LEAD ENGINEER: WATER PROCESSING AND/OR WASTEWATER TREATMENT DESIGN, PRETORIA-GAUTENG

Reporting directly to the Executive Manager: Water and Sanitation – Inland Provinces

QUALIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATION

Recognised Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Master’s degree in civil engineering will be advantageous.
Relevant Post Graduate training in Wastewater/water treatment will be advantageous.
Registered as a Pr Eng with ECSA.
Experience as set out below, in a private consulting practice in SA.
Additional qualifications/memberships which will be advantageous:
i. Working knowledge of GCC, FIDIC, NEC and JBCC
ii. Active member in CESA/SAICE/WISA/AWWA
iii. Pr CPM. and/or PMP

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

10-15 years of experience in design of water and/or wastewater treatment plants.
Marketing of consulting work on water and wastewater treatment works.
Knowledge and expertise in the planning, process design, and engineering design and operation of municipal water and/or wastewater treatment plants.
Knowledge of operational processes in the consulting environment in SA.
Ability to carry out design work for all civil engineering and process elements of water and or/wastewater treatment plants independently and without supervision.
Experience in the use of Conditions of Contract relevant to the nature of work (NEC, FIDIC, JBCC and/or GCC contracts) is advantageous.
Proven track record in leading a team of design engineers and successful project implementation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to write project reports, technical and cost proposals/tender documents independently and without supervision.
Excellent leadership skills and deadline driven.
Knowledge of client base in the water services field in RSA.
International experience in other African countries would be an advantage.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Head/lead the water/wastewater treatment section within the water and sanitation division.
Active marketing of the service with clients, prepare and submit proposals and tender documents.
Write and present proposals to government, public interest groups, or community group.
Manage the execution of planning, design and supervision of projects in this field.
Work with other specialists to augment skills and capacity.
Independently manage projects to monitor performance and ensure financial success.
Perform research and write technical papers for publication or presentation at industry related conferences.
Participate in professional organizations for marketing, industry recognition and networking.
Client liaison, including meetings and reporting.
Keep abreast with technology development and research in the relevant fields of Water & Sanitation.
Lead, challenge, and inspire technical staff (including coaching/mentoring young professionals/graduate engineers, technologists and technicians through substantive engagement and communication.
Compliance with and managing direct reports compliance with the company’s Quality Management System (ISO9001:2015) Business Management System (BMS) and the Project Management Online Guide (PMOG).

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

Appointments will be made in line with the requirements of the Mariswe Employment Equity Plan with particular focus on black South African citizens. In particular, the policy 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.

ONLY CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND WATER & SANITATION EXPERIENCE MUST APPLY

REF. NO. RW_LEAD_ENGINEER_MARCH2023

CLOSING DATE: 31 MARCH 2023

For queries: Contact Bashni Harry: bashnih@mariswe.com