Junior Engineer

General requirements

• Computer Programme skills:

1. Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly MS Excel
   Proficient in AutoCAD
   Proficient in Civil 3D
   

Advantageous Computer Programme skills:

1. Civil Designer
   MS Project
   SIDRA
   

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work independently, but also under supervision within a structured project environment.

• Good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

• Showing development of good leadership skills.

• Good administrative skills.

• Good writing skills.

• Willingness to register as a Candidate with ECSA (if not already registered).

• Commitment to professional development through Mariswe’s Blueprint Programme to attain ECSA registration.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

• Valid unendorsed driver’s license.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regular liaison and reporting to the Executive Manager or other Responsible Person as per project requirements.

• Under supervision of the relevant Project Leader, carry out Feasibility Studies, Preliminary and Detailed Design for Transportation or municipal infrastructure projects

• Provide support on Traffic Engineering projects, as required.

• Provide support on Transport Planning projects, as required.

• Assistance with preparation of tender documents including detailed specifications, general conditions of contract and schedules of quantities.

• Assistance with monitoring and implementation of site construction work as, where and when required, on a part-time of full-time basis.

• Attend meetings and write notes and reports.

• Produce and/or supervise the production of technical drawings, designs, reports and documents as directed.

• Check all drawings, designs, reports and documents produced in accordance with the Company’s Quality Management System’s requirements as set out in the applicable work instructions and checklists.

• Carry out site inspections, project and network level assessments and other assigned construction monitoring activities in accordance with the Company’s Quality Management System’s requirements as set out in the applicable work instructions and checklists.

• Compliance with and managing direct reports (if applicable) compliance with the company’s Quality Management System (ISO9001:2015) Business Management System (BMS) and the Project Management Online Guide (PMOG).

• Register as a candidate with ECSA (if not already registered) and Mariswe’s Blueprint Programme to ensure advancement towards registration as a Professional Engineer/Technologist/Technician.

• Complete and submit monthly Blueprint reports as per annual calendar.

• Maintain regular and continued professional development through on the job training, in-house courses, seminars or outsourced specialist training as required and as agreed with the designated Executive Manager or other Responsible Person.

PROFESSIONAL ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in professional organisations for marketing, industry recognition and networking.

• Perform research and write technical papers for publication or presentation at industry related conferences.

• Carry out research, compile relevant data, assist with the evaluation of technical and financial aspects, assist with cost estimates and budget quotations for Civil Engineering proposals / bids.

• Participate in professional organisations for marketing, industry recognition and networking.

• From time to time, as may be required, to assist with marketing and business development initiatives.

Achievement of objectives will be measured and reviewed during the annual staff appraisal.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

Appointments will be made in line with the requirements of the Mariswe Employment Equity Plan with particular focus on African Male (preferred) and White Female South African citizens. In particular, the plan aims to combine the Company’s commitment to transformation and to attract and retain key employees within a flexible framework which can accommodate the varied circumstances under which the Company is required to hire staff.  Applications from disabled candidates is encouraged.

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