Senior Civil and Structural Engineer

Mventech; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Mventech seeks a Senior Civil and Structural Engineer to lead design and delivery of underground mining infrastructure. You will guide engineers, ensure quality, and drive multidisciplinary project delivery across concept to execution.

The role demands strong leadership, practical design input, and a clear path toward professional registration. Based in Centurion, this permanent position emphasizes safety, efficiency, and engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ consulting, EPCM, or contracting experience in mining, heavy industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience in the design of underground mining infrastructure.
• Strong technical knowledge of reinforced concrete, structural steel, heavy foundations, retaining systems, and mining related civil infrastructure.
• Proven track record delivering civil and structural engineering work in mining or EPCM environments.
• Experience guiding other engineers, reviewing technical outputs, and supporting multidisciplinary delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design and analysis of underground mining and related surface infrastructure.
• Produce, review, and coordinate engineering deliverables including calculations, specifications, reports, scopes of work, models, and drawings.
• Provide technical direction and day-to-day guidance to junior and intermediate engineers, designers, and draughting personnel.
• Review engineering outputs for quality, consistency, constructability, and compliance with client, regulatory, and company standards.
• Support Civil & Structural discipline planning, progress monitoring, and technical delivery across multiple projects.
• Interface with clients and multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues and support practical decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with applicable South African codes, standards, and sound engineering practice.
• Contribute to man-hour estimates, capital cost development, technical schedules, and scope definition.
• Support tender and proposal development through technical input, methodology definition, and scope clarification.
• Conduct site visits, investigations, and engineering assessments to support studies, design development, and construction activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder engagement

Technical leadership

Leadership and mentoring

Quality engineering

Project coordination

English proficiency

Education

BSc./BEng Civil/Structural Engineering

MEng advantageous

ECSA registration or in progress

Tools

Robot

Revit

Civil 3D

Navisworks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mventech’s team has dedicated professionals serving the mining industry, with a significant focus on Turnkey & Project Services, Engineering Services, and Operational Improvement Programmes. We have extensive experience in energy efficiency projects, new concept development, engineering and infrastructure design, and systems and business optimisation. Presently Mventech has delivery channels in the energy, mining, and industrial sectors, and quality and excellence are paramount with each engagement.

Mventech hires enthusiastic and professional personnel who are passionate about what they do. We are a group of people who are excited to advance and develop the industry in new ways, building on what we learn and innovating to set new standards for what and how we deliver.

About the Position:

We are seeking a Senior Civil and Structural Engineer with strong experience in the design and delivery of underground mining infrastructure, and a passion for technical leadership, team development, and quality engineering execution.

This role is intended for an individual who can leases from the front technically, guide and develop engineers and designers, and drive civil and structural designs through the business with assurance, agility, and sound engineering judgement. The successful candidate will provide senior technical input across multidisciplinary mining projects, support practical design delivery from concept through execution, and contribute to the capability and growth of the broader Civil and Structural team.

Position: Senior Civil and Structural Engineer

Location: Centurion, Southdowns Office Park

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Required Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:

Qualifications

• BSc. / BEng. Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• MEng. advantageous
• ECSA registration as Pr.Eng. Preferred, or registration in progress with a clear path toward professional registration

Experience

• 7+ years’ consulting, EPCM, or contracting experience in mining, heavy industrial, or infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated experience in the design of underground mining infrastructure
• Strong technical knowledge of reinforced concrete, structural steel, heavy foundations, retaining systems, and mining related civil infrastructure
• Proven track record delivering civil and structural engineering work in mining or EPCM environments
• Experience guiding other engineers, reviewing technical outputs, and supporting multidisciplinary delivery teams

Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to provide technical leadership across design interfaces and project stages
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Project).
• Proficiency in engineering software such as Robot, Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks or equivalent
• Strong understanding of modelling, coordination, and information management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage workflows, priorities and delivery pressures with professionalism and agility
• Strong interpersonal skills and English language proficiency

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design and analysis of underground mining and related surface infrastructure, including chambers, pump stations, underground water-retaining structures, heavy foundations, support structures, conveyors, transfer areas, and associated civil and structural systems.
• Produce, review, and coordinate engineering deliverables including calculations, specifications, reports, scopes of work, models, and drawings.
• Provide technical direction and day-to-day guidance to junior and intermediate engineers, designers, and draughting personnel.
• Review engineering outputs for quality, consistency, constructability, and compliance with client, regulatory, and company standards.
• Support Civil & Structural discipline planning, progress monitoring, and technical delivery across multiple projects.
• Interface with clients and multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical issues and support practical decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with applicable South African codes, standards, and sound engineering practice.
• Contribute to man-hour estimates, capital cost development, technical schedules, and scope definition.
• Support tender and proposal development through technical input, methodology definition, and scope clarification.
• Conduct site visits, investigations, and engineering assessments to support studies, design development, and construction activities.
• Support procurement, construction, commissioning, and technical query resolution as required.
• Assist in the development of internal engineering standards, technical work practices, and discipline capability.
• Contribute to team growth through mentoring, coaching, and technical checking of others’ work.
• Support the Technical Business Lead and broader discipline leadership in strengthening delivery assurance, technical quality, and team capability.

Note: This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.