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Resident Engineer (Municipal Infrastructure) – Experienced

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Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal

Contract

Posted 1 hour ago

Contract Engineering Code 08

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Job Description

Clean water, safe roads and sound structures start with a good engineer at the bulk water utility in Umlazi. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

This post is in Umlazi (KwaZulu-Natal). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

The work, day to day

Write design reports and handover documents
Check drawings from technicians and sign them for issue
Apply for municipal wayleaves and building plan approvals
Chair site meetings and handle contractor queries
Design reinforced concrete and steel structures to SANS 10100 and SANS 10162
Work out loads to SANS 10160 for buildings and structures
Prepare tender documents under GCC 2015 or NEC contracts

What you need

Good grasp of South African design codes for your field
Experience with structural or hydraulic design software
Code 08 licence and willingness to spend time on site
At least 3 years in design or construction supervision
Able to explain technical issues to clients and contractors

What's in it for you

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

How to apply for this job

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Umlazi really suit you before you apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: civil engineering degree certificate plus copy of ID with a commissioner of oaths stamp.
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 10 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Umlazi; 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

Say whether you have done resident engineer work. It is a separate skill and often in short supply.
Group your experience by type: water, roads, structures. Consultants look for the exact type in the job ad.