Senior Transport Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a respected civil engineering consultancy in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, by seeking a Senior Transport Engineer. The role focuses on traffic studies, road network design, public transport planning, and infrastructure projects for public and private clients.

The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of traffic modeling software (VISSIM, SIDRA INTERSECTION), geometric design principles, and South African transport planning standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a Transportation specialization.
• Professional engineering recognition (Pr.Eng) is preferred.
• Experience in traffic modeling, road design, and public transport planning.
• Ability to manage transportation projects and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic impact assessments and modeling studies.
• Design road networks, intersections, and interchanges.
• Plan and design public transport facilities and systems.
• Prepare technical reports and feasibility studies.
• Ensure compliance with SA transportation standards and guidelines.
• Manage project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Collaborate with clients, government agencies and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance.
• Review designs to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Stay updated on emerging transportation trends.

Skills

Traffic modeling

Road geometry design

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

VISSIM

SIDRA INTERSECTION

CAD software

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering (Transportation Engineering)

Tools

VISSIM

SIDRA INTERSECTION

CAD software

Job description

About the Role Our client, a respected civil engineering consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Transport Engineer to join their growing team in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal . This role is essential for developing and delivering innovative transportation solutions for a range of public and private sector clients. You will be responsible for traffic studies, road network design, public transport planning, and the development of transport infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of traffic modeling software, geometric design principles, and South African transport planning standards. This hybrid position offers the chance to contribute significantly to the region's development while maintaining a flexible work-life balance. Join a team dedicated to shaping the future of mobility in KwaZulu-Natal .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive traffic impact assessments and traffic modeling studies.
• Design and develop road networks, intersections, and interchange geometrics.
• Plan and design public transport facilities and systems.
• Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and design documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant national and provincial transportation standards and guidelines.
• Manage transportation engineering projects, including scope, budget, and schedule.
• Collaborate with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and ensure satisfaction.
• Mentor junior transport engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Review designs and ensure quality assurance for all transportation projects.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in transportation engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation Engineering.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in transportation engineering and planning.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration with ECSA is preferred.
• Proficiency in traffic modeling software (e.g., VISSIM, SIDRA INTERSECTION) and CAD software.
• Strong knowledge of geometric road design principles and South African transport policies.
• Demonstrated experience in managing transportation projects.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage client relationships.
• Experience with public transport planning is a significant advantage.
• Willingness to work a hybrid schedule based out of our Richards Bay office.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model for a balanced work-life integration.
• Opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects in KwaZulu-Natal .
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Professional development and training support.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Generous annual leave.