Principal Engineering Assistant x3 Jobs at Rand Water South Africa

Rand Water is recruiting three qualified professionals for the position of Principal Engineering Assistant across Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering disciplines.

Job Title: Principal Engineering Assistant x3 (Civil, Mechanical and Electrical)
Location: Glenvista, Rietvlei, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 01 July 2026
Contract Type: Full Time
Reference Number: RAN260618-1
Department: Bulk Water Services – Operations

The role focuses on providing technical, administrative, and quality assurance support for engineering projects while ensuring planning, design, execution, compliance monitoring, and reporting activities are conducted efficiently in accordance with organisational standards and regulatory requirements.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced engineering professionals seeking to contribute to major infrastructure and water services operations in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Support

Successful candidates will be responsible for supporting engineering project implementation through:

Compiling and maintaining project documentation and specifications
Supporting site inspections
Ensuring compliance with approved engineering designs

2. Quality Assurance and Compliance

The role requires maintaining engineering quality standards by:

Ensuring engineering activities comply with QA/QC standards and procedures
Assisting in preparation and implementation of Inspection Test Plans (ITPs)
Reviewing contractor submissions including method statements, drawings, and material approvals
Participating in inspections, audits, and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)

3. Technical Administration

Responsibilities include technical coordination and documentation management through:

Maintaining engineering records, registers, and filing systems
Preparing technical reports and progress updates
Coordinating communication between contractors and internal teams
Supporting procurement processes including technical specifications and evaluations

4. Site and Field Support

Field support duties include:

Conducting site visits to monitor construction and installation activities
Verifying completed work against specifications and engineering drawings
Reporting non-conformances and assisting with corrective action implementation
Supporting workplace health and safety compliance on-site

5. Data Management and Reporting

Reporting and project monitoring duties include:

Capturing and analysing project and quality assurance data
Preparing monthly and quarterly performance reports
Maintaining contractor and project performance dashboards and scorecards

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should meet the following qualifications and experience requirements:

National Diploma or Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
Minimum 5 years experience in QA/QC, construction supervision, or engineering monitoring
Knowledge of South African engineering standards and regulations including SANS and API
Familiarity with QA/QC procedures and quality management systems

Advantageous Qualifications

The following will provide an added advantage:

Project Management qualification or experience
Registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)

Required Knowledge

Candidates should demonstrate strong understanding of:

Civil engineering principles and practices
Quality assurance and quality control systems
Construction methods, materials, and techniques

Inspection and testing procedures
Document control and record management
South African engineering regulations and standards
Analytical thinking and problem-solving techniques

Essential Skills

Successful applicants should possess:

Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Report writing and technical documentation abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Planning and reporting skills
Interpersonal and conflict management skills
Strong leadership capability
Sound decision-making ability

Required Professional Attributes

Rand Water seeks professionals who demonstrate:

Proactive and detail-oriented work ethic
Ability to work independently and within teams
Strong organisational and time management skills
Adaptability within changing environments
Professionalism and courteous workplace conduct

Why Consider This Opportunity

This position offers engineering professionals the opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure and water services operations within one of South Africa’s leading water utility organisations.

Employees will gain exposure to project management, quality assurance systems, contractor coordination, and engineering compliance within critical public infrastructure projects.