Project Engineer
Elchemie
Reference: CPT000072-EvS-1 Job Title: Project Engineer (Site) Location: Brits (North West) Industry: Engineering & Mining Type: Fixed Term / Environment: Technical & Site-Based About the Role Our client is seeking a technically competent professional for a fixed-term contract (5-8 months) to support the execution of a pump station and piping project based near Brits. This role requires a dedicated individual to manage on-site execution, ensuring all mechanical, civil, and electrical installations comply with approved drawings and industry standards. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver who thrives in a live construction environment and possesses a strong technical understanding of mechanical equipment. Duties & Responsibilities What you’ll be doing Primary Function – Site Management & Coordination Manage and coordinate the on-site execution of pump station construction and piping installation works. Supervise the installation of pumps, valves, pipelines, supports, and associated equipment. Monitor construction progress against the project schedule and implement corrective actions as required. Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements on-site. Primary Function – Technical Compliance & Quality Control Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable codes/standards. Conduct rigorous inspections and quality control checks on welding, fabrication, and installation. Oversee critical activities including pressure testing, flushing, alignment, and commissioning. Read and interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, and general arrangement drawings. Secondary Function – Stakeholder Liaison & Reporting Liaise with design engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders to resolve technical issues. Coordinate effectively with contractors and multidisciplinary teams. Prepare detailed site reports, progress updates, and documentation for project tracking. What you’ll need Education: Bachelor’s Degree, Ndip, BTech in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical considered with relevant experience). Experience: Minimum 3 to 7 years’ experience in site-based project execution, specifically in pump stations and pipelines. Technical Skills: Demonstrated experience with piping system fabrication, installation, and testing. Standards: Working knowledge of relevant standards (e.g., ASME, SANS codes, or equivalent). Licensing: Valid driver’s license and own vehicle and willingness to be site-based for the full contract duration. Pass Site Medical and Security checks What is in it for you? Salary: R50,000 – R80,000 per month (dependent on experience). Duration: Fixed-term contract of 5-8 months. Impact: Direct involvement in large-scale infrastructure and mechanical installations. Environment: A high-standard engineering environment focused on quality and compliance. A Few Things to Know This role is 100% site-based near Brits, North West. You will report directly to the Project Manager. Success in this role means ensuring the project remains on schedule while maintaining zero-defect quality in mechanical and piping installations. Ready to Apply? Click Apply and please complete your application in full. If you don’t hear from us within 3 months, your application was not successful. However, we may contact you for other roles in the future (with your permission). Data Privacy Notice By applying, you consent to Elchemie processing your personal data for the purpose of job matching. Your data will be securely stored and shared only with trusted service providers and clients. Package & Remuneration R 50 000 - R 80 000 - Monthly
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About this role
Reference: CPT000072-EvS-1
Job Title: Project Engineer (Site) Location: Brits (North West) Industry: Engineering & Mining Type: Fixed Term / Environment: Technical & Site-Based
About the Role Our client is seeking a technically competent professional for a fixed-term contract (5-8 months) to support the execution of a pump station and piping project based near Brits. This role requires a dedicated individual to manage on-site execution, ensuring all mechanical, civil, and electrical installations comply with approved drawings and industry standards. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver who thrives in a live construction environment and possesses a strong technical understanding of mechanical equipment. Duties & Responsibilities What you’ll be doing
Primary Function – Site Management & Coordination
Manage and coordinate the on-site execution of pump station construction and piping installation works. Supervise the installation of pumps, valves, pipelines, supports, and associated equipment. Monitor construction progress against the project schedule and implement corrective actions as required. Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements on-site.
Primary Function – Technical Compliance & Quality Control
Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable codes/standards. Conduct rigorous inspections and quality control checks on welding, fabrication, and installation. Oversee critical activities including pressure testing, flushing, alignment, and commissioning. Read and interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, and general arrangement drawings.
Secondary Function – Stakeholder Liaison & Reporting
Liaise with design engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders to resolve technical issues. Coordinate effectively with contractors and multidisciplinary teams. Prepare detailed site reports, progress updates, and documentation for project tracking.
What you’ll need
Education: Bachelor’s Degree, Ndip, BTech in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical considered with relevant experience). Experience: Minimum 3 to 7 years’ experience in site-based project execution, specifically in pump stations and pipelines. Technical Skills: Demonstrated experience with piping system fabrication, installation, and testing. Standards: Working knowledge of relevant standards (e.g., ASME, SANS codes, or equivalent). Licensing: Valid driver’s license and own vehicle and willingness to be site-based for the full contract duration. Pass Site Medical and Security checks
What is in it for you?
Salary: R50,000 – R80,000 per month (dependent on experience). Duration: Fixed-term contract of 5-8 months. Impact: Direct involvement in large-scale infrastructure and mechanical installations. Environment: A high-standard engineering environment focused on quality and compliance.
A Few Things to Know
This role is 100% site-based near Brits, North West. You will report directly to the Project Manager. Success in this role means ensuring the project remains on schedule while maintaining zero-defect quality in mechanical and piping installations.
Ready to Apply? Click Apply and please complete your application in full. If you don’t hear from us within 3 months, your application was not successful. However, we may contact you for other roles in the future (with your permission). Data Privacy Notice By applying, you consent to Elchemie processing your personal data for the purpose of job matching. Your data will be securely stored and shared only with trusted service providers and clients. Package & Remuneration R 50 000 - R 80 000 - Monthly
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