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Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Civil Engineer in Zeerust, and we encourage applicants from across North West to consider this opportunity.
About This Position
The Civil Engineer position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across North West. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Zeerust and across the engineering jobs space.
Notably, the successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Zeerust team on trust, and the Civil Engineer role will feel that from week one.
Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Zeerust also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Civil Engineer to step into the engineering jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
About Zeerust
Importantly, the role is based in Zeerust, within the Klerksdorp gold and farming belt. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Zeerust and the broader North West region.
Many candidates already living within reach of Zeerust cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local North West economy.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Zeerust, North West.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Zeerust.
Meet the Team
In addition, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Zeerust office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when North West operations get busy.
In addition, the team mix in Zeerust reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Your Future Here
Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The engineering jobs space in Zeerust offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in North West.
On top of that, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Zeerust have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across North West.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Zeerust team member.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
The Environment
Equally, the environment combines office-based design and planning with site-based execution. Safety, quality and continuous improvement sit at the heart of how the team works.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in North West. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Zeerust site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Crucially, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Core Functions
- Manage technical procurement and evaluate supplier proposals
- Drive continuous improvement using lean and Six Sigma tools
- Prepare technical drawings, BOMs and specifications for production
- Prepare technical reports and project documentation for sign-off
- Lead root-cause analyses on production losses and quality defects
- Develop and maintain maintenance schedules for plant and equipment
- Conduct site inspections and progress meetings with contractors
Essential Criteria
- Commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable engineering practice
- Experience leading site teams or contractors is an advantage
- BEng, BTech or National Diploma in Engineering
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Registered or working toward registration with a recognised engineering body
- Awareness of B-BBEE and skills development obligations
- Working knowledge of CAD packages (AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar)
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.