Senior Coastal Engineer: Lead Coastal Projects (Mossel Bay)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

High-profile coastal projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape is seeking a highly experienced Senior Coastal Engineer to join on-site. You will lead design and analysis of coastal defense structures, develop numerical models, and manage complex projects from conception to regulatory approval.

The role requires a Master’s in Civil or Coastal/Ocean Engineering, at least 7 years of coastal/marine experience, and proficiency with Delft3D or Mike 21.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Coastal/Ocean Engineering.
• 7+ years in coastal and marine engineering.
• Expertise in wave modeling and sediment transport.
• Experience with Delft3D or Mike 21.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis of coastal defense structures.
• Develop numerical models of coastal processes and predict intervention impacts.
• Manage projects, budgets, schedules, and quality.
• Mentor junior engineers and liaise with clients and regulators.
• Stay updated on coastal engineering research and technologies.

Skills

Coastal engineering

Wave modeling

Sediment transport

Project management

Client liaison

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Coastal/Ocean Engineering

Tools

Delft3D

Mike 21

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape is seeking a highly experienced Senior Coastal Engineer to join on-site. You will lead design and analysis of coastal defense structures, develop numerical models, and manage complex projects from conception to regulatory approval.

The role requires a Master’s in Civil or Coastal/Ocean Engineering, at least 7 years of coastal/marine experience, and proficiency with Delft3D or Mike 21.