Purpose

• To successfully deliver the Operator’s maintenance projects and ensure safety, quality, and performance targets are achieved.
• To execute organisational policy, standards, procedures and ensure reliable and safe system.
• To ensure seamless travel for our customers that is safe, reliable, comfortable, and friendly.

• A Civil Project Engineering Technician at Bombela Operating Company works in environment involving site work, technical coordination, and project administration.
•  The role is embedded in a highly regulated, safety-critical rail system, requiring strong technical acumen, compliance discipline, and coordination skills.
•  It offers exposure to multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects, operating within tight timelines and under significant stakeholder scrutiny.
• Normal weekly hours and night shift 

Primary Responsibilities

• Project Lifecycle Support (PMBOK-aligned) – Supports the Manager during initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing phases. Assists with site data collection, stakeholder inputs, and technical documentation that feed into project charters and plans.
• Scope and Design Support – Assists in scoping site-specific work, validating technical information against drawings, and ensuring civil specifications align with operational constraints. Escalates uncertainties early to support accurate planning.
• Execution Oversight Support – Monitors physical site works, conducts daily inspections, enforces safety compliance, and records progress against schedule. Highlights delays, non-conformance, and interfaces with contractors under guidance of the Manager.
• Quality and Compliance Checks – Implements QA/QC checklists, verifies workmanship and material quality, and supports audits initiated by the PM. Ensures as-built information is submitted, logged, and archived.
• Change and Risk Tracking – Assists with capturing scope changes, contractor requests, and site risks. Provides technical input during project reviews, and logs risks/issues as per the Manager's risk management framework.
• Documentation and Reporting – Maintains site diaries, progress photos, technical registers, and inspection records. Prepares daily/weekly reports for submission to the Manager.
• Stakeholder and Site Coordination – Coordinates day-to-day site access, safety inductions, wayleave compliance, and logistics with stakeholders including maintenance units and regulatory bodies.
• Revenue Enhancement Projects – Participates in minor upgrade/refurbishment initiatives aligned to business performance improvement or operational optimization.
• Incident & Safety Investigations – Participates in incident reviews, assists in documenting root causes, and follows up on corrective action close-out under Manager’s direction.

• Minimum: National Diploma in Civil Engineering (NQF Level 6)
•  Preferred: BTech or Advanced Diploma in Civil/Structural Engineering

• At least 5 years’ relevant experience in a project environment.

• Drawing Interpretation – Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and services drawings.
• Site Supervision – Skilled in supervising civil works to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Construction Documentation – Proficient in preparing site diaries, inspection checklists, and progress records.
• Communication – Clear written and verbal reporting to project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving – Ability to analyze site issues and assist in developing practical technical solutions.
• Time Management – Organizes workload effectively to meet deadlines and support project milestones.
• AutoCAD & MS Office – Competence in using AutoCAD (viewing/editing) and MS Excel/Word for documentation.
• Quality & Compliance – Understands QA/QC processes, SANS codes, OHS regulations, and technical standards.
• Measurement & BOQ Verification – Verifies contractor claims and performs quantity take-offs from site.

Desirable Traits

Attention to Detail

• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy in reviewing drawings, site conditions, and technical documentation. 
• Proactively identifies discrepancies before they affect execution.

Accountability and Ownership

• Takes full responsibility for assigned tasks, follows through on commitments, and escalates risks or delays without prompting. 
• Owns the quality of their work.

Technical Competence

• Has a sound understanding of civil engineering principles, construction methods, materials, and specifications applicable to rail infrastructure.

Compliance-Driven

• Applies and enforces Gautrain’s strict compliance requirements, including OHS Act, SANS standards, environmental obligations, and permit-to-work protocols.

Communication Skills

• Clearly conveys information, both verbally and in writing, including site observations, technical reports, and contractor feedback.
•  Able to interact with multidisciplinary teams.

Initiative and Proactiveness

• Takes the initiative to resolve minor issues independently and raises concerns early to prevent delays. 
• Constantly looks for improvement opportunities on site.

Team-Oriented

• Works collaboratively with engineers, contractors, and maintenance personnel.
•  Understands the importance of their supporting role in the success of the project.

Time Management

• Effectively prioritizes daily tasks, manages competing demands, and supports the overall project schedule. 
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Safety-Conscious

• Fully committed to upholding a zero-harm culture.
•  Identifies and addresses safety risks on site without delay and leads by example in safe work practices.

Adaptability

• Adjusts quickly to project changes, site conditions, and schedule shifts. 
• Maintains effectiveness in high-pressure or dynamic environments.

Process-Oriented Thinking

• Understands and follows project processes and PMBOK-aligned workflows. 
• Supports documentation control, scope management, and QA/QC processes.

Ethical and Professional Conduct

• Maintains integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in all interactions, in alignment with Bombela Operating Company and Gautrain’s core values.

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

• Applies sound judgment when identifying site issues, suggests practical solutions, and supports the PM in resolving constraints efficiently.

       Closing date:07th July 2025

Correspondence will be limited to candidates who are shortlisted. 

Should you not receive any communication from us within a period of three months, kindly regard your application as unsuccessful.