Senior Coastal Engineer - Cape Town

Hatch Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Coastal Engineer to oversee coastal processes and engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, a relevant master's degree, and expertise in coastal infrastructure. This role emphasizes teamwork and innovative problem-solving, offering opportunities for career growth and impactful work on global projects.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Flexible working conditions

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the planning and design of coastal infrastructure.
• Professional registration with ECSA or similar international bodies.
• Experience in management of data acquisition campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Specialised in coastal processes and engineering.
• Lead an expert team within Ports and Coastal engineering.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to complete project deliverables.

Skills

Coastal processes and engineering

Technical excellence leadership

Data analysis and manipulation

Project management

Strong communication skills

Education

Master's in Ports and/or Coastal Engineering or Science

Tools

Delft3D

Mike

Job description

Overview

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Date: Oct 24, 2025

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA

Company: Hatch

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes ports, rail and transit, aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, tunnels, and water. We are looking to building on our success in the realm of coastal engineering and are seeking a highly motivated Senior Coastal Engineer to join the Ports and Terminals team in our Cape Town office.

Our coastal pipeline currently has a diverse mix of coastal structure design, metocean design conditions and inputs for ports projects, dredging, adaptation planning and coastal management support. We are looking for a coastal enthusiast to help us deliver and expand on our current and upcoming opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Specialised in the field of coastal processes and engineering
• Passionate about leading an expert team and driving technical excellence within Ports and Coastal engineering
• An exceptional communicator
• A collaborative worker who thinks laterally and innovatively to solve problems
• Driven and achievement orientated
• Someone who finds satisfaction in creating positive change

Qualifications

You bring to the role:

• Relevant qualifications e.g. a Master’s in Ports and/or Coastal Engineering or Science
• A commitment to professional development of others and remaining up to date with the latest advancements and guidance in coastal engineering and science
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the planning and design of coastal infrastructure, with 15+ years preferable
• Professional registration with ECSA (or similar international bodies)
• Intricate knowledge of coastal processes modelling (using Delft3D and/or Mike) and oversight of modelling work. Familiarity with relevant international codes and standards in the marine and coastal environment
• Experience in management of data acquisition campaigns, including hydrographic, metocean, meteorological data sets.
• Data analysis and manipulation skills for relevant data sets within the Ports and Coastal field
• Leading coastal design packages within inter-disciplinary project team
• Project management capabilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to collaborate and work within a team environment
• Project team leadership and resource management skills
• Technical reviews and verification of others’ designs
• A passion and drive to make a real difference

Other Desirable Attributes

• Physical modelling experience
• Experience in coastal adaptation planning and design
• Understanding of on site coastal construction
• Track record in project delivery of complex coastal projects
• Business development and networking skills
• Team leadership and resource management experience

Why Hatch?

At Hatch you will have the opportunity to work with a strong global team of renowned experts, and champion great initiatives for reputable, well-known clients. You will belong to a company that fosters career growth, encourages continuous improvement and is pioneering in nature.

Our Coastal Engineers are an integrated part of our Ports and Terminals team, and work closely with civil and geotechnical engineers, giving the opportunity to work on a broad range of projects across the globe which includes large-scale port developments.

You will have opportunities to:

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to complete project deliverables for clients
• Develop mentoring relationships with experienced professionals and experts
• Work in a flexible framework and environment
• Attend networking events, opportunities and activities
• Travel to and work in other locations.

If you are passionate about working in a global, inclusive and collaborative team to provide innovative and sustainable solutions for our clients and the communities we serve, we want to hear from you!

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don’t meet every single requirement? You don’t need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you’re interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don’t perfectly align with the skills we’ve listed.

We’re committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We\'ll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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