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 Sort descending	Base Province	City	Specialisations
Mr	Pierre Mouton	Hydrogeologist	Geological Science	Eastern Cape	Kenton on Sea	Groundwater resource assessment, Groundwater geophysics, Groundwater resource development, Wellfield development
No map coordinates provided No description provided https://wsmleshika.co.za
Mr	Divan Stroebel	Hydrogeologist	Geological Science	Eastern Cape	Port Elizabeth	Hydrogeological Characteristics, Groundwater governance, Groundwater resource development
No map coordinates provided No description provided LinkedIn https://dhsgroundwater.co.za
Mr	Ritchie Morris	Environmental Hydrogeologist	Geological Science	Western Cape	Cape Town	Environmental Hydrogeology
Specialist environmental and hydrogeological consulting company LinkedIn
Mr	Frank Schmidt		Geological Science	Gauteng
No description provided
Mr	Ismail Mahomed	Hydrogeologist	Geological Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg	Hydrogeology
No description provided LinkedIn
Mr	Regan Rose		Geological Science	KwaZulu-Natal	Durban
No description provided
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
Ms	Zandri Rademan	Geologist	Geological Science	Gauteng	JHB	Hydrogeological Characteristics, Groundwater resource assessment, Groundwater geophysics, Borehole and aquifer testing, Groundwater mapping
No map coordinates provided No description provided
Mr	Louis Jonk		Geological Science	Western Cape	Stellenbosch
No map coordinates provided GEOTECHNICAL GEOLOGIST \| B.Sc (Hons) \| M.Sc \| Pr.Sci.Nat: 121278 GEOSS South Africa (Pty) Ltd – Groundwater and Earth Sciences LinkedIn http://www.geoss.co.za/
Dr	Nicole Burri	Hydrogeologist / Spatial Analyst	Geological Science	Limpopo	Johannesburg	Groundwater Characteristics, Hydrogeological Characteristics, Groundwater / surface water interaction, Groundwater mapping, Catchment management
No map coordinates provided GOZO is a highly experienced geological and environmental company, specialising in remote sensing, hydrogeology and environmental projects. Based in South Africa, the GOZO team has worked throughout Africa, Europe and the Middle East. https://gozoconsulting.com/
Mrs	Diana Duthe	Lead Hydrogeologist	Geological Science	Gauteng		Hydrogeological Characteristics, Groundwater chemistry, Groundwater microbiology, Isotope hydrology, Groundwater pollution
No map coordinates provided No description provided
Mr	Michael Maluleke	Groundwater Scientist	Geological Science	KwaZulu-Natal	Durban	Support of budgeting and managing the budget for Geohydrology Directorate of the Department, Ensure capacity building and awareness around groundwater occurrence and use, Ensure implementation of the National Water Act
Michael Maluleke has worked throughout South Africa and conducted engineering geological investigations for township planning and engineering design purposes as well as route investigations for roads, railway lines, and pipelines. He has also investigated founding conditions for numerous road bridges in South Africa (dolomite and non-dolomite land), Malawi, and Central to Northern Mozambique. In the Public service through his role in the Department of Water and Sanitation; Michael has been involved in groundwater development, assessment, management, and protection in KwaZulu Natal. Provided input in the development of regulatory instruments including guidelines, regulations, and management processes. Development of capacity building/awareness-making material as well as the setting up of research and development projects aimed at improving groundwater development and management techniques. LinkedIn
Dr	Van der Ahee Coetsee		Geological Science	Gauteng	Johannesburg
No description provided
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.
Dr	Nicolette Vermaak	Researcher	Other	Free State	Bloemfontein
Experienced Production Scientist with a demonstrated history of working in the government administration industry. Skilled in Environmental Awareness, Natural Resource Management, Report Writing, Water Resource Management, and Science. Strong research professional with a M.Sc. focused in Geohydrology from University of the Free State/Universiteit van die Vrystaat. LinkedIn
Dr	Meris Mills	Environmental Geology	Other	Western Cape	Cape Town	Geochemical Modelling, GIS and databases, First hand laboratory experience, Optimization of water quality monitoring programs, Geochemical investigations of brownfield or greenfield sites and management of environmental monitoring data
am a highly qualified geochemist with a range of skills in environmental chemistry. I have more than 15 years’ experience in the field of environmental geology, and have undertaken work with mining, oil and gas, and manufacturing clients across a range of commodities and geographies. I offer services including review and optimization of water quality monitoring programs, geochemical investigations of brownfield or greenfield sites and management of environmental monitoring data. I'm also available to review technical documents, to assist with reporting, to provide on-site training in any aspect of water monitoring or geochemistry, or to undertake local fieldwork. LinkedIn
Mr	Bishwarnand Sahadeo	Scientist	Other	KwaZulu-Natal	Durban	Land contamination science, Surface quality science, Ground water quality, Air quality experience
Scientist (Pr.Sci.Nat) with land contamination and remediation, surface and ground water quality, air quality experience. Work experience across various African countries. ISO 17025 and 9001 quality systems implementation and management experience, method validation and statistics. Analytical Chemist. Waste management experience. Training experience. Project Management experience. Over 20 years of Managerial experience.
Mr	Ockie Scholtz	Geohydrologist	Other	Gauteng	Pretoria	Groundwater Resource Management, Numerical Groundwater Modelling, Groundwater EIAs, Geophysical investigations, MRDs chemical characterisation
As a professional geohydrologist with more than 13 years’ consulting experience, I have gained extensive expertise in groundwater resource management. I specialise in all aspects of mining and non-mining related geohydrological investigations including numerical modelling, geophysical studies and borehole siting, groundwater supply and aquifer testing, groundwater impact assessments, groundwater monitoring, site characterisations and baseline studies, fingerprinting and isotope studies. Other specialist fields include geochemistry and geochemical modelling, waste characterisation and classification (mining and non-mining), contaminated land and acid mine drainage studies as well as limnology and surface water monitoring. LinkedIn https://www.shangoni.co.za/
Mr	Dylan Blake	Principal Geologist	Other	Western Cape	Cape Town	Groundwater resource assessment, Groundwater use rights, Groundwater resource development, Drilling and borehole construction, Groundwater monitoring and evaluation
No description provided LinkedIn https://www.umvoto.com/
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
No map coordinates provided No description provided
Dr	Robel Gebrekristos	Hydrogeologist	Water Resources Science	Gauteng	Sandton	Hydrogeology
No description provided LinkedIn
Mr	Christiaan Vermaak	Geohydrologist	Water Resources Science	Free State	Bloemfontein	Geophysical surveys utilising the magnetic and electromagnetic methods, Borehole camera surveys, Geohydrological assessments for Waste water treatment works, Wellfield development and Rural water supply, Pollution studies in the petroleum as well as mining sector
The most important things you must know about Christiaan Vermaak, the geohydrologist… 1. He started his professional career as a business partner in Bokamoso Environmental and Groundwater consultants, where he worked as field geohydrologist. In 2010, he established Tucana Solutions as a groundwater and alternative energy consultancy firm. He diligently performs all tasks at hand with “Integrity” and “Quality” as his guiding principles. LinkedIn
Prof	Molla Demlie Bekle	Professor of Hydrogeology	Water Resources Science	KwaZulu-Natal	Durban	Hydrogeological Characteristics, Groundwater / surface water interaction, Groundwater recharge
No map coordinates provided No description provided https://www.ukzn.ac.za
Mrs	Preanna Chaudhary	Senior Hydrogeologist	Water Resources Science	Western Cape	Cape Town	Groundwater and climate change, Groundwater modelling, Groundwater in a mining environment, Groundwater monitoring and evaluation, Inter-Diciplinary / Arising
No map coordinates provided No description provided https://www.slrconsulting.com/
Mr	Jan Makhetha	Prodcution Scientist	Water Resources Science	Northern Cape	Kimberley	Groundwater / surface water interaction, Groundwater data and information management, Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), Groundwater management measures, Groundwater monitoring and evaluation
No map coordinates provided No description provided
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
Mr	Aviwe Sisonke Nontenja	Senior Water Quality Analyst	Water Resources Science	Eastern Cape	Port Elizabeth	Groundwater chemistry, Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), Groundwater monitoring and evaluation
No map coordinates provided No description provided
Mrs	Elida Naude	Senior Geohydrologist	Water Resources Science	Mpumalanga	eMalahleni	Geohydrology
No description provided LinkedIn
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
No map coordinates provided No description provided https://www.huntsgreen.com
Mr	Tobias Loubser	Hydrogeologist	Water Resources Science	Gauteng
No description provided
Mrs	SanMari Woithe		Water Resources Science	Eastern Cape	Port Elizabeth	Water Use Licence Applications, Groundwater exploration and development, Satellite imagery and remote sensing, Siting and drilling of boreholes, Ground Geophysics
No description provided LinkedIn
Ms	Takalani Netshivhulana	GEOHYDROLOGIST	Water Resources Science	Gauteng	PRETORIA	Hydrogeological Characteristics, Groundwater / surface water interaction, Groundwater pollution
No map coordinates provided No description provided
Dr	Paul Lourens	Lecturer	Water Resources Science	Free State	Bloemfontein	Geohydrological characteristics, Borehole and aquifer testing, Groundwater data and information management, Groundwater awareness, education and training
No description provided
Mr	Matome Sekiba		Water Resources Science	Gauteng
No map coordinates provided No description provided
Ms	Moipone Precious Mokoena	Operations Manager	Water Resources Science	Gauteng	Vanderbjlpark	Geohydrological characteristics, Borehole and aquifer testing, Groundwater chemistry, Groundwater microbiology, Drilling and borehole construction
Mimi completed a BSc Degree in Geochemistry 2009, BSc Hon Geohydrology 2011 and MSc Geohydrology 2012 at the University of Free State. With 10+ years of experience, she is a member of the SACNSP and IAH. She is is currently an MBA candidate who has recently acquired several financial short course certificates from UCT. She is a JCNP shareholder and Director. LinkedIn https://www.geochemhydro.co.za
Dr	Fanie de Lange	Senior Lecturer	Water Resources Science	Free State	Bloemfontein	Geohydrological characteristics, Groundwater / surface water interaction, Borehole and aquifer testing, Drilling and borehole construction, Shale gas development
No map coordinates provided Hydrogeologist with twenty-five years’ experience in consulting and project management and nine years’ experience as lecturer/researcher at the Institute for Groundwater Studies at University of the Free State. Extensive and wide-ranging experience in hydrogeological project management on water supply projects, mining related projects, industrial and land developments, with a strong background in aquifer mechanics/hydraulics, geophysics, geochemistry and numerical modelling. LinkedIn https://www.ufs.ac.za/natagri/departments-and-divisions/institute-for-groundwat…
Me	Talita Van Zyl	Geohydrologist	Water Resources Science	Gauteng	Midrand	Geohydrology
No description provided