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Recruitment Specification – Resident Engineer (Water & Stormwater)
Position Title: Resident Engineer – Completion of Bulk Water (Steel Pipe) And Water Reticulation in 
Mamelodi Ext 11
Level: Middle-Level Professional 
Location: City of Tshwane (Mamelodi)
Contract Type: Project-based 

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Position Purpose 
The Resident Engineer will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision, monitoring, and quality 
assurance of construction of bulk water (steel pipe) and water reticulation works. The incumbent will 
ensure that construction activities are carried out in accordance with design specifications, contract 
requirements, and relevant standards, while providing technical guidance to the Contractor and 
reporting to the Project Manager and the Project Engineer. 

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Key Responsibilities 
• Supervise and monitor site works related to construction of bulk water (steel pipe) and water 
reticulation works namely construction of:
i. Steel bulk pipeline,
ii. Reinforced concrete valve chambers,
iii. Water reticulation system,
iv. Cathodic protection.
v. Pipe jacking.
• Ensure compliance with approved designs, drawings, specifications, contract conditions, and 
statutory regulations. 
• Carry out quality control checks on materials, workmanship, and completed works. 
• Conduct regular site inspections and prepare progress, technical, and compliance reports. 
• Assist in managing construction programmes, budgets, and claims. 
• Coordinate with the Contractor, Sub-consultants, and Employer’s representatives to resolve 
site issues. 
• Ensure that occupational health and safety standards are maintained on site. 
• Verify and certify completed works for payment purposes. 

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Minimum Requirements 
• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering 
• Registered or eligible for registration with ECSA (Pr.Eng, Pr.TechEng, or Candidate level). 
• Minimum of 5–8 years’ experience in bulk water and water reticulation works, with at least 3 
years in a site supervisory/resident engineer role. 
• Sound knowledge of SANS, COLTO, SANRAL, and municipal standards. 
• Strong understanding of construction contracts -General Conditions of Contracts (GCC). 
• Proven experience in quality assurance, project reporting, and contractor management. 
• Valid Driver’s License (Code B) and willingness to stay close and travel to project site.

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Skills and Competencies 
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills. 
• Good leadership, supervisory, and communication abilities. 
• Ability to prepare clear and concise technical documentation and reports. 
• Computer literacy (MS Office, MS Project, AutoCAD advantageous). 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.

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Remuneration 
A competitive remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with qualifications and 
experience.