strong business acumen. I am deeply passionate about natural sciences and have dedicated my career to mastering my craft through academic study, hands-on work, and continued professional development. With my extensive knowledge and experience, I am confident in my ability to excel as a proficient and accomplished scientist, making significant contributions to the field and advancing our understanding of the natural world.
Mr	Fhatani Lenon Makhuvha	Engineering Geologist	Earth Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Hydrogeological Characteristics, Geohydrological characteristics, Groundwater geophysics, Borehole and aquifer testing, Drilling and borehole construction
No map coordinates provided I am a results-driven dynamic professional Geoscientist (Engineering Geologist and Hydrogeologist), who is currently registered as a Professional Natural Scientist with (SACNASP). My experience as a Geoscientist (Engineering Geologist and Hydrogeologist) was acquired at various projects such as Geotechnical Investigation for: - Housing Development & Township Establishment - Dolomite Stability Investigation - Sewer-line and Pipeline - Centreline and Borrow Pit Investigations - Stormwater Reticulation - Bridges, Culverts & Gabions - Shaft Rehabilitation My core skills are: -Test pitting -Hand Auger boring test -DCP & DPSH test -Core drilling and Percussion drilling supervision -Soil profiling -Chip logging and Borehole logging -Soil sampling -Water sampling -Laboratory results analysis -Groundwater exploration -Borehole Siting -Drilling and pump test supervision -Groundwater quality assessment -Groundwater Monitoring -Project management and Planning. -Report writing. I am an aspiring Geoscientist (Engineering Geologist and Hydrogeologist), who is always keen on continuous learning and development.
Mr	Golden Manganyi		Earth Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg
My career began in 2008 at GCS (PTY ) LTD. This is where I gained extensive knowledge and experience in the hydrogeological field as a hydrogelogical technician. I was mainly involved with conducting field investigation such as geophysical investigation (EM, MAG, and Resistivity), aquifer testing, drilling supervision, logging, sampling, data interpretation and technical field reports. I joined Golder Associates Africa in 2011 as a hydrogeotechnical technician with a special focus in water supply projects. I have primary been responsible for field investigation ( Geophysical investigation, drilling supervision, management of both drilling and aquifer testing contractors) , interpretation and field technical reports. LinkedIn
Mr	Sekgothe Reuben Mampuru	Geologist	Earth Science	Gauteng	Pretoria
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Mrs	Lungile Lembede	Hydrologist	Water Resources Science	Gauteng	Birmingham	Groundwater / surface water interaction, Isotope hydrology, National water strategy, Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), Water conservation & demand management
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Mrs	Chantelle Schmidt	Hydrogeologist	Earth Science	Gauteng
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Ms	Awodwa Magingi		Earth Science	Gauteng	Pretoria	Groundwater awareness, education and training, Groundwater management measures, Groundwater resource planning, Groundwater and drought mitigation
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Mr	Shane Turner	Consulting Scientist	Earth Science	Gauteng	Delmas \| Pretoria
Groundwater and Mine Water Specialist Consultation. Groundwater and Mine Water Specialist Third Party Review Assessments. Integrated Water and Waste Management Plans. Water and Salt Balances. Water Conservation & Water Demand Management (WC/WDM) Plans. Water Monitoring Systems. Geohydrology and Geology Specialist Assessments. Integrated Project Management and Control. LinkedIn https://www.jmaconsult.co.za/
Mr	Cameron Clive Turner	Senior Hydrogeologist	Geological Science	Gauteng		Groundwater Modelling, Geochemical Investigations, Contaminated Land Assessments
No map coordinates provided Experienced Hydrogeologist with a demonstrated history of working in the Contaminated Land Industry and Mining Industry. Skilled in Numerical Transport Modelling, Hydrogeological Investigations, Geochemical Investigations, Contaminated Land Assessments and overall Project Management. Strong research professional with a Master's degree focused in Hydrogeology from the University of the Free State. LinkedIn
Mr	Andrew Johnstone	Managing Director	Earth Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Water consulting, Environmental consulting, Applied earth sciences consulting
Founder and managing director of a multidisciplinary South African consulting company with offices in SADC and the Czech Republic. GCS offers consulting services in Water, Environmental, and applied earth sciences Managing of multidisciplinary environmental impact assessments and management plans for mining operations in Africa - gold, iron ore, base metals, platinum, Ur and Coal Hydrogeological investigations in over 16 countries in Africa for water supplies, mine dewatering, contamination, and catchment studies LinkedIn
Dr	Martin Holland		Earth Science	Gauteng	Pretoria
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Mr	Louis Naude	Environmental Geochemist	Geological Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Groundwater chemistry, Isotope hydrology, Drilling and borehole construction, Pollution control, Inter-Diciplinary / Arising
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Mr	Pieter Labuschagne		Earth Science	KwaZulu-Natal
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Mr	Sifiso Collen Nkosi	Groundwater Scientist	Geological Science	KwaZulu-Natal	eThekwini	Water Resource Management, Groundwater Contamination, Remediation Planning and Implementation, Hydrogeology
Experienced Groundwater Scientist with a demonstrated history of working in the environmental services industry. Skilled in Water Resource Management, Groundwater Contamination, and Remediation Planning and Implementation. Strong research professional with a MSc focused in Hydrogeology from University of the Witwatersrand. LinkedIn
Mr	Regan Rose		Geological Science	KwaZulu-Natal	Durban
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Mr	Livashlin Naidoo	Senior Consultant	Earth Science	KwaZulu-Natal	Durban	Borehole and aquifer testing, Groundwater pollution, Groundwater monitoring and evaluation
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Mr	Mark Schapers	Branch Manager	Earth Science	KwaZulu-Natal	Durban
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Mr	Sagadevan (Raven) Kisten	Geohydrologist	Earth Science	KwaZulu-Natal	Durban	Geohydrology
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Mr	Robert Ignatius Schapers	Geohydrologist	Earth Science	KwaZulu-Natal	Durban	Geohydrology
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