2787 Lecturer: Civil Engineering

Central University of Technology; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Vrystaat is seeking a Lecturer in Civil Engineering to develop academic materials and lead lectures. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in hydraulics and hydrology, holding at least a Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 8. Responsibilities include conducting research, engaging with the community, and student evaluation. This permanent academic role offers a competitive salary of R 777,297 per annum along with further academic growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 8 in Civil Engineering.
• Registration as a PrEng or PrTechEng with ECSA.
• At least three years of teaching experience in the relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Develop academic material and lecture in allocated subjects.
• Conduct research and community engagement projects.
• Evaluate student performance and provide feedback.

Skills

Hydraulics

Hydrology

AutoCAD

Civil-3D

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

HEC-RAS

EPANET

QGIS

Job description

2787 Lecturer: Civil Engineering
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (FEBIT) │Department of Civil Engineering
Bloemfontein Campus

Main purpose of the job

To develop academic material and lecture in allocated subjects for own and other programmes, and to execute appropriate research and community engagement projects.

Main tasks

1. Teaching, learning, and assessment
2. Research
3. Community engagement
4. Student Evaluation
5. Administration and leadership
6. Control and Organisation

Nature of appointment: Permanent Academic

Minimum salary scale (Total Cost to Company): R 777 297 per annum

Note: CUT applies an internal parity model to determine remuneration that complies with the principle of “equal pay for work of equal value”. Accordingly, the preferred candidate may expect an offer that is in line with their qualifications and years of similar experience. Please contact the Recruitment Office for more information on the applicable salary scale

Minimum Qualification Knowledge and/or Experience

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree (BEng, BScEng, BEngTech Hons, or equivalent) at NQF Level 8 in Civil Engineering.
• Registration as a PrEng or PrTechEng (Civil Engineering) with ECSA.
• Evidence of progress towards a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• At least three years’ teaching/industry experience in the relevant subject field(s).

OR

• A relevant Master’s degree (MEng, MScEng, MTech, or equivalent) at NQF Level 9 in Civil Engineering.
• Registration as a Candidate Engineer/Engineering Technologist supported by proof that an application for PrEng/ PrTechEng (Civil Engineering) registration with ECSA was submitted and is currently under final review.
• At least two years’ teaching/industry experience in the relevant subject field(s).
• Demonstrated knowledge, proficiency, application, and practical experience in Hydraulics, including:
  • Application of mass flow, energy, and momentum principles in hydrostatics, hydrodynamics, pipe flow, open-channel flow, sediment transport, hydraulic design, hydraulic modelling, and water and wastewater treatment technologies at well-defined, broadly defined, and complex levels.
  • Total life cycle costing and analyses of water supply systems, e.g., abstraction and diversion works, pump station selection and design, bulk water supply, and water reticulation networks.
  • Analyses, design, construction, and management of sewer and stormwater systems.
  • Design of hydraulic structures, e.g., culverts, bridges, weirs, and associated protection works.
  • Software applications related to water engineering (hydraulics), e.g., AutoDesk (AutoCAD & Civil-3D), Civil Designer, HEC-RAS, EPANET, EPASWMM, and Aqua Hydraulics.
  • Design codes/legislation: (i) National Water Act (36/1998), (ii) Water Services Act (108/1997), (iii) National Environmental Management Act (107/1998), (iv) SANS1200 A-N (Civil Eng. Works), (v) CSIR (Red Book: Neighbourhood Planning and Design Guide for Sustainable Human Settlements), and (vi) SANRAL (Drainage Manual).

AND/OR

• Demonstrated knowledge, proficiency, application, and practical experience in Hydrology, including:
  • Surface hydrology, engineering (design) hydrology, geohydrology, water resources management and planning, hydrological statistics, hydrological and hydraulic modelling, and environmental engineering at well-defined, broadly defined, and complex levels.
  • Hydrological data processing, e.g., evaluation, processing, and quality control of historical information and observed hydrological and/or meteorological data.
  • Calibration of flow-gauging weirs and related hydraulic structures, inclusive of calibration techniques, velocity distributions, conventional current gaugings, velocity-index applications, and the development of rating and velocity distribution curves.
  • Hydrological surveying, e.g., topographical, flood, stake-out, and as-built surveys.
  • Design flood estimation and flood risk analyses, e.g., capacity analyses of drainage system infrastructure and the estimation of flood-line levels as part of the Stormwater Master Planning function.
  • Software applications related to water engineering (hydrology), e.g., AutoDesk (AutoCAD & Civil-3D), ArcGIS, QGIS, DREU, RLMA&SI, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWAT, WRSM, and WRYM.
  • Design codes/legislation: (i) Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (43/1983), (ii) National Water Act (36/1998), (iii) Disaster Management Act (57/2002), (iv) National Environmental Management Act (107/1998), and (v) SANRAL (Drainage Manual).

Desired Qualification, Knowledge and/or Experience

• Master’s degree at NQF Level 9 in Civil Engineering plus PrEng/PrTechEng (Civil Eng.) registration with ECSA if in possession of an NQF 8 qualification.
• Evidence of progress towards a Doctorate degree in Civil Engineering if in possession of a Master’s degree.
• Evidence of work experience in the subject field(s) covering all phases of the project life cycle.
• Evidence of experience in research and associated outputs.
• Community engagement services in the profession, e.g., consultancies and professional activities.

Job-Related Enquiries: Prof OJ Gericke ([e-mail])

Remuneration, Benefits and Process Enquiries: Recruitment Office ([e-mail])

To find out more or to apply, visit www.cut.ac.za/careers orhttps://cut.simplify.hr/

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS – 08 August 2025