419 Transportation Engineers jobs in South Africa

WSP has a new opportunity for aJunior Traffic and Transportation Engineerto be part of ourTransport & Infrastructureteam on afull-timebasis, based inCape Town or Midrand.The typical role and responsibilities of this role is to provideTraffic and Transport Planning Engineering servicesin the highways, land development, mining, infrastructure, environmental and property and buildings sectors. Priorities will change according to business requirements; however, it is an expectation of that the candidate will also have the following:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Undertake and deliver high quality transportation impact assessments for any land-use development type for project in South Africa, and in Africa to relevant local or lender standards.
• Assist with transport planning projects for road authorities, government and developers under principal review.
• Proven experience, including but not limited to:
• Transportation Impact Assessments for any type of land-use development
• Assessment and conceptual design of non-motorised transport infrastructure
• Assessment and conceptual design of public transport infrastructure
• Working knowledge of Transportation planning for small to medium scale land-use or transport upgrade projects
• Experience in the design of traffic signal layouts and traffic signal timing plans
• Plan and organize traffic and transport field investigations for analysis, including providing interpretation of traffic data in a collaborative team environment.
• Prepare practical technically competent reports, documents and proposals under principal review.
• Contribute in the implementation of corporate HSSE programs across our office teams.
• Communicate with potential clients undertaking business development in the property, energy, logistics, transport and mining sectors

Health and Safety:

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

Skills:

• Significant traffic and transport planning consultancy experience in South Africa and in countries abroad
• Ability to manage client relationships, time management, and ability to manage small projects.
• Ability to write high quality technical reports (in English), strong English communication skills and critical thinking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A completedBEng/BSc/BTech in Civil Engineering
• 5 to 10 years relevant experience
• Must be registered as Candidate Engineer with ECSA, and nearing professional registration.
• Proven track record in utilizing traffic and transport planning software:
• Proficient in SIDRA intersection and network analysis.
• Working knowledge of interpreting and assisting with EMME and VISSIM modelling.
• Driver’s licence

Additional Information

What's in it for you?

What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.

• Job Identification 71722
• Locations Building 1, Maxwell Office Park, Midrand, Gauteng, 1685, ZA The Pavilion, 1st Floor, Waterfront, Western Cape, 8001, ZA

WSP has a new opportunity for aJunior Traffic and Transportation Engineerto be part of ourTransport & Infrastructureteam on afull-timebasis, based inCape Town or Midrand.The typical role and responsibilities of this role is to provideTraffic and Transport Planning Engineering servicesin the highways, land development, mining, infrastructure, environmental and property and buildings sectors. Priorities will change according to business requirements; however, it is an expectation of that the candidate will also have the following:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Undertake and deliver high quality transportation impact assessments for any land-use development type for project in South Africa, and in Africa to relevant local or lender standards.
• Assist with transport planning projects for road authorities, government and developers under principal review.
• Proven experience, including but not limited to:
• Transportation Impact Assessments for any type of land-use development
• Assessment and conceptual design of non-motorised transport infrastructure
• Assessment and conceptual design of public transport infrastructure
• Working knowledge of Transportation planning for small to medium scale land-use or transport upgrade projects
• Experience in the design of traffic signal layouts and traffic signal timing plans
• Plan and organize traffic and transport field investigations for analysis, including providing interpretation of traffic data in a collaborative team environment.
• Prepare practical technically competent reports, documents and proposals under principal review.
• Contribute in the implementation of corporate HSSE programs across our office teams.
• Communicate with potential clients undertaking business development in the property, energy, logistics, transport and mining sectors

Health and Safety:

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

Skills:

• Significant traffic and transport planning consultancy experience in South Africa and in countries abroad
• Ability to manage client relationships, time management, and ability to manage small projects.
• Ability to write high quality technical reports (in English), strong English communication skills and critical thinking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A completedBEng/BSc/BTech in Civil Engineering
• 5 to 10 years relevant experience
• Must be registered as Candidate Engineer with ECSA, and nearing professional registration.
• Proven track record in utilizing traffic and transport planning software:
• Proficient in SIDRA intersection and network analysis.
• Working knowledge of interpreting and assisting with EMME and VISSIM modelling.
• Driver’s licence

Additional Information

What's in it for you?

What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can! WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application. Job Info

• Job Identification 71722
• Locations Building 1, Maxwell Office Park, Midrand, Gauteng, 1685, ZA The Pavilion, 1st Floor, Waterfront, Western Cape, 8001, ZA

Overview

Civil Engineer vacancy in Soweto South Africa.

Total OIL AND GAS COMPANY located in Canada serious candidate get all your documents and apply.

Clay Construction Group have opening for the post of Senior Civil Engineer. Job description is as follows below.

• Assisting with site investigations
• Assessing the worth and potential risks of projects
• Developing blueprints using computer-aided design (CA.)

Not specified in the excerpt.

Overview

Our client is a leading renewable energy company specializing in solar PV and hybrid energy solutions. They are passionate about delivering sustainable, cost-effective, and innovative solar energy projects across South Africa.

Solar Civil Engineer

Johannesburg, South Africa

Recruiter: Network Recruitment

NES /KSE

Date posted: Friday, September 26, 2025

• Design and review civil and structural aspects of solar PV systems (e.g., foundations, racking systems, drainage, access roads).
• Conduct site assessments, geotechnical analysis, and topographical evaluations.
• Prepare construction drawings, BOQs, and technical documentation.
• Ensure civil engineering designs meet regulatory, environmental, and safety standards.
• Support project managers during construction and commissioning phases.
• Liaise with subcontractors, local authorities, and clients to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.
• Perform quality inspections and site visits throughout the project lifecycle.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in civil engineering for solar or energy infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, STAAD.Pro or equivalent design software.
• Solid understanding of civil engineering codes and standards (e.g., ACI, Eurocode).
• Familiar with permitting processes and environmental compliance.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Apply now. For more engineering jobs, please visit our site. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles/positions.

Overview

Our client is a leading renewable energy company specializing in solar PV and hybrid energy solutions. They are passionate about delivering sustainable, cost-effective, and innovative solar energy projects across South Africa. As they expand their portfolio of utility-scale and commercial solar installations, they are seeking a skilled and driven Solar Civil Engineer to join our dynamic team.

• Design and review civil and structural aspects of solar PV systems (e.g., foundations, racking systems, drainage, access roads).
• Conduct site assessments, geotechnical analysis, and topographical evaluations.
• Prepare construction drawings, BOQs, and technical documentation.
• Ensure civil engineering designs meet regulatory, environmental, and safety standards.
• Support project managers during construction and commissioning phases.
• Liaise with subcontractors, local authorities, and clients to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.
• Perform quality inspections and site visits throughout the project lifecycle.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in civil engineering for solar or energy infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, STAAD.Pro or equivalent design software.
• Solid understanding of civil engineering codes and standards (e.g., ACI, Eurocode).
• Familiar with permitting processes and environmental compliance.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Apply now. For more information contact: Kagiso Sebalo, Senior Recruitment Consultant.

Job Title : Civil Engineer

Location : Klerksdorp, Northwest Province

Our client, in the agriculture industry, is looking to employ a Civil Engineer to join their team in Klerksdorp, Northwest Province.

As a Civil Engineer, your purpose is to contribute to the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure projects within the agriculture industry, ensuring optimal efficiency and functionality.

Analysis, Design, and Procurement :

• Gather all relevant site and problem statement information in order to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the project at hand.
• Liaise with other disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Operations).
• Analyse and design relevant and cost-effective solutions.
• Prepare design and procurement information (design drawings, BOQ’s, mark-ups, etc.).
• Manage procurement process (RFQ, RFP, and Tenders).

Evaluate submission

• Negotiate with contractors
• Make recommendations
• Acquire client approval through work submissions.
• Manage or oversee Civil Technologists, Draughtsman, Clerk of Works, and other team members in executing the required works described above.
• Research and development with regard to relevant technologies and applications.

• Devise project execution plan.
• Kick-off meetings with all relevant parties and site documentation.
• Construction Quality Assurance (QA).
• Management of the project within budget, quality, and timeframes.
• SHEQ.

• Construction QA.
• Construction inspections with client and contractor with all relevant documentation.
• As-built drawings with final sign-off.
• Payment processing.
• Asset lists and capitalisation of constructed infrastructure.

• Conduct conditions assessments and structural audits.
• Manage the inspections done by Civil technical personnel.
• Manage / oversee the technical assessment of infrastructure conditions.
• Verify and improve or devise new maintenance specifications.
• Oversee the procurement and appointment process for maintenance contractors.
• Devise, acquire approval, and implement maintenance policies for civil infrastructure.
• Devise long-term maintenance plans, acquire client approval, and execute in sequential stages.
• Manage / oversee maintenance expenditure to approved budgets.
• Oversee the maintenance works executed by civil maintenance teams.

• Manage Civil Discipline as Civil Engineering Discipline Lead.
• Devise / oversee yearly budgets on all relevant civil infrastructure (Grain, Commercial, Housing, and Head Office) based on inspections, requests, long-term plans, and all related information.
• Manage client relations.
• Devise short and long-term plans on maintenance and capital expenditure on all relevant civil infrastructure.
• Liaise and engage with other disciplines and grow the maturity of the Engineering and Property Assets (EPA) Unit.
• Improvement of Unit procedures, processes, and systems.

Manage / Oversee the various administrative tasks associated with the Civil Engineering Discipline Lead, such as :

• Timesheets
• Team management
• Documentation
• Improvement of Unit procedures, processes, and systems
• Unit and team administration

• B.Eng Civil Engineering
• 4+ Years of experience as a Civil Engineer
• 4+ Years of experience in structural engineering (not in the water industry)
• Experience in the Agricultural industry

Summary

Our client in Centurion is looking for an In-House Civil Engineer to support the design, regulatory compliance, and erection of outdoor advertising billboards. The successful candidate will be responsible for site assessments, structural design, regulatory approvals, and construction oversight to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments considering soil stability, topography, drainage, and geotechnical factors.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to optimize billboard placement for visibility while ensuring structural feasibility.
• Review zoning, utility lines, and other site-specific considerations to mitigate risks.

• Develop structural plans for billboard foundations, support columns, framing, and signage panels.
• Perform load calculations for static and dynamic forces such as wind.
• Ensure foundation designs meet safety and durability standards.

• Prepare engineering drawings and calculations for municipal approvals.
• Navigate local bylaws and engage with authorities, including SANRAL and the Department of Environmental Affairs, for site-specific approvals.
• Ensure compliance with SAMOAC and other outdoor regulations.

• Supervise contractors during billboard erection to ensure proper construction practices.
• Monitor foundation pouring, assembly, and installation for structural integrity.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to maintain schedules and quality standards.