Site Engineers x3 - Civil & Electrical | Renewable Energy Project | Contract | Postmasburg, Northern Cape

Kwena Human Capital • Full-time • Postmasburg • 2d ago

Introduction

Our client, a global engineering and construction company, is seeking skilled Site Engineers x3 – Civil and Electrical to join a large-scale solar PV and battery energy storage (BESS) project in the Northern Cape. This is a project-based contract until November 2027.

Duties & Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily site activities within the relevant discipline (Civil, Electrical/BESS, or Electrical/PV).
Monitor construction progress against project schedules and milestones.
Ensure works are carried out in accordance with approved designs, specifications, and contractual requirements.
Assist in the planning and sequencing of construction activities.
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
Coordinate with design engineers and consultants to clarify technical matters (RFIs).
Verify that construction works align with approved engineering designs.
Identify and proactively resolve technical and construction-related issues.
Conduct site inspections and quality control checks.
Prepare regular reports on progress, timelines, and performance.
Maintain accurate project records, daily logs, and as-built documentation.
Comply with project HSE requirements and South African legislation.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering, depending on area of responsibility.
Minimum 3-5 years' site engineering/construction experience within the relevant discipline.
Proven experience working on EPC, construction, energy, power, mining or infrastructure projects.
Strong understanding of construction execution, engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
Experience coordinating subcontractors and site construction activities.
Ability to work effectively across Engineering, Construction, Quality and HSE functions.
Experience in solar PV, BESS, power generation or renewable energy projects will be highly advantageous.
Strong problem-solving, coordination and communication skills.
Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.