Junior Engineer at West Coast Personnel

Role Overview

• The Junior Engineer will support the Contracts Engineer and broader engineering team in delivering projects from start to finish.
• This is an entry-level development role, offering hands-on exposure to project engineering, technical documentation, site work, and quality control. You will gain practical experience in boilers, burners, installations, and commissioning, while developing into a more senior engineering role over time.

Key Requirements

• BTech / National Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electromechanical Engineering
• BSc / BEng (advantageous)
• 0–2 years’ experience (entry-level candidates welcome)
• Strong MS Office skills
• Exposure to CAD/drawing software (advantageous)
• Basic knowledge of project tools (MS Projects advantageous)
• Valid driver’s licence and own transport

Key Responsibilities
Contract & Project Support (Core Focus)

• Assist with project coordination, engineering tasks, and contract administration
• Draft and update technical drawings (layouts, P&IDs)
• Maintain project documentation, files, and data packs
• Support quality control, compliance checks, and reporting
• Assist with logistics of equipment, materials, and project requirements

Field Service Support

• Work alongside technicians to gain exposure to installations, commissioning, and maintenance
• Assist with site reports, SOPs, and job documentation
• Support preparation of job packs and field service schedules
• Collect and consolidate site data and technical feedback

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records, reports, and project documentation
• Assist with department coordination and internal communication
• Support procurement, finance, and reporting processes

Key Focus Areas

• Project and contract support
• Technical documentation and drawings
• Field service exposure and learning
• Quality control and compliance
• Engineering development and growth

Ideal Candidate

• Eager to learn and grow within engineering
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Proactive, reliable, and hands-on
• Able to work in a team and follow structured processes
• Strong communication and problem-solving ability