Junior Civil Engineer (Waste Management)

A well-established civil engineering consulting firm specialising in infrastructure and environmental engineering projects, is currently seeking a Junior Civil Technician / Technologist / Engineer to join their team in Brackenfell, Cape Town.

This is a junior-level opportunity aimed at developing and mentoring an early-career professional within the solid waste management and geotechnical engineering space.

Responsibilities

• Assist with civil engineering design work, primarily within solid waste management, landfill sites, and geotechnical projects

• Prepare drawings and technical documentation using relevant design software

• Support senior engineers and technologists with project planning and execution

• Conduct basic site inspections and assist with reporting

• Apply engineering principles and standards to designs and calculations

Requirements

• Fluent in Afrikaans

• BTech or BEng in Civil Engineering (preferred) from CPUT, or a National Diploma in Civil Engineering (N6 not accepted)

• 1–2+ years of design experience within solid waste management, landfill sites, or geotechnical engineering

  • Water treatment experience may be considered, but is not preferred

• Preference for candidates with less than 3 years’ experience, unless experience is directly within the preferred sectors

• Proficiency or exposure to AutoCAD, Caddy, ModelMaker, and/or Civil Designer (training can be provided)

• Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle (mandatory)

• Willingness to relocate considered, but local candidates preferred

Benefits