Civil Engineer - Municipal Services

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional growth

Impactful projects

Supportive municipal environment

Job summary

Placements24 invites a dedicated Civil Engineer to support municipal services in Soweto. The role focuses on planning, design, and implementation of essential public infrastructure including water, sanitation, and roads to improve residents' quality of life.

You will work with municipal officials and community stakeholders to deliver sustainable solutions, manage projects, and ensure compliance with environmental and municipal standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in municipal infrastructure projects.
• Registered or eligible for Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng with ECSA.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant civil design software.
• Understanding of municipal planning processes and public works requirements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the implementation of municipal water, sanitation, and stormwater systems.
• Assess existing infrastructure and identify upgrade needs.
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and cost estimates.
• Manage small to medium-sized construction projects with quality and compliance.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, and municipal departments.
• Ensure projects adhere to environmental regulations and municipal standards.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil design software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer to support municipal services in Soweto . This role focuses on the planning, design, and implementation of essential public infrastructure, including water, sanitation, and roads, aimed at improving the quality of life for residents. You will work closely with municipal officials and community stakeholders to deliver sustainable and effective infrastructure solutions. This is a rewarding opportunity for an engineer committed to public service and community development, contributing directly to the betterment of local infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the implementation of municipal water, sanitation, and stormwater systems.
• Conduct assessments of existing infrastructure and identify needs for upgrades or rehabilitation.
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and project cost estimates.
• Manage small to medium-sized construction projects, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, and relevant municipal departments.
• Ensure all projects adhere to environmental regulations and municipal standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in municipal infrastructure projects.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Technologist (Pr Tech Eng) with ECSA.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant civil design software.
• Understanding of municipal planning processes and public works requirements.
• Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary within the public sector scale.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training in public infrastructure management.
• Work on projects directly impacting community development and well-being.
• Stable and supportive working environment within a municipal framework.