Assistant Resident Engineer: North West Province – Johannesburg (Ref JHB0099) at JG Afrika

• JG Afrika is looking for an experienced Assistant Resident Engineer for a roads project in North West Province. This is a contract position starting in January 2026 that will run for approximately 18 months.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities

• Perform construction administration duties on site.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001/2015 QMS System.
• Ensure client standards are achieved and maintained.
• Site supervision of construction activities as directed by the Resident Engineer.
• Keep a daily site diary.
• Maintain records relating to Contractor’s safety on site.
• Ensure traffic accommodation is up to standard and maintain records.
• Measure quantities and assist with payment certificate preparation.
• Report daily to the RE on project implementation activities and undertake other tasks as directed by the RE.
• Assist the Senior Materials Technician with quality control and as-built records.
• Attend site meetings with the Contractor and Client and assist the RE in compiling minutes.

Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of a BSc / BEng or BTech in Civil Engineering.
• Must be professionally registered with ECSA as a PR Eng / Pr Tech Eng or be a Cand Pr Eng/ Cand Pr Tech Eng who is close to registering.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own vehicle.

Experience:

• Must have at least 7 years post qualification experience on road periodic / special maintenance projects, road rehabilitation projects or new roads projects.
• Experience with Asphalt overlays is essential. Please include this information in your CV.
• Must have a good understanding of FIDIC Conditions of Contract and COTO specifications.

Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge of road construction and rehabilitation methods.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication and report-writing skills.
• Competent in using construction management and documentation tools.
• Skilled in quantity measurement and cost tracking.
• Ability to identify and resolve site issues proactively.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Competencies:

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Professional integrity and accountability.
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Team collaboration and interpersonal effectiveness.
• Adaptability to changing site conditions and project demands.
• Safety-conscious mindset.
• Client-focused approach with a service delivery orientation.