Recruitment Opportunities at Hatch

Requirements: 
Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, 8 – 10 years construction supervision experience on road, bridge & civil services construction projects. Either PrEng/ PrTech / PrTechni registration with ECSA will be a requirement. Knowledge and understanding of the COLTO Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Works and the NEC 4 contract will be beneficial.
   
Job Description: The duties of the Assistant Resident Engineer will include the following:
Monitoring construction progress in line with the approved programme and reporting to the Resident Engineer (RE).
Implement the Engineer’s quality control plan.
Inspect the works, monitor quality, arrange for acceptance control testing, prepare statistical reports of test results and approve/reject work.
Progressive measuring and certification of completed work. and update final estimates of work.
Monitoring, measurement and quality acceptance control of:Setting out of roadworks, earthworks, drainage, pavement layers including stabilization, asphalt surfacing, road marking, road signs and other ancillary works. 
Assisting the RE with issuing of site instructions and ensuring work is carried out in according to the construction drawings. 
Verify the contractor’s daily site diary and keeping records of construction progress photographs.
Assist with preparation of variation orders and dayworks.
Assist with preparation of expenditure reports and costing and estimating of new work.
Assist with monitoring and reporting of Contractor’s CPG commitments.
Attend site progress and technical meetings and all other meetings relating to the Targeted Enterprises and Targeted Labour.  Assist with preparation of minutes.
Monitor the Contractor’s compliance with the OH&S Act.
Assist the RE with contractual claims.
Compile as-built data and drawings in accordance with the WCG standard requirements.
Assist with preparation of the contract completion report and final inspection at the end of defects period.
Assist the RE with any other work as required: 

• Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, 8 – 10 years construction supervision experience on road, bridge & civil services construction projects. Either PrEng/ PrTech / PrTechni registration with ECSA will be a requirement.
• Knowledge and understanding of the COLTO Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Works and the NEC 4 contract will be beneficial.

Job Description:

The duties of the Assistant Resident Engineer will include the following:

• Monitoring construction progress in line with the approved programme and reporting to the Resident Engineer (RE).
• Implement the Engineer’s quality control plan.
• Inspect the works, monitor quality, arrange for acceptance control testing, prepare statistical reports of test results and approve/reject work.
• Progressive measuring and certification of completed work. and update final estimates of work.
• Monitoring, measurement and quality acceptance control of:Setting out of roadworks, earthworks, drainage, pavement layers including stabilization, asphalt surfacing, road marking, road signs and other ancillary works. 
• Assisting the RE with issuing of site instructions and ensuring work is carried out in according to the construction drawings. 
• Verify the contractor’s daily site diary and keeping records of construction progress photographs.
• Assist with preparation of variation orders and dayworks.
• Assist with preparation of expenditure reports and costing and estimating of new work.
• Assist with monitoring and reporting of Contractor’s CPG commitments.
• Attend site progress and technical meetings and all other meetings relating to the Targeted Enterprises and Targeted Labour.  Assist with preparation of minutes.
• Monitor the Contractor’s compliance with the OH&S Act.
• Assist the RE with contractual claims.
• Compile as-built data and drawings in accordance with the WCG standard requirements.
• Assist with preparation of the contract completion report and final inspection at the end of defects period.
• Assist the RE with any other work as required

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Responsibilities of a succesful candidate;

Daily tasks would vary based on the current project, but responsibilities would typically include:

• Advanced engineering analysis, including modelling using the Finite Element Method (Finite Element Analysis (FEA));
• Project planning and management to meet budget, schedule, and quality requirements;
• Design optimization and solution development for challenging problems;
• Interfacing with clients and vendors;
• Site visits for project work and result presentation;
• Engaging with clients for technical work and business development;

As a succesful candidate, you will;

We are looking to hire a mechanical or structural engineer into the Specialized Engineering (SE) group who has 0-5 years of experience, therefore ranging from a graduate to mid-senior level. The focus of SE is to provide specialized engineering expertise and services. These would include, but are not limited to, advanced numerical analysis (for example, FEA), Fitness-for-Service Assessments, field measurements and inspections and technology development. Our work is highly diverse, including opportunities to work on unique and challenging projects across all the industries that Hatch serves. This job requires close interaction with personnel within the SE group, from other engineering disciplines and our clients organizations. We are looking for a candidate with the following attributes:

• Excellent academic performance and a demonstrated interest in structural and/or thermomechanical engineering of industrial equipment;
• Strong fundamentals in theory and application of solid mechanics / dynamics / FEA;
• 0-5 years of experience in the application of numerical methods to practical engineering problems
• Preferably has completed their masters in engineering
• Has taken courses and / or done numerical simulations at a post -graduate level, or in another role, and demonstrates a passion and aptitude for numerical analysis;
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team on challenging projects, as this job requires heavy interaction with engineers within the SE group and from other disciplines, to perform detailed engineering analysis.
• Organizational ability to manage multiple projects / priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Eagerness to learn new engineering concepts and apply them to novel projects and technology;
• Fast learner with an eagerness to develop engineering fundamentals and apply them to solving challenging real-world problems and projects;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;
• Strong safety and quality focus

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As the successful candidate, you will:

• Undertake and review geometric design work of National, Provincial and Municipal Roads.
• Coordinate investigational studies e.g., Topographical Surveys, Traffic Studies, Materials Investigation, Geotechnical studies, Environmental Impact Assessments, etc.
• Preparation and review of CAD drawings e.g., Layout Plans, Long Sections, Cross-sections, etc.
• Undertake and review stormwater drainage design.
• Prepare and review technical design reports.
• Prepare and review schedule of quantities using COLTO, SANS 1200 and etc;
• Assist in developing project specifications and cost estimates in line with CIDB;
• Assist with tender documentation and procurement.
• Support during construction supervision and contract administration stages.
• Actively contribute to mentoring and upskilling of junior staff.
• Preparation of bid proposals for new work opportunities.
• Act as a Project Leader or Project Manager for Roads and Highways projects.
• Assist with any other business development initiatives within the Highways &Bridges Business Unit.
• Network and nurture long-term relationship with team members and clients e.g., Western Cape Department of Infrastructure, SANRAL, City of Cape Town and others.

You bring to the role:

• BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 10 - 15 years’ experience in the planning and design of Roads and Highways and must be registered with ECSA as a PrEng.
• Highly competent in road conceptual planning and geometric design and drawing production standards for national, provincial, and municipal road projects.
• Demonstrate experience in the design of freeway interchanges, major provincial roads, urban arterial roads, dual carriageways, major intersections, roundabouts, traffic engineering, and drainage.
• Good understanding of relevant design methods and guidelines for Roads & Highways projects at National, Provincial and Municipal level is essential.
• Must have been involved on all stages of a road project i.e., Basic Planning Studies & Reporting, Conceptual, Preliminary, Detailed Design, Preparation of Design Reports, Tender Documentation and Construction Monitoring.
• Experience must include involvement in greenfield, improvement, upgrading, and maintenance road projects.
• Good technical report writing skills are essential including ability to effectively communicate and liaise with clients and lead design teams.
• Good interpersonal and professional communication skills with high levels of confidence, patience, and commitment.
• Proficient in Civil 3D and AutoCAD software.

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As the successful candidate, you will:

• Lead analytical process (Research, review and analysis of data) for complex workstreams, finding solutions to barriers
• Deliver on-time, high quality deliverables that consistently exceed client expectations
• Contribute to proposal development process for full engagement
• Have strong sense of ownership for your work and the overall project
• Effectively lead & coach junior analysts through the analytical process, including excel models and other outputs, clearly articulating objectives and requirements when delegating work.
• Create highly effective storylines & slides, at high proficiency, speed and independence (tailored for the audience & situation).
• Identify opportunities to market our work and support content creation.
• Support Engagement Managers, workstream managers and SMEs, communicating seamlessly with team members.
• Manage workstream budgets
• Communicate effectively with the client, building effective relationships
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity

You bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree. Engineering with minor in business, economics, or relevant business course work preferred
• 2-4 years of experience relevant to the role,
• Experience working with projects in mining & metals, energy, or infrastructure is preferred.
• Proven experience in using research and analysis tools
• Collaborate and actively contribute as an effective member of a team
• Strong data analytics skills, including experience with business requirements gathering, analysis and ability to translate business requirements into technical process solutions
• Ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt to a broad range of project types and responsibilities
• Financial modeling experience is considered a strong asset

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A successful candidate would:

• Be involved with all technical activities within the team: estimating, architecting, designing, Agile development, code reviews, documentation.
• Introduce and guide best practices to level up our data engineering standards.
• Drive team culture through effective communication, mentoring, and participation in team growth.
• Embrace the engineering challenge and design stellar solutions that automate routine tasks.

Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in direct development within the MS or Azure environment.
• BSc degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent from a reputable South African university preferred.
• Data engineering certifications with Microsoft is preferred.

Preferred technical competencies:

Ingestion and orchestration

• ETL Processes: Working history with ETL tools and techniques, including experience with SSIS.
• Azure Data Factory: Comprehensive understanding and hands-on experience in creating packages, organizing data flows, and constructing pipelines from various data sources, including production data from Historian, Controller, Sensor data, and on-premise databases.
• Data Management: In-depth understanding of different data types and frequencies, with the ability to ingest the information into an Azure environment.
• API and Microservices Integration: Proven experience with API integrations and employing ESB in conjunction with services and microservices architectures

Preparation, Transformation, and Enrichment:

• Data Warehouse Development: Proven ability in developing a data warehouse and robust experience in SQL.
• Technologies: Hands-on experience with DataBricks, Azure DW, Synapse, CosmosDB, MongoDB.

Store:

• Data Management: Comfort in working with various data storage types, including staging areas, blob storage, data lakes, and databases.
• Scaling: Knowledge and experience in scaling server requirements and expansion with Azure Kubernetes or equivalent functions.

Serve:

• Modeling Skills: Solid understanding of modeling concepts, including data schema and ERD (entity relationship diagrams).

Visualize:

• Business Requirements: Ability to interpret and translate business analysts' requirements into functional development needs.
• Visualization Tools: Proficiency in using PowerBI, Tableau, and other front-end development apps.

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Our advisory and consulting experts support almost every project at Hatch. We consult with our clients to help them meet their business, financing, and project objectives.

Representative projects include: 

• Setting strategy directions for corporate organisations through go-to-market strategies, operations strategies, investment strategies, operating model design, organisational design & change management
• Helping organisation drive their capital agenda productivity through capital investment strategies, conducting project value improvements and optimal management of sustaining capital
• Assisting clients M&A transactions through commercial and operational due diligences, technical and environmental due diligences, financial due diligence and Lender’s engineer services
• Assisting clients in reducing costs, enhancing service, and effectively managing assets including supply chain management optimisation, process optimisation, digital transformation and maintenance management
• Assisting government and private sector participants to design, structure and operate effective public private partnerships for key assets and services across metals, infrastructure and energy sectors

We constantly think of new ways to get things done across all our sectors, because shifting the status quo creates positive change for not just our family of employees but also for the communities and clients we serve. We’re inclusive and collaborative no matter where in the world we are. You are part of a community at Hatch, one that fosters career growth and education, and where entrepreneurship is key to success. 

Now you’re asking yourself, what would a career at Hatch offer me? Here are some of the things we offer:  

• A challenging career steered by you! 
• You will be encouraged to be the best version of yourself with many opportunities to pursue work in Mining & Metals, Energy, Digital, or Infrastructure sectors. 
• Have the benefit of formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry. 
• Have the opportunity to gain project experience in South Africa and around the world. 
• Collaborate with different people across a multitude of cultures around our global organisation. 
• Work in an exciting environment where you can use your Engineering degree in your choice of traditional sectors or emerging, innovative and evolving industries.  
• Participate in local Professional Development Programs. 

Minimum requirements to apply:  

• You must be a South African citizen. 
• You must be a final year student studying towards a BSc or BEng in in any Engineering at a recognized Tertiary Institution. 
• Or you must have completed your BSc or BEng in any Engineering disciple at a recognized tertiary institution and have less than 12 months working experience. 
• You must have maintained an average academic achievement of 70% or above. 
• Be flexible to work in any province within South Africa. 

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Job Summary

You will build trust-based relationships with your local leadership team and consultant cohorts to serve the needs of our clients and support consultants’ professional aspirations. This role is key to sustain and support growth in the region.

Additional detail on the key role responsibilities is listed below:

Staffing

• End to end management and coordination for resourcing and staffing plans for analysts, consultants and engagement managers
• Develop deep relationships with your leadership team to understand client needs, and support them in identifying and setting up balanced/allocating client service teams based on consultants’ skills and capabilities
• Develop an understanding of consultants’ skills, capabilities, professional aspirations, engagement feedback and personal situations and challenges
• Maintain a staffing plan and identify potential staffing gaps early and work with the regional leaders to develop a plan to fill the gap
• Update the work in view and work in hand tools to ensure we have visibility on project and staffing needs

Career management

• Oversee each consultant’s career development as they progress in their role
• Manage the people review process for AEM consultants
• Oversee the formal mentorship and development leader process for our regional consultants
• Create and action development plans for our regional consultants
• Understand the developmental needs for our consulting cohorts (analysts, consultants and engagement managers) while balancing their professional and personal need and challenges
• Ensure we develop our people to keep pace with the needs of the business

Oversee Training Programs

• Coordinate regional training courses (e.g. Advisory Foundations, Managing High Performing Engagements) and maintain training records
• Collect and update staff skillsets (functional e.g. transaction due diligence, sourcing, MOS etc.) and project experience records (e.g. Gold producer AISC cost reduction)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent post-secondary degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related field
• Minimum three to four years of experience in a professional services firm is preferred (international environment preferred)
• Demonstrated interest and experience in professional development people and issues
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching and team skills; ability to build trust -based relationships with consultants, colleagues (locally and international)
• Influencing skills and interfacing with senior members of the business
• Ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with high growth, ambiguity, and changing priorities
• Ability to diagnose problems, identify and drive appropriate solutions independently
• Ability to show effective use of analytics and data
• Ability to embrace the larger, broader picture, and use good judgment while also focusing on details and critical thinking
• Demonstrated business acumen and leadership ability
• Possesses client-service mindset
• Resilient and able to thrive in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment with a high level of energy and sense of humour

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Job Summary 

The Lead Civil Engineer provides support to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for supervising a team of civil, hydrotechnical and geotechnical engineers, designers, draftspersons and GIS analysts.  

The Lead Civil Engineer provides leadership and assists in the resolution of all technical issues related to the discipline.  
The Lead Civil Engineer may participate in a wide range of projects that may cover mine and industrial development, earthworks, road and rail design and associated bridges, airstrips, villages, marine terminals, utilities including pump stations, dams, drainage and permanent way layouts for both front end planning and the detailed engineering phase for multi-discipline projects. 

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineering Manager with the delivery of project requirements as they relate to scope, quantities, cost and schedule
• Prepare Engineering Work Packages (EWPs) in consultation with the Engineering Manager
• Assign work tasks (via signed off EWPs) to individuals and continuously monitor progress and quality
• Develop the civil manpower schedule to be part of the engineering and project schedule in conjunction with the other disciplines
• Develop the civil work plan for insertion into the project specific execution plan
• Develop and maintain the project scope of work documentation (Facilities Description Report) and revise as required during the design evolution
• Assist in the compilation and delivery of monthly engineering status reports
• Participate in and contribute to design reviews
• Represent the discipline in the project engineering coordination meetings
• Provide and/or coordinate training for resources assigned to the project
• Prepare and/or review project procedures, standard specifications and design criteria
• Review and evaluate technical work prepared by junior engineers, intermediate engineers, designers, technicians and technologists
• Ensure relevant technical experts are involved in the design process as required and facilitate the sharing of technical expertise both across projects and other Hatch offices
• Perform conceptual and detailed engineering design
• Prepare engineering calculations where required
• Prepare technical specifications where required
• Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports, within areas of expertise
• Provide input to engineering, operating and capital cost estimates
• Sign documents and drawings as required
• Undertake construction supervision and management dependent upon project demands 
• Support of site engineering team to provide technical solutions and timely response to technical queries
• Work to ensure the implementation of safety in design and integrity principles in design documentation
• Provide input to the closeout report.

Qualifications and Experience
Essential

• A recognized degree in civil engineering from an accredited university
• Professional Engineer registered with Engineering Council of South Africa, Saudi Arabia or other relevant country registration
• 15+ years experience in relevant civil engineering design and management
• Ability to manage and delegate to individuals to attain quality, cost and schedule objectives
• Experience with working on projects in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Sound understanding of design engineering codes and technical standards
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Ability to function with minimal supervision
• Good safety awareness. 

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Job Summary

Dynamic Earth Solutions (DES) specializes in site planning, spatial information and digital terrain modeling, surface and subsurface investigations, rock mechanics, underground structures, geotechnical laboratory services, flood forecasting and water resource management through our geotechnical, hydrotechnical, and civil site development expertise.

• This role is an exciting next-step in your career which will allow you to lead projects, be client-facing and to take ownership like never before. The Civil Engineering Lead will be part of an engineering team providing engineering services to large and small projects. Projects will range from local government developments (e.g. schools, hospitals, road developments) to large mining/energy/infrastructure mega-projects. The Civil Engineer will be responsible for delivering quality design work, drawings and documentation to Hatch’s Clients.
• The Civil Engineer is responsible for producing engineering calculations, technical specifications, data sheets and reports for both front end planning studies and the detailed engineering phase for multi-disciplinary projects. The Civil Engineer may be responsible for supervising a team of civil, hydrotechnical, geotechnical engineers as well as designers, draftspersons and GIS analysts, depending on the project’s needs. The role will also entail management roles that require obtaining approvals from local government councils/authorities, engaging with Clients and Contractors, handling site queries and producing tender documentation. 
• The Civil Engineering Lead provides leadership and assists in the resolution of all technical issues related to the discipline. The Civil Engineer participates in a wide range of projects that may cover earthworks, road and rail design and associated bridges, villages, residential and commercial developments, schools, utilities including pump stations, dams, drainage for both front end planning and the detailed engineering phase for multi-discipline projects. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist other Lead Civil Engineers or the Engineering Manager with the delivery of project requirements as they relate to scope, quantities, cost and schedule 
• Prepare/assign work tasks (via signed off Engineering Work Packages) to individuals and continuously monitor progress and quality 
• Develop the manpower schedule to be part of the engineering and project schedule in conjunction with the other disciplines 
• Develop the civil work plan for insertion into the project specific execution plan 
• Assist in the compilation and delivery of monthly engineering status reports 
• Represent the discipline in the project engineering coordination meetings 
• Prepare and/or review project procedures, standard specifications and design criteria
• Review and evaluate technical work prepared by junior and intermediate engineers, designers, technicians and technologists 
• Ensure relevant technical experts are involved in the design process as required and facilitate the sharing of technical expertise both across projects and other Hatch offices 
• Perform conceptual and detailed engineering design 
• Prepare engineering calculations 
• Prepare technical specifications, technical memos and reports
• Provide input to engineering, operating and capital cost estimates 
• Participate in and contribute to design reviews 
• Carry out assigned tasks within budget and schedule 
• Sign documents and drawings as required and if appropriately registered 
• Ensure co-ordination with designers and engineers within the civil discipline and with other disciplines
• Undertake construction supervision and management dependent upon project demands 
• Support of site engineering team to provide technical solutions and timely response to technical queries 
• Work to ensure the implementation of safety in design and integrity principles in design documentation 

Qualifications and Experience 
Essential 

• A recognized degree in civil engineering from an accredited university 
• Professional Engineer registered with Engineering Council of South Africa
• 8 years’ experience in relevant civil design 
• Extensive experience in the use of Civil3D
• Ability to function with minimal supervision 
• Ability to manage and delegate to individuals to attain quality, cost and schedule objectives 
• Experience on residential/commercial/municipal development projects
• Experience with working on projects in a multi-disciplinary environment 
• Sound understanding of design engineering codes and technical standards 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills 
• Good planning and organizational skills 
• Good safety awareness. 

Preferred 

• Strong client focus
• Experience in the use of Hatch procedures, adopted standard software (including ProjectWise) and workflows in the execution of projects

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