Vacant Positions Open at Surbana Jurong Private Limited

Key Responsibilities

• Prioritize, schedule, perform and document field and laboratory testing to evaluate the acceptability of materials used on the structures and road construction.
• Interpret engineering test methodologies in accordance with COLTO, TMH, TRH, TG-series, SANS, and other relevant standards
• Review and evaluate available construction materials and sources, and prepare laboratory and field computations to evaluate results and classify materials
• Maintain records of all testing performed in the field and laboratory, and compile material as-built documentation
• Monitor the calibration and serviceability of laboratory and field testing equipment, and liaise with commercial laboratories regarding such
• Resolve issues with Contractor and Engineer regarding non-compliance with materials specifications, and make recommendations for corrective action that may be needed
• Communicate with the Employer’s materials staff, and ensure compliance with the Employer’s reporting and other requirements
• Prepare all materials COLTO as-built records

Recommended Qualifications, Skills, And Experience

• Professional Technologist registration (preferably), or Professional Technician registration.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience working as a Materials Technician on SANRAL and/or Provincial roads projects.

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Key Responsibilities

• Acting as Assistant Resident Engineer.
• Managing technical aspects on site, such as road works, bridge erection engineering aspects, geometric control in the erection of piers and decks, technical road works aspects, etc.
• Liaison with designers regarding site engineering queries when necessary.
• Evaluation and approval of method statements.
• Liaison with the Contractor regarding technical aspects.
• Managing some resources for site supervision of technical aspects.
• Application of the Firm’s Quality Management System.
• Monitoring of quality of works, including supervision of production processes and any off-site and/or remote construction and/or assembly facilities.
• Monitoring of programme and contract budgets from a technical perspective.
• Quantities and payment certificates.
• Preparation of variation orders.

Recommended Qualifications, Skills, And Experience

• BSc Engineering / B. Engineering Degree
• 3 to 12 years of structural design and/or supervision experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (or soon to be registered) with the Engineering Council of South Africa or equivalent internationally recognized registration and/or legally required qualification will be advantageous.
• Must be articulate in English.

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The Key responsibilities for this role are to :

• Oversee the comprehensive management of medium to large-scale Secondary Plant projects. 
• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams to ensure project success. 
• Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and outsourcing, while collaborating with other sections to align on project budgets for large-scale endeavors. 
• Produce technically proficient and well-presented technical reports. 
• Review and take accountability for the work performed by project team members. 
• Represent technical work through presentations and client interactions. 
• Craft effective responses to bids. 
• Possess a thorough understanding of work procedures and ability to brief project teams accordingly. 
• Delegate tasks to team members as needed. 
• Maintain regular communication with clients under the guidance of more senior management. 
• Foster strong client relationships. 
• Demonstrate proficiency in identifying and pursuing additional work opportunities related to ongoing projects. 
• Exhibit a clear understanding of local business technologies and markets. 
• Engage clients in detailed discussions regarding business technologies and markets. 
• Provide training in respective functional areas and contribute to team-building efforts. 
• Promote Substations Protection, Measurement, and Control technical capabilities in the market. 
• Supervise Engineers or Technicians in conducting checks and inspections of constructed works to ensure compliance with design and specifications, proposing remedial actions as necessary.

Recommended Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• Bachelor of Engineering degree/higher degree from accredited university/college
• Relevant Professional Registration
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience
• Knowledge of QA and OHS requirements in SMEC
• Knowledge of the commercial aspects of project management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively write reports
• Courteous and business orientated manners when communicating with stakeholders to foster and promote good working relations
• Co-operative and flexible work style to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to make technical decisions which are outcome driven

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Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead small teams consisting of Technicians, Students, Draughtsmen, and Graduates.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Technicians, Graduate Technologists, and/or Graduate Engineers in the utilization of relevant software tools.
• Review and assess the work produced by other team members to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Enhance design capabilities and elevate the overall quality of work.
• Compose technical reports that meet acceptable standards in both technical content and presentation.
• Make informed technical decisions and offer solutions rather than presenting only a final result.
• Effectively present and represent technical work to various stakeholders.
• Assist in drafting responses for straightforward bids, seeking support for commercial aspects when needed.
• Expand knowledge of the commercial dimensions of project management.
• Foster an understanding of Functional Unit technologies and markets.
• Conduct inspections of constructed works to ensure compliance with design and specifications.
• Oversee construction administration and monitoring activities.
• Prepare tenders for construction, including Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and specifications.
• Craft tender bids to clients, including preliminary cost estimates.
• Participate in the development of internal standards and implement them accordingly.
• Devise solutions to intricate engineering problems.
• Execute design tasks under the supervision of a Professional Engineer, Scientists, or other Professionals.
• Apply SMEC's systems and procedures, ensuring adherence and enforcement.
• Collaborate with clients and municipal line departments to capture and comprehend their requirements.
• Compile comprehensive contract documentation and specifications, including measurement files.
• Handle client invoicing processes effectively.

Recommended Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor of Engineering degree/higher degree from an accredited university/college
• Minimum 3 years of practical experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Power System Studies (DIgSILENT PowerFactory or PSS/E
• Clear understanding of local functional business technologies and markets
• Knowledge of basic project management and the use of project management software
• Professionalism

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The Key responsibilities for this role are to:

• Provide comprehensive technical support and analysis to enhance projects across service lines in Management Services.
• Implement and oversee Infrastructure and Asset Management Projects.
• Lead project management efforts for major infrastructural projects, ensuring efficient execution.
• Compile detailed reports on asset analysis findings, effectively communicating results and strategies to management and clients.
• Design, maintain, and optimize asset-related data sets, ensuring a thorough understanding of all data, including basic GIS architecture.
• Address and manage project requirements, progress, and contractual matters in accordance with standard engineering contracts (CIDB, NEC3/4, and GCC)
• Familiarity and proficiency in database knowledge and understanding, including MS Excel and GIS (MSSQL and/or PostGIS would be preferential).
• Communication with manager and support team.
• Work accurately and efficiently.
• Reporting verbally and in writing.
• Preparation of GRAP compliant Fixed Asset Registers (FAR).
• Developing of IAMP’s, SAMP’s and Asset Care plans would be advantageous.

Recommended Qualifications, Skills and Experience  

• BTech or Bachelor’s Degree in engineering with PMP and/or SACPCMP is a must.
• Professionally Registered with Project Management Institute or South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Profession
• Minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience in Engineering and minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience in Asset Management
• Registration with SAAMA/WPIAM as CAMA will be an added advantage.
• Previous experience as project lead for IAM projects and personnel will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in compilations of Infrastructure Asset Management Plans.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the preparation and compilation of Fixed Asset Registers.
• Familiarity with ISO55000 framework.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Strong problem-solving, research, and data analysis skills.
• Excellent MS Excel skills
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Project management experience and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Previous experience and management of large infrastructure programmes and projects will be advantageous.
• GIS and Database (MSSQL) experience is not essential but will be an added advantage.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide high quality professional advice
• Identify and provide solutions to challenging engineering problems
• Act as a technical resource as well as Project Manager as and when required
• Ensure that projects are completed on time and on budget
• Train and supervise the development of staff
• Manage clients and maintain client satisfaction
• Prepare tender proposals
• Maintain corporate knowledge of financial and management requirements
• Develop alternative professional solutions to be competitive in the market and be at the forefront of cutting edge technology
• Technical and financial management of projects
• Assist the Functional Group with obtaining and maintaining the required resources and the technical know-how to undertake relevant projects
• Undertake assessments, analysis and design
• Take an active interest in continuously enhancing self and group knowledge and to be familiar with the majority of relevant software that SMEC utilises
• Strictly adhere to SMEC’s Management System (MS), quality standards and HSE procedures
• Perform monthly financial reporting tasks as required by line manager
• Input into the project budgets and project finance

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Engineering degree/higher degree from an accredited university/college
• Minimum 15 years of practical experience in the relevant discipline
• Relevant professional memberships
• Ability to identify and provide solutions to challenging engineering problems
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Project management and leadership skills
• Ability to use analytical tools including commercial software
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a culturally diverse and multi-disciplinary environment
• Knowledge of obligations under the current SMEC MS
• Sound knowledge of Quality Assurance (QA)

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Suitable applicants will be able to:

• SMEC's brand regionally & Nationally as a leading consultant with a strong reputation for innovation, technical excellence, quality, and project delivery
• the Regions to achieve sustainable growth of the group through targeted client relationship management and business development activity
• required, provide project governance, at project manager level, of project management in the group to achieve reliable project performance in terms of sophistication, timeliness, and quality
• functional management to provide leadership to the employees in the group to ensure cohesion, optimal performance, resourcing, retention, and professional development

The Key responsibilities for this role are to:

• Provide technical support and guidance to peers and other functional groups within the level of your expertise
• Provide technical leadership in a multi-disciplinary team
• Identify and provide solutions to challenging engineering problems
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients
• Ensure that appropriate technical standards and Quality Assurance (QA) requirements are adhered to
• Apply a deeper understanding of engineering principles to devise and deliver practical and economical solutions to problems
• Plan and resource projects
• Prepare client reports and designs
• Assist in the management and training of staff including mentoring
• Contribute to the overall management and profitability of the discipline
• Supervision of drawing, project specifications and contract documentation production for assigned tasks in accordance with SMEC procedures and appropriate technical standards
• Be a member of multi-disciplinary team in project delivery
• Prepare expressions of interest and tender submissions
• Strictly adhere to SMEC’s Management System (MS), quality standards and HSE procedures
• Keeping abreast of latest techniques
• Maintaining contact with wide local and international network of persons with similar interests
• Publish papers or articles on projects or developments in the field of expertise
• Be involved in relevant initiatives via the Innovation Hub
• Share knowledge with (junior) colleagues, clients, students through the facilitation of workshops, lectures etc.
• Mentoring and coaching, both informal (e.g. project based), and formal (e.g. ECSA registration, supervising students)
• Perform quality audits for sites as and when required, specifically the engineer’s team on site, including the improvement of current quality procedures on construction sites.
• Assist Finance Manager as requested