Pioneer Water Engineer Günter Lemperts Retires After 40 Years of Service

Günter Lemperts, Namibia’s leading water engineer, retires after 40 years of impactful service at the end of April. His successor praises his dedication, work ethic, and mentorship to future engineers. Post-retirement, he will continue to consult for Aquarius Consult.

Günter Lemperts, Namibia’s prominent water engineer, will retire at the end of April, concluding nearly 40 years of impactful work addressing the nation’s water challenges. His career has included significant contributions to the infrastructure necessary for providing potable water to various communities across Namibia.

His successor, Professional Engineer Thomas Seifart, commended Dr. Lemperts stating, “While Günter will be sorely missed, he has more than earned some time off to enjoy his retirement and we wish to celebrate this milestone with him.” Seifart expressed gratitude for Dr. Lempert’s dedication and his invaluable contributions to the team and clients, highlighting his relentless “I Can” attitude.

Seifart acknowledged the emotional aspect of Dr. Lempert’s departure, noting, “It is with mixed emotions that we announce that after more than 35 years of dedicated service in the water and wastewater treatment field, Dr. Lempert will be retiring.” He emphasized Dr. Lempert’s exceptional work ethic, describing him as someone who approached every project with determination, stating, “Sundays were a normal working day because if it had to be done then it would be done.”

In addition to his professional milestones, Dr. Lemperts has significantly influenced the future of engineering in Namibia through mentoring and training emerging process engineers. His commitment to fostering talent has had a lasting effect on the engineering community.

Post-retirement, Dr. Lempert will continue to offer his expert guidance as a consultant for Aquarius Consult, assisting with complex projects when required. Seifart concluded by expressing gratitude for Dr. Lempert’s service, wishing him well in his new chapter.

In summary, Günter Lemperts’ retirement marks the end of an era for Namibia’s water engineering sector, encompassing nearly four decades of dedicated service. His contributions to water infrastructure and the mentoring of future engineers have significantly enriched the industry. Although retired, his expertise will remain accessible to Aquarius Consult, ensuring continued influence on vital projects.

Original Source: economist.com.na