Work-Force
The organisation is recruiting a Civil Engineer for its Hermanus operation. The role forms part of a wider engineering jobs portfolio across Western Cape.
About the Opportunity
Notably, the Civil Engineer vacancy forms part of how the Hermanus branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the engineering jobs side of the business moving forward.
On top of that, 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.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Hermanus teams, and the new Civil Engineer will feel that from the first week.
Meet the Team
Equally, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Hermanus office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Western Cape operations get busy.
In addition, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Hermanus will be explained during the hiring process.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Career Growth
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the engineering jobs team in Hermanus have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Hermanus have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
About Hermanus
Hermanus continues to grow as an employment hub in Western Cape, with with views toward Table Mountain. 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.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Hermanus, Western Cape.
Many candidates already living within reach of Hermanus cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain maintenance schedules for plant and equipment
- Drive continuous improvement using lean and Six Sigma tools
- Support commissioning of new plant, equipment and process changes
- Prepare technical reports and project documentation for sign-off
- Mentor apprentices, learners and junior engineers on site
- Manage technical procurement and evaluate supplier proposals
Essential Criteria
- Registered or working toward registration with a recognised engineering body
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Experience with project management tools and methodologies
- Commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable engineering practice
- Hands-on commissioning and maintenance experience
Equally, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.