Senior Structural Engineer – Mining & Asset Rehab Lead

RPO Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

RPO Recruitment's client, an established engineering consultancy, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join its Irene-based team, taking responsibility for technically complex projects and delivering sound engineering solutions across the full lifecycle.

The role involves structural design, assessment and rehabilitation with mining-related infrastructure exposure, plus travel to client and mine sites as required.

Qualifications

• BEng/BSc or equivalent NQF Level 8 qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 10+ years' experience in structural engineering.
• Proven exposure to structural design, condition assessment, rehabilitation and project delivery.
• Experience with remaining-life assessments would be advantageous.
• Previous exposure to the mining sector will be highly beneficial.
• ECSA Pr Eng registration is advantageous, though engineers working towards professional registration will be considered.
• Strong technical judgement and the ability to take ownership of engineering deliverables.
• Willingness to travel to project and mine sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering assignments from initial assessment through to design and implementation.
• Develop practical solutions for the repair, strengthening and rehabilitation of existing structures.
• Carry out structural investigations and evaluate the condition and serviceability of existing assets.
• Undertake remaining-life evaluations and provide recommendations to clients.
• Review and oversee engineering calculations, designs and technical documentation.
• Provide technical direction to junior and intermediate engineers.
• Participate in client meetings and provide professional engineering advice.
• Coordinate structural requirements with other disciplines and project stakeholders.
• Provide engineering support during construction and site activities.
• Maintain responsibility for the technical quality and successful delivery of assigned projects.

Skills

Structural engineering

Project delivery

Technical judgement

Leadership

Education

BEng/BSc or equivalent NQF Level 8 in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

RPO Recruitment's client, an established engineering consultancy, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join its Irene-based team, taking responsibility for technically complex projects and delivering sound engineering solutions across the full lifecycle.

The role involves structural design, assessment and rehabilitation with mining-related infrastructure exposure, plus travel to client and mine sites as required.