68 Engineering jobs in Centurion

Requisition #

SC-L5.4

Job title

Category

Sciences

Contract type

Permanent (Employee)

Full Time

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with more than 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role Overview

The Zutari Ground Engineering Team is looking to appoint an Engineering Geologist with the knowledge and experience in detailed technical analysis of the ground conditions to join our established, industry leading team in Tshwane or Cape Town. This position will provide the successful incumbent with a broad range of project opportunities both locally and internationally. The Zutari Ground Engineering Team offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of projects ranging from Energy, Transport, Water, Built Environment, and Resources projects. This provides a good opportunity for developing a career across a broad spectrum of ground engineering solutions. The Engineering Geologist will join a strong cohort of Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologists working closely together in developing solutions.

This role offers a great opportunity to further develop a professional career with a multi-disciplinary international engineering consultancy. We are committed to fostering a culture that empowers our people, promotes teamwork, and encourages sustainability with attractive remuneration packages.

As an engineering geologist, you will be responsible for geological input in projects and ensure these projects are delivered to the client’s requirements, complying with quality standards, and within the agreed programme and budget.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide a mix of technical delivery and project management but with a significant focus on problem-solving, analysis, and design.
• Liaise with other design disciplines to develop and maintain design coordination.
• Responsible for building and maintaining strong client relationships, both internally and externally.
• Ability to apply new knowledge and deliver and devise new approaches in industry in solving complex ground problems.
• Safety is our priority, the candidate must always adhere to all applicable health and safety standards and practices, on-site and in the office.
• Demonstrate some understanding and importance of compiling safety files before site investigations.
• Travel will be necessary from time to time to projects located in South Africa, other countries in Africa, and the Middle East, as well as other countries.

Qualifications Requirements

• BSc (Hons) degree in Engineering Geology, or equivalent.
• A post-graduate qualification will be advantageous.
• Membership with the South African Institute for Engineering and Environmental Geologists (SAIEG) will be advantageous.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years industry experience.
• Communication and report writing skills are required, along with the ability to work with clients to develop new and existing business opportunities.
• Good knowledge and experience record in delivering geological/geotechnical projects using applicable standards and principles.
• Experience in the application of relevant geological and geotechnical software packages (such as gINT, Leapfrog, Rockscience software, GIS, etc).
• Experience in geotechnical investigations including data gathering, site characterisation, formulating ground models, sampling, analysis of ground conditions and laboratory results, and report writing.
• Skill and experience in geological/geotechnical analysis and providing inputs into design.
• Demonstrate experience of working across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Demonstrate commercial and project financial awareness, including the preparation of proposals and bid submissions.
• Experience in managing small projects will be advantageous.
• The ability to provide mentoring and technical guidance for younger graduate engineering geologists would be a recommendation.
• Proactive communication skills to work with colleagues and other design teams.
• Ability to communicate confidently and professionally with all levels of staff and clients.

Software Competency Requirements

• GiNT (Openground will be advantageous)
• Rockscience software (Dips, RocFall, RocTopple, RocPlane, Swedge etc.)
• Leapfrog (Advantageous)
• MS Office Suite

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Do you have an Engineering Degree and are not sure where to apply? As a Specialist Recruitment Consultant, I am always on the hunt for exceptional graduates. With a vast client list, all I need is your profile.

• BEng in Electrical/Electronic/Electromechanical/Computer Engineering

• 60% cumulative average
• Interesting final year project

As a Specialist Recruitment Consultant, I work with some of the most exciting and innovative companies in the industry and theyre looking for talented graduates like you. Whether your passion lies in design, manufacturing, project management, or R&D, I have direct access to opportunities that match your skills, goals, and ambitions.
With a vast network of top-tier clients, I can connect you with roles that offer real growth, hands-on experience, and the chance to work on groundbreaking projects. All I need is your profile and together, well find the role that kick-starts your career.

• BEng in Electrical/Electronic/Electromechanical/Computer Engineering

• 60% cumulative average
• Interesting final year project

• BEng / BSc in Electrical / Electronic / Mechatronic / Mechanical Engineering

• Average of 70% and above
• Interesting final year project