MEP SPECIALIST

Employ Africa Group; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 286,000 - 514,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive competitive remuneration

Job summary

A construction project firm is seeking an MEP Specialist for a large-scale construction project in N’Djamena, Chad. This site-based role involves overseeing Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing activities, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Candidates should have a relevant degree and significant experience in MEP roles on large projects. Fluency in English is required, and French is a plus. Only Chadian nationals currently residing in N’Djamena will be considered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an MEP Specialist or MEP Engineer on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong site-based experience through installation and commissioning phases.
• Fluency in English; French is advantageous.
• Must be a Chadian national.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate MEP design review, installation, testing, and commissioning activities on site.
• Oversee HVAC, electrical distribution, fire protection, plumbing, and specialist systems.
• Conduct regular site inspections, quality checks, and commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and suppliers to resolve technical and installation issues.
• Conduct regular site inspections, quality checks, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and energy efficiency standards.
• Monitor contractor performance and progress against project schedules.
• Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and handover documentation.
• Support value engineering initiatives to optimise cost and performance.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering

Job description

SITE-BASED ROLES – LARGE-SCALE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT (CHAD)

Our client is seeking highly skilled professionals to join a large-scale construction project in N’Djamena, Chad. This is a site-based role, exclusively open to Chadian nationals currently residing in N’Djamena.

The successful candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to a high-profile infrastructure initiative, gaining valuable experience in a challenging and rewarding environment. Attractive competitive remuneration will be offered to successful candidates.

MEP Specialist (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing)

Location: N’Djamena, Chad (Site-based)

Contract: Fixed-term (1 year, with possible extension)

Role Overview

The MEP Specialist will oversee and coordinate all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) activities on a complex large-scale construction project. The role requires strong technical expertise, hands‑on site involvement, and close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate MEP design review, installation, testing, and commissioning activities on site.
• Review and validate MEP drawings, specifications, and shop drawings for compliance and accuracy.
• Oversee HVAC, electrical distribution, fire protection, plumbing, and specialist systems.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and suppliers to resolve technical and installation issues.
• Conduct regular site inspections, quality checks, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and energy efficiency standards.
• Monitor contractor performance and progress against project schedules.
• Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and handover documentation.
• Support value engineering initiatives to optimise cost and performance.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven experience as an MEP Specialist or MEP Engineer on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong site-based experience through installation and commissioning phases.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English; French is advantageous.
• Must be a Chadian national.