Site Engineer - Mining Construction Projects

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Career progression

Professional development

Mining sector exposure

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a diligent Site Engineer for critical construction projects in the Kimberley region, Northern Cape. You will provide essential technical support on site, ensuring activities align with designs, quality standards and safety protocols.

Requirements include a Civil or Mining Engineering degree and 3+ years on mining or heavy industrial construction, with strong surveying and drawing interpretation skills. On-site work with accommodation provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and quality control procedures.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure construction works follow engineering designs, specs and quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and supervision to site teams and subcontractors.
• Conduct quality checks and testing of materials and workmanship.
• Prepare and manage Method Statements, Risk Assessments and programme updates.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and stakeholders on site about technical issues.
• Assist with site surveys, setting out and monitoring project progress.

Skills

Site surveying

Engineering drawings

Quality control

Communication

Problem-solving

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mining Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialist contractor for the mining sector, is seeking a diligent Site Engineer to join their team on critical construction projects in the Kimberley region. You will be responsible for providing essential technical support on site, ensuring that construction activities align with engineering designs, quality standards, and safety protocols. This role requires a proactive individual with a strong grounding in civil or mining engineering, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively under challenging site conditions within the Northern Cape environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that construction works are executed according to engineering designs, specifications, and quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and supervision to site teams and subcontractors.
• Conduct quality control checks and testing of materials and workmanship.
• Prepare and manage Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and programme updates.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and other stakeholders on site regarding technical issues.
• Assist with site surveys, setting out, and monitoring project progress.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Site Engineer, preferably on mining or heavy industrial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, site surveying, and quality control procedures.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience working in remote or challenging site conditions, common in the Northern Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Accommodation and subsistence allowance provided for site-based work.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Exposure to significant projects within the mining sector.
• Chance to work in the dynamic mining landscape of the Northern Cape.