Assistant Engineer Representative

Pronel Personnel; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Assistant Engineer's Representative for a bridge construction project in Eastern Cape. Responsibilities include overseeing construction activities, maintaining site records, and supporting contract administration. Candidates must have a diploma in Civil Engineering, relevant experience, and willingness to reside on-site. This role provides hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment with accommodation provided.

Benefits

Accommodation provided on-site

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ post-graduation site experience.
• Proven experience on at least one bridge construction project in a supervisory capacity.
• Must be willing to reside on-site full-time for the duration of the contract.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing all construction activities for compliance.
• Maintain daily site records including progress and material usage.
• Coordinate with inspectors and testing laboratories.

Skills

Construction oversight

Contract administration

Project reporting

Education

National Diploma, BTech, or BEng Tech in Civil Engineering

Registered with ECSA as a Pr Tech Eng or Pr Techni Eng

Completed Labour-Intensive Construction (LIC) training at NQF Level 5

Job description

Location: Eastern Cape
Contract Type: Fixed-term (project based)
Accommodation: Provided on-site

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Engineer’s Representative to join our team on a bridge construction project in the Eastern Cape. This is a site-based, position offering hands‑on experience in a dynamic engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineer’s Representative in overseeing all construction activities to ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and project specifications.
• Maintain accurate daily site records, including progress reports, material usage, and measurements.
• Support with contract administration, documentation, and project reporting.
• Coordinate with inspectors, survey teams, and testing laboratories to ensure material quality and compliance.
• Participate in final inspections, snag list management, and project handover processes.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma, BTech, or BEng Tech in Civil Engineering.
• Registered with ECSA as a Pr Tech Eng or Pr Techni Eng.
• Minimum 4 years’ post‑graduation site experience.
• Proven experience on at least one bridge construction project in a supervisory or representative capacity.
• Completed Labour‑Intensive Construction (LIC) training at NQF Level 5.
• Must be willing to reside on‑site full‑time for the duration of the contract (accommodation provided).

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about contributing to the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects, we invite you to apply.