Civil Engineer

An opportunity has arisen for a Civil Engineer in Bethlehem. Suitably qualified candidates from across Free State are invited to apply.

About This Position

The Civil Engineer position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Free State. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Bethlehem and across the engineering jobs space.

Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.

Importantly, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Bethlehem 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.

Working in Bethlehem

Bethlehem continues to grow as an employment hub in Free State, with in the Welkom gold fields. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Bethlehem, Free State.

Many candidates already living within reach of Bethlehem cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Free State economy.

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 Bethlehem.

About the Team

You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the engineering jobs side of the business inside out. The Bethlehem group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.

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.

Importantly, the team mix in Bethlehem reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

Diversity and Inclusion

Inclusion is a core part of how the team operates. This is an equal-opportunity employer, and candidates from all communities — including women, youth and persons living with disabilities — are encouraged to apply for this role in Bethlehem.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Bethlehem.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Free State.

Where You’ll Work

On top of that, 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 Free State. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Importantly, 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.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Bethlehem site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Key Outputs

• Manage technical procurement and evaluate supplier proposals
• Prepare technical drawings, BOMs and specifications for production
• Liaise with regulatory bodies on permits, licences and inspections
• Prepare technical reports and project documentation for sign-off
• Develop and maintain maintenance schedules for plant and equipment
• Conduct risk assessments and HAZOP studies on critical processes

Candidate Profile

• Experience leading site teams or contractors is an advantage
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies
• Commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable engineering practice
• Registered or working toward registration with a recognised engineering body
• Computer literacy in MS Office and relevant engineering software
• 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.