Mechanical Supervisor (Piping, Pump Stations And Bulk Infrastructure)

Lotus Hr And Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lotus HR And Recruitment seeks an experienced Mechanical Supervisor for a national multi-disciplinary construction company. The role is based in Cape Town and involves overseeing mechanical installations at water treatment plants, pump stations and bulk water infrastructure.

The position requires extensive piping, pumps and bulk pipework experience, with a track record in supervision, QA, and coordinating with civil, electrical and instrumentation teams on live projects.

Qualifications

• 12 years in construction/engineering environments.
• 8+ years in supervisory role overseeing mechanical installations at water/wastewater projects.
• Experience in supervising installation, fabrication, testing and commissioning of pumps and bulk pipework.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary site teams, coordinating mechanical installations with civil, electrical and instrumentation works.
• Oversee installation, testing and commissioning of pumps, motors, valves and process equipment.
• Interpret GA drawings, P&IDs and pipework isometrics; ensure QA and ITPS compliance.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Mechanical installations

Interpret drawings & P&IDs

Equipment alignment & testing

Safety compliance & ITPs

Site coordination with civil/elect/ICP

Travel readiness

Education

N2/N3 (NTC) trade theory

Trade test (Fitter/Fitter Turner/Millwright/Boilermaker/Plumber)

National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (advantage)

Tools

None

Job description

Our client, a national multi-disciplinary construction company specialising in large to mega scale projects, seeks to employ an experienced Mechanical Supervisor, specialising in piping, pump stations and bulk water infrastructure, to join this progressive and expanding professional team.

Please note that the role is based in Cape Town, however the projects are national and the requirement to be able to travel is essential.

KEY REQUIREMENTS TO MEET FOR CONSIDERATION:

• You will have completed N2 or N3 (NTC) trade theory, ideally coupled with a completed trade test as a Fitter, Fitter and Turner, Millwright, Boilermaker or Plumber. A National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering will be advantageous.
• You will have a minimum of 12 years' experience in the construction or engineering environment, with at least 8 years in a supervisory capacity overseeing mechanical installations at water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations or bulk water infrastructure projects.
• You will have proven expertise in supervising the installation, fabrication, testing and commissioning of pumps, motors, valves, process equipment and bulk pipework, including steel, stainless steel, ductile iron, HDPE and uPVC piping systems.
• You will have solid working experience in interpreting general arrangement drawings, P&IDs, pipework isometrics and supplier drawings, coupled with expertise in equipment alignment, pressure testing, leak testing and commissioning procedures.
• Experience in providing technical leadership for multidisciplinary site teams, coordinating mechanical installations with civil, electrical and instrumentation works, managing subcontractors and ensuring adherence to project programmes and specifications is essential.
• Sound experience in site administration, production planning, resource allocation, progress reporting, quality assurance and the implementation of inspection and test plans (ITPs), coupled with a sound understanding of relevant SANS standards and construction safety legislation.
• You will display a solid track record in leading and supervising mechanical teams, including fitters, pipe fitters, welders and riggers, driving site productivity, resolving technical challenges and maintaining strict SHEQ compliance, particularly within live water and wastewater treatment environments.
• You must have a valid driver's licence, own car and a clear criminal and credit record.