Senior Solid Waste Management Engineer at Communicate Recruitment

• We’re looking for a senior engineer with strong expertise in solid waste management, landfill barrier systems, geotechnical design, and sustainable civil infrastructure. If you thrive in a specialist environment and want to influence major waste and environmental projects, this role is for you.

Job Description:

• Lead designs for landfill barriers, capping, leachate and gas systems
• Deliver waste infrastructure designs for RTSs, MRFs, and gas systems
• Ensure full compliance with SA environmental regulations and best practice
• Support feasibility, planning, risk assessment, and technical reviews
• Drive technical quality, team development, and innovation
• Collaborate with the Technical Director on strategy and proposals
• Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 8+ years' in solid waste and landfill engineering
• Proven experience leading technical teams or complex projects
• Strong environmental legislation and permitting knowledge
• Expertise in geosynthetics, landfill design, geotechnical analysis, and risk review
• Strong client engagement and proposal development skills
• Proficient in Civil 3D, RocScience, and MS Project

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Registered with ECSA (Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng)