We provide the training and opportunity for ambitious professionals to progress in their careers and reach their full potential. You will be given the chance to work on some of the most interesting projects from around the globe and be part of a team that is a leader in sustainable development.
Kate joined Nicholas O’Dwyer in 2023, bringing over 12 years of experience in delivering complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. She holds a Master of Engineering in Water Quality Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Cape Town, South Africa.
Since joining Nicholas O’Dwyer, Kate has led and contributed across the full project lifecycle, with a particular expertise in wastewater treatment process design and analysis. Her technical proficiency and leadership have supported the successful delivery of a range of wastewater schemes.
Kate became a Chartered Engineer with Engineers Ireland in 2023, achieved through mutual recognition following her Professional Engineer qualification with the Engineering Council of South Africa in 2020.
“Since joining Nicholas O’Dwyer in 2023 as a Senior Project Engineer, I have been supported to shape a career pathway aligned with my strengths and ambitions. Through structured support, professional development reviews, and mentorship, I have developed skills and grown professionally, enabling me to progress to the role of Associate in a short period of time.”
Getachew joined Nicholas O’Dwyer in 2003 as a Design Engineer and is now Operations Director, bringing over 25 years of experience in consulting engineering in Ireland and internationally. He holds a Master of Engineering Science in Water and Environmental Engineering from University College Dublin, a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management from the University of Dublin, and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Addis Ababa University.
Throughout his career at Nicholas O’Dwyer, Getachew has progressed through senior engineering and leadership roles, supported by the company’s Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme to achieve chartership (Member of Engineers Ireland) and advance to senior management. He has led multidisciplinary teams delivering major water supply and infrastructure projects across all stages of development, with extensive experience in project management, contract administration, and construction management under FIDIC and Public Works Contracts.
“I am passionate about building strong teams, mentoring engineers, and fostering a collaborative culture while delivering critical projects globally as part of my role at Nicholas O’Dwyer.”
The RSK group is a leading integrated environmental, engineering and technical services business offering bespoke end-to-end solutions to a variety of sectors. Headquartered in the UK but with an established presence throughout Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Australia, RSK helps organisations around the world achieve their business aspirations in a sustainable and efficient manner.
