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Civil Engineering Technologist (Roads)

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Paarl, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

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Job Description

You'll design and supervise infrastructure people use every day, with the civil engineering consultancy in Paarl. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

The site is in Paarl; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

What you'll actually do

Review geotechnical reports and choose suitable foundations
Apply for municipal wayleaves and building plan approvals
Design reinforced concrete and steel structures to SANS 10100 and SANS 10162
Act as resident engineer: inspect works, measure quantities and certify payments
Check drawings from technicians and sign them for issue
Work out loads to SANS 10160 for buildings and structures
Chair site meetings and handle contractor queries

You'll need

Able to explain technical issues to clients and contractors
Good grasp of South African design codes for your field
Experience with structural or hydraulic design software
BEng, BSc Eng or BTech in Civil Engineering
Registered with ECSA as a professional or candidate
Code 08 licence and willingness to spend time on site

Extra points for

Contract management training for NEC or GCC
Registration with SAICE and active CPD
Master's degree in structural or water engineering

What you get

Flexible working on design weeks
Group life and disability cover
Site allowance when you work as resident engineer

How to apply for this job

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Keep copies of these ready to send: copy of ID with a commissioner of oaths stamp plus ECSA certificate of registration.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 8 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Paarl; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

Mention the design software you use and the codes you design to, so the reviewer does not have to guess.
Group your experience by type: water, roads, structures. Consultants look for the exact type in the job ad.