Water Engineer – Pietermaritzburg (Ref PMB0098)

JG Afrika (Pty) Ltd; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

JG Afrika (Pty) Ltd invites a Water Engineer to contribute to the planning, design and delivery of water, sanitation, energy and waste management infrastructure in South Africa. You will engage in multidisciplinary projects, ensuring quality, sustainability and on-time delivery while supporting junior engineers.

The role requires design, project management, client liaison and compliance with OHS, QMS and procurement standards within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Min. BSc / BTech in Civil Engineering or similar.
• Masters Degree in Water Engineering would be highly beneficial.
• Must be registered as a Candidate (Cand Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng) with ECSA.
• Must have a full and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and review engineering designs, specifications, drawings, quantifications, and technical documentation for water, sanitation, energy, and waste management projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Design, construct, refurbish, and administer bulk water supply, reticulation, and water treatment infrastructure projects.
• Conduct condition assessments and develop refurbishment recommendations for Water Treatment Works and associated infrastructure.
• Prepare feasibility studies, business plans, tender documentation, and technical reports.
• Develop Integrated Waste Management Plans (IWMPs), conduct needs assessments, and support sustainable development initiatives.
• Participate in project management and construction administration activities, ensuring project quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing effective technical advice and solutions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, industry standards, procurement requirements, quality management systems (QMS), and occupational health and safety (OHS) standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify innovative and efficient engineering solutions that enhance project outcomes

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Quality Management

Continuous Learning

Problem Solving

Communication

Tender Documentation

Team Leadership

Strategic Planning

Analytical Thinking

Decision Making

Mentoring Juniors

Ethical Conduct

People Engagement

Process Thinking

Education

BSc / BTech in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Water Engineering

Cand Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng registration with ECSA

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Revit

GIS

MS Office

Job description

As a Water Engineer at JG Afrika, you will play a key role in the planning, design, rehabilitation, and implementation of water, sanitation, energy, and waste management infrastructure projects. You will contribute to multidisciplinary engineering projects, providing innovative, technically sound solutions while ensuring quality, sustainability, and successful project delivery within budget and programme requirements. Responsibilities include engineering design, project management, client liaison, construction administration, technical reporting, and the development of sustainable infrastructure solutions

Duties and Responsibilities:

Undertake and review engineering designs, specifications, drawings, quantifications, and technical documentation for water, sanitation, energy, and waste management projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
Design, construct, refurbish, and administer bulk water supply, reticulation, and water treatment infrastructure projects.
Conduct condition assessments and develop refurbishment recommendations for Water Treatment Works and associated infrastructure.
Prepare feasibility studies, business plans, tender documentation, and technical reports.
Develop Integrated Waste Management Plans (IWMPs), conduct needs assessments, and support sustainable development initiatives.
Participate in project management and construction administration activities, ensuring project quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing effective technical advice and solutions.
Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, industry standards, procurement requirements, quality management systems (QMS), and occupational health and safety (OHS) standards.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify innovative and efficient engineering solutions that enhance project outcomes

Qualifications:

Min. BSc / B Tech in Civil Engineering or similar.
A Masters Degree in Water Engineering would be highly beneficial.
Must be registered as a Candidate (Cand Pr Eng / Pr Tech Eng) with ECSA.
Must have a full and valid driver’s license.

Experience:

At least 3 – 5 years of relevant post-grad experience including the following:

• Water Treatment Works condition assessments and refurbishment projects.
• Bulk water supply and reticulation infrastructure design.
• Water infrastructure rehabilitation and upgrade projects.
• Waste management planning and Integrated Waste Management Plans (IWMPs).
• Feasibility studies and business planning.
• Project management and construction administration.
• Sustainable development and infrastructure planning.
• Technical reporting and stakeholder engagement.

Skills:

• Project Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Quality Management and Compliance
• Continuous Learning and Innovation
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Communication
• Ability to prepare tender and contract documents.
• Capacity to lead and collaborate effectively.
• Aptitude for analysing and solving complex engineering challenges.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, GIS, and any specialized software relevant to your field.
• Proficiency in Autodesk engineering design programs such as AutoCAD, Civil3D and Revit
• Excellent interpersonal skills, approachability, and teamwork.
• Handle conflicts professionally.
• Make informed decisions aligned with project goals.
• Contribute to strategic project planning.
• Support junior engineers and guide their development.
• Uphold ethical and professional conduct.
• Developed analytical skills, reporting capabilities, and technical expertise.
• Demonstrate commitment to JG Afrika’s values and maintain professional integrity.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Process thinking and engagement of people.