Civil Engineer (JB5051)
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Posted today
- Company:
- Kontak Recruitment
- Company Description:
- Kontak Recruitment agency South Africa, a staffing agency, and leading recruitment agency in Johannesburg. As one of the best staffing agencies, we are trusted for recruiting the best staff, we provide professional and reliable personnel services for both permanent and contract placements. Kontak specialises in helping businesses hire and employ staff efficiently across the employment spectrum. From entry-level to executive roles, find certified staff through our job agencies in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town and beyond, including international locations. Looking for Top Talent? Find the right fit for your recruitment needs with our staffing services.
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- 3 to 4 years
- Education Level:
- Bachelor
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
Lusaka, Zambia
R55 – 65 000 CTC per month Benefits include: Accommodation, transport allowance, food allowance, medical insurance, project performance bonuses
2-year Fixed Term Contract
We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer for a project-based contract in Lusaka, Zambia, focused on replacing sewer pipes. The ideal candidates must have 10 years of experience in infrastructure projects construction, with at least 5 years specializing in water and sewer projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, designing, and overseeing the construction of underground sewer systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, environmental considerations, and quality standards. The role includes structural supervision, material testing, and the management of Quality Control (QA & QC) systems.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
10+ years of experience in built environment infrastructure projects.
5+ years of experience in:
o Water and sewer pipeline construction.
o Underground pipework, drainage systems, and pump stations.
Strong background in QA & QC management within construction projects.
Experience in sampling, testing, and material quality control.
A training certificate in QA & QC is an added advantage.
Excellent problem-solving and technical reporting skills.
Previous experience working on projects in Africa is an advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Planning & Design of Sewer Systems:
Oversee the layout and construction of underground sewer pipes, drainage systems, pump stations, and manholes.
Ensure proper wastewater flow, adherence to regulatory standards, and minimal environmental impact.
Construction Supervision & Quality Control:
Monitor on-site structural construction activities related to pipework.
Manage sampling, testing, designing, and reporting of all required materials and construction quality tests.
Oversee and implement Quality Assurance (QA) & Quality Control (QC) systems to ensure compliance.
Lead the Conformance Management Unit to enforce quality standards across all project phases.
Regulatory Compliance & Reporting:
Ensure compliance with engineering codes, environmental guidelines, and health & safety (H&S) regulations.
Provide technical reports and progress updates to project leadership.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Work closely with the Contractor’s Representative and Project Manager to align project execution with set targets.
Participate in project meetings to discuss engineering challenges and solutions.
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.
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- Salary:
- 65.000,00 ZAR Monthly