Hydrometric Technician

The National Water Resources Authority (NWRA) is a statutory organization established by the Water Resources Act of 2013 with a specific function to regulate and manage water resources. Furthermore, the NWRA seeks to ensure the sustainable use of water resources and address the water resources planning, development, and management challenges.

In its effort to sustainably manage water resources, the NWRA seeks to recruit additional members of staff tenable at the Authority. In this regard, NWRA invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following vacant position:

Job Title: Hydrometric Technician (1 Post)
Department : Kamuzu Barrage
Grade: NW 6
Location: Liwonde
Reporting to : Kamuzu Barrage Manager

Job overview

The Hydrometric Technician will support the collection, measurement, processing and maintenance of accurate and reliable hydrological data for water resources monitoring and management, including providing timely hydrological information to support the safe and effective operation of Kamuzu Barrage.

Duties and responsibilities

• Install, operate, calibrate and maintain river gauges, water-level recorders, data loggers and other hydrometric equipment.
• Conduct river discharge measurements, collect gauge readings and other hydrological observations, compute and record discharge data.
• Construct, maintain and service hydrometric gauging stations and associated remote monitoring and data transmission infrastructure.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and maintain hydrological equipment and installations.
• Process, organise, validate and maintain hydrological data and records, including station history sheets.
• Assist in the development, review and maintenance of rating curves and other hydrological relationships.
• Maintain accurate field notes, equipment records, station records and maintenance logs.
• Report equipment faults, unusual readings and data inconsistencies promptly.
• Coordinate with barrage operators and other operations personnel to provide timely hydrological information for daily barrage operations and water-level management.
• Perform other related hydrometric and hydrological monitoring duties as assigned.

Qualifications and experience

• Diploma in Water Resources, Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, Natural Resources Management, Earth Sciences, Geography, Environmental Sciences or a related field from a recognised institution.
• Practical knowledge of hydrometric measurements, river discharge measurement, water-level monitoring and operation of hydrological equipment.
• Ability and willingness to undertake fieldwork and manual tasks outdoors under varying weather and site conditions.
• Basic computer literacy, including proficiency in data management, spreadsheets and related digital tools.
• Ability to accurately record, process and interpret hydrological field data.
• Ability to work effectively with barrage operators, field teams and other technical personnel.

How to apply

The NWRA is an equal opportunity employer. Therefore, both male and female persons, who meet the prerequisite qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply. An attractive remuneration package comprising a competitive salary and benefits will be offered to the successful candidates.

Eligible candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their applications, accompanied by an up-to-date and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, and the names and contact addresses of three (3) traceable referees.

Applications should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the title of the position being applied for and addressed to the address provided below. All applications must be received no later than 30th November 2026.

The Chief Executive Officer,
National Water Resources Authority (NWRA),
TAURUS House,
Private Bag 363,
Lilongwe 3.

Late applications shall not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.