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Posted recently. A Civil Engineer position is being filled in Thohoyandou. Suitable candidates from across Limpopo are invited to submit their applications for review.
About This Position
The Civil Engineer position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Limpopo. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Thohoyandou and across the engineering jobs space.
Crucially, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Civil Engineer taking on this position.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the engineering jobs group in Thohoyandou.
Where You’ll Work
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.
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.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Limpopo. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
About the Team
Practically speaking, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Thohoyandou office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Limpopo operations get busy.
In addition, the team mix in Thohoyandou reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose breakdowns and implement corrective and preventative maintenance
- Conduct site inspections and progress meetings with contractors
- Mentor apprentices, learners and junior engineers on site
- Prepare technical drawings, BOMs and specifications for production
- Maintain calibration, asset and plant maintenance records
Essential Criteria
- Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel between sites
- Computer literacy in MS Office and relevant engineering software
- 3-5 years’ relevant engineering experience in industry
- Awareness of B-BBEE and skills development obligations
- Experience with project management tools and methodologies
- Experience leading site teams or contractors is an advantage
- Sound knowledge of the OHS Act and applicable SANS standards
If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.