Civil Technician

Sappi; Umkomaas; Remote; ZAR 380,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development programs

Market-leading leave benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Sappi is seeking an experienced Civil Technician to coordinate and oversee building and civil infrastructure maintenance and new projects at the mill. You will plan maintenance, coordinate contractors, and ensure work is completed to schedule and standards in collaboration with Production and Engineering teams.

You will inspect assets, identify risks, implement preventative maintenance, and supervise projects, while ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations and environmental

Qualifications

• NQF Level 6 qualification (National Diploma in Civil Engineering or an equivalent relevant qualification).
• Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience in civil engineering, maintenance or construction, preferably in heavy industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Experience in project coordination and contractor management within a manufacturing or construction environment is advantageous.
• Good understanding of civil construction methods, materials, maintenance practices and quality control.
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations.
• Computer literacy with working knowledge of SAP is advantageous.
• Strong communication, planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of mill buildings, structural elements, roads and other civil infrastructure to identify defects and maintenance needs.
• Identify risks and recommend remedial actions, escalating significant defects for engineering assessment.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for civil and building assets.
• Plan, coordinate and monitor maintenance activities with Senior Civil Technician and Production Managers/Engineers.
• Supervise civil maintenance and minor construction projects to meet schedule, specs and quality.
• Coordinate and oversee new civil projects on site with engineers, production and contractors.
• Monitor contractor performance, workmanship, materials quality and progress through site inspections.
• Ensure work aligns with drawings, scopes, specs and standards and liaise with external consultants as needed.

Skills

Good communication

Planning

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

National Diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We are looking for an experienced Civil Technician to coordinate and oversee building and civil infrastructure maintenance, as well as new projects across the Mill. The role involves planning and prioritising maintenance activities, coordinating contractors and ensuring that work is executed efficiently in collaboration with the Production and Engineering Departments.

As a Civil Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Conduct routine inspections of mill buildings, structural elements, roads, hardstands, stormwater systems, effluent channels and other civil infrastructure to identify defects and maintenance requirements.
• Identify potential structural and civil-related risks, recommend remedial actions and elevate significant defects requiring specialist engineering assessment
• Develop, implement and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for all civil and building assets.
• Plan, coordinate and monitor preventative and corrective maintenance activities in consultation with the Senior Civil Technician and relevant Production Managers and Engineers.
• Coordinate and supervise civil maintenance activities and minor construction projects to ensure completion within agreed schedules, specifications and quality requirements
• Manage the civil and building aspects of new projects on site, liaising with project engineers, production departments and contractors.
• Monitor contractor performance, workmanship, material quality and progress through regular site inspections.
• Ensure that work is executed in accordance with approved drawings, scopes of work, technical specifications and applicable standards
• Liaise with external consultants, structural engineers and specialist contractors when required.
• Monitor compliance with applicable health and safety legislation, Construction Regulations, Sappi safety requirements and site procedures during maintenance and construction activities.
• Conduct regular inspections of contractor work areas and practices, identify unsafe conditions and ensure that non-compliances are reported and addressed
• Monitor environmental compliance during maintenance and project activities, ensuring adherence to applicable environmental procedures and requirements
• Record and allocate labour, materials, equipment and other resources against relevant maintenance work orders for cost allocation and expenditure control.
• Monitor maintenance and project expenditure against approved budgets and report potential cost overruns.
• Maintain accurate records of asset inspections, identified defects, maintenance activities, contractor performance and completed projects.
• Assist with maintenance planning, budget preparation, capital expenditure applications and other departmental activities as required by the Senior Civil Technician or Building/Civil Manager.

What are we looking for?

• NQF Level 6 qualification (National Diploma in Civil Engineering or an equivalent relevant qualification).
• Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience in civil engineering, maintenance or construction, preferably within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in project coordination and contractor management within a manufacturing or construction environment would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of civil construction methods, materials, maintenance practices and quality control.
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable Construction Regulations.
• Computer literacy, with working knowledge of SAP considered an advantage
• Good communication, planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.

What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to work for a global organisation with more than 80 years of experience and a strong track record of adapting and thriving in a changing world.
• Access to learning and development programmes to support your professional growth and career advancement within Sappi. Access to learning and development programmes to support your professional growth and career advancement within Sappi.
• Market-leading leave benefits. Market-leading leave benefits.
• Access to employee wellness and wellbeing programmes.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

ABOUT SAPPI

Sappi isa leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.