Job Opportunities at Zutari

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 responsibilities 

• Lead Hydropower design and studies ranging from prefeasibility studies to detailed designs.
• Review hydropower and dam designs and costing.
• Review hydropower energy yield calculations.
• Business Development for hydropower and dams and for the extended Zutari business.
• .Lead digital innovations within the hydropower and dams space to make the delivery of projects more efficient.
• Project management of dams and hydropower projects.
• Integrate and collaborate with other business units within Zutari to enable the implementation of hydropower and dams projects.
• Travel to site and clients throughout Sub-Saharan Africa as required.

Minimum requirements 

• MSc (Preferred) /BSc or MEng (Preferred) /BEng in Civil ]Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in Hydropower Engineering.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (PrEng) with ECSA (Required).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

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What kind of talent do we pursue?

• We employ positive people who believe in making an impact. People who say ‘yes’. People who think differently and connect with the people around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy. We offer exciting opportunities for dynamic and inspiring graduates to grow as engineers and help us reshape the world around us through human-centered design and engineering.

The opportunity to turn theory into impact.

• We know how difficult it is to make sense of all the theory you learned at university. This is your chance to join a multi-disciplinary team of professionals that combine technical mastery, creative intelligence and digital smarts to solve infrastructure challenges every day. This is your opportunity to grow into a holistic solutionist. To turn theory into impact.

Who we’re looking for:

• This graduate role is aimed at recently completed university Civil Engineering graduates to support Zutari’s Water Market where you’ll be exposed to projects in water and sanitation systems. In this environment, you have the opportunity to pursue a career path that best suits your talents and strengths, whether as a specialist or generalist. Your most important attribute will be your attitude. Positive, engaging, with a can-do stance, willing to learn and grow through every challenge.

Role requirements:

• Completed BSc Eng / BEng / MSc / MEng Civil Engineering
• 0-2 years’ post qualification experience
• Sound academic background with an interest in water and sanitation systems, bulk water systems or wastewater/water treatment
• Go-getter seeking an opportunity to learn, gain knowledge and experience
• Curious and critical thinker
• Independent and self-driven
• Excellent work ethic
• Team player with a can-do attitude

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Description

• We at Zutari are human centred engineering consultants and advisors who are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.
• We co-create with our stakeholders and that helps us in providing a solution that is fit for purpose for the end user. 
• At Zutari we are not apologetic about diversity and inclusion.  We recognise the talents and differences of all our people and the ecosystem they represent.  We know that we cannot succeed on our own and we are dependent on our diverse workforce for success.
• We draw on our expertise to engineer solutions that enable communities, economies, and environments to thrive.  We rely on the diversity of our workforce to approach challenges from different perspectives, so we can find solutions that represent and benefit the vibrant people who live on our beautiful continent.  We recognise the challenges our people face and we are single minded about making a difference and seeking out the talent we have. 

What kind of talent are we looking for?

• We relentlessly pursue those rainmakers who are different, those who say it can be done, those who seek alternative innovative solutions and who share our hope of making an impact in the lives of our fellow Africans. 
• Are you intent on leaving a legacy that can benefit future generations?  If you have what it takes, if you are authentic and different, we want to hear from you.  This might just be the place to unleash your creativity. 
• If you have the qualifications, skills, and experience to help us work as a team to engineer human-centred solutions to challenges in Africa, then we would love to hear from you!
• To become part of our diverse workforce of highly skilled professionals, see below our requirements: 

Overall Purpose:  

Minimum Requirements:

• BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering  
• Pr. Eng Registration with ECSA
• Pr CPM Registration with SACPCMP will be an advantage
• Minimum 10 years working experience in Contract administration as “Employer’s Agent”, “Engineer”, Principal Agent” or similar
• Experience as Contract Engineer on SANRAL projects is non-negotiable
• Thorough working knowledge of Conditions of Contract (FIDIC 1999, NEC 3/4, GCC 2010/2015 and JBCC) 
• Thorough working knowledge of specifications and Bill of Quantities (COLTO / COTO, SANS 1200, project specific etc.) 
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills required
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Excellent client relation skills

Relevance of Experience (Position Held)

• The Applicant is required to have experience in at least one of the following Positions (indicate position held for each of three projects):
• Contracts Engineer
• Project leader
• Contracts Engineer (Toll)
• Contracts Manager (Toll)
• Resident Engineer (less preferred)
• Relevance of Experience (Client)
• The experience should be with Client bodies being either South African National Roads Authority and/or Concessionaire and/or Provincial Authority (indicate relevant client body for each of three projects).
• Relevance of Experience (Project Type)
• The Applicant is required to have experience as the Contracts Engineer or Resident Engineer (less preferred) in “Development” Improvement” (Road upgrades) and/or “Development New Facilities” (New Road Infrastructure projects) (indicate relevant project type for each of three projects). Structural Experience would be beneficial.

Responsibilities and/or additional skill requirements: Project Delivery: 

• To act as Engineer, Principal Agent, Employer’s agent or similar on numerous projects.
• Leading and managing teams on site(s)
• Contractor's claims and disputes handling in terms of Construction Contract
• Manage all aspects of variations concerning the various projects worked on.
• Manage all other commercial and contractual processes
• Ensure compliance with OH&S and environmental requirements
• Deliver excellent client service
• Coaching and mentoring junior technical staff

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Role Responsibilities

• Collaborate with structural engineers to develop detailed documentation for bridges and other structural projects.
• Create and maintain AutoCAD / Revit drawings and details for structures / bridge projects.
• Ensure that the details developed are technically feasible.
• Produce accurate and complete construction documents that meet project requirements and standards.
• Review and check drafting work to ensure accuracy and completeness of project documentation.
• Communicate with project team members to ensure effective project coordination.
• Follow company standards and procedures for quality control, documentation, and project management.
• Keep up to date with industry standards and technology advancements in Revit software and add on packages.

Minimum Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years Revit project experience in the structures / bridges industry using Revit daily to produce project deliverables.
• Technical diploma or formal drafting training will be advantageous.
• Extensive experience drafting reinforced concrete and structural steel work.
• Experience working with Autodesk Revit / AutoCAD to produce construction documentation.
• Structures drafting experience.
• Bridge experience will be advantageous.
• Experience working with Autodesk Civil 3D will be advantageous.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to frequent project changes.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently with minimal oversight.
• Ability to interpret and communicate information of a complex technical nature.
• Able to learn and to develop new skills and workflows for new digital tools.
• Ability to work on fast paced design and construct projects.
• Experience in reinforcement detailing will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of structures / bridge design and construction principles.
• Ability to read and understand structural drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge and/or interest in building information modelling (BIM) would be advantageous.

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What kind of talent do we pursue?

Role Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of concrete/steel bridge structures, adhering to relevant codes and standards.
• Contribute to the preparation of design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports, upholding our quality standards.
• Collaborate with and support professional staff across various locations.
• Participate in the design process, from initial concepts to final outputs.
• Support senior engineers in supervising and guiding junior team members.
• Explore and suggest innovative design alternatives for various projects.
• Engage in fast-paced design and construct projects.
• Offer support during the construction phase of diverse structural projects.
• Assist in load rating evaluations for bridge structures.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 3 years experience in bridge design.
• Bachelor’s Degree (BSc/MSc or BEng/MEng) in Structural/Civil Engineering.
• Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), or an equivalent body, is advantageous.
• Adaptability in a dynamic work environment and the ability to handle project shifts.
• Basic proficiency in digital engineering tools and techniques.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Skilled in technical communication and interpretation.
• Eager to learn and adopt new digital tools and workflows.
• Familiarity with basic structural analysis and design tools.
• Experience with Revit and BIM workflows is beneficial.
• Registration with COTO as a culvert or bridge inspector is advantageous

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Role Overview:

• A Secondary Plant Transmission and Distribution Engineer is responsible for the design, and implementation of secondary plant systems in transmission and distribution networks. This includes protection, control, and automation systems that ensure the reliable and efficient operation of electrical power systems. 

Responsibilities:  

• Zutari's Energy Unit in Cape Town/Tshwane is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer/Technologist to join the team and provide assistance and guidance on a range of projects relating to Transmission and Distribution.  
• The candidate should have experience in detailed secondary plant design and commissioning in the utility and renewable energy projects in Africa.   
• This is a great opportunity to join an engineering consultancy focused on delivering engineering solutions that enhance the lives of individuals across the globe.  
• The candidate will also be responsible for building meaningful relationships with local and transactional clients across borders and closer to office 

The suitable candidate will also need to have the following skills and requirements: 

• Develop functional, concept and detailed designs for secondary plant systems for MV, HV and EHV systems, including specifications, protection schemes, control systems, and automation solutions. 
• Proficiency in using engineering software tools for design and analysis (e.g., PowerFactory, ETAP, PSCAD). 
• Strong understanding of protection schemes, relay coordination, and SCADA systems. 
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, NRS). 
• Providing input into the design of transmission and distribution substations 
• Preparation of technical documentation used in the tender process 
• Prepare technical drawings and specifications based on the client’s requirements 
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. 

Soft Skills 

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. 
• Strong project management and organizational abilities. 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams and stakeholders 
• Performs highly complex engineering, design, calculations, analysis when required 
• A team player that is willing to collaborate across multiple disciplines 
• A team player excelling in the commitment of resolution of complex issues 
• Implement budget control and associated change control on contracts 
• Assist in conducting risk analysis and reporting on contracts 
• It would be advantageous to have experience with  PV plant and Wind farm projects 
• It would be advantageous to have experience with Protection coordination studies and implementation 

 Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in or BTech in Electrical Engineering 
• At least 5 years of relevant experience 
• Professional registration or in the process of applying (candidate engineer) 
• Experience in Transmission and Distribution related projects 
• Experience in protection, control, metering and telecommunication designs in substations and power plants 
• It would be advantageous to have experience  with Ccommissioning experience in substations and power plants 

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Key technical requirements: 

• PLS-CADD Profiling: Proficient in using PLS-CADD for overhead line design and profiling. 
• PLS-Pole Monopole Design: Expertise in designing monopole structures using PLS-Pole. 
• PLS-Tower Lattice Tower Design (advantageous): Skilled in designing lattice towers with PLS-Tower. 
• Overhead Line Specification Compilation: Ability to compile detailed specifications for overhead lines. 
• Report Writing: Strong report writing skills to document design processes and project outcomes. 
• BOMs, Reports, and Engineering Calculations: Competence in compiling Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineering reports, and performing detailed calculations. 
• Data Extraction and Compilation: Experience in extracting and compiling data such as sag & tension charts and staking tables. 
• Overhead Power Line Design Principles: Deep understanding of the principles governing overhead power line design. 
• Foundation and Tower Load Pairing: Knowledge of pairing foundations with tower loads to ensure structural integrity. 
• Hardware Selection and Specification: Ability to select appropriate hardware and define technical specifications. 
• Standards Interpretation and Excel Calculations: Proficiency in interpreting standards and implementing calculation formulas in Excel. 

Beneficial technical requirements: 

• CAD drawing ability advantageous (Autocad or microstation) 
• Construction experience on the implementation of OHLs 
• Conductor optimisation analysis 
• Project management skills including schedules in MS Projects. 

Requirements: 

• B.Eng or B.Sc or B.Tech in Electrical Engineering 
• 5 years relevant overhead line design experience in voltage levels up to 400kV 
• Excel, Word 
• PLS-CADD experience 
• Basic Microstation / Autocad skills 
• Wide range of general knowledge of electrical engineering 

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Role responsibilities

• In this position you will join our Waste Management and Circular Economies Team to work on exciting projects that will challenge and enhance your current skillset.  You will join our highly successful Sustainability team, to work on some of the industry’s leading projects.
• The team’s primary role is to push the boundaries of innovation, incorporate sustainability in how we deliver solutions to our client. We know the work we do is vital in assisting our client’s sustainability objectives and, it’s the technical expertise and the depth of knowledge of our people that really sets us apart. Here are the key activities you will do to enable these outcomes as well as the minimum requirements for the role:

Minimum requirements

• Degree/Diploma – Science/ Engineering/ Environmental management or related field.
• Minimum 12 years relevant working experience (with at least 5 years in waste management).
• Project management and organisational skills including financial management of integrated projects.
• Leadership and people management skills including development and mentoring of junior resources.
• Professional registration or working towards registration a requirement (SACNASP or PrEng).
• Experience in providing solutions for alternatives to landfill disposal / zero waste to landfill / waste minimization / circular economies.
• Experience or knowledge of waste management facility design, construction, decommissioning and rehabilitation as well as financial provisioning calculations, would be an advantage.
• Experience with integrated waste management plans and development of waste strategies including feasibility investigations.
• Working knowledge of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act and other related legislation and their application to projects.
• Basic understanding of circular economies concepts. Experience in circular economy projects an added advantage.
• Willing to work with different teams and willing to learn new skills.
• Highly articulated verbal and written communication skills including report writing and communicating technical concepts.
• Strong work winning, client-facing capability and experience, preferably within the consulting environment.
• Project management skills including financial management of integrated projects.
• People management skills and development and mentoring of junior resources.
   

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Role Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and analysis of concrete/steel bridge structures, adhering to relevant codes and standards.
• Contribute to the preparation of design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports, upholding our quality standards.
• Collaborate with and support professional staff across various locations.
• Participate in the design process, from initial concepts to final outputs.
• Support senior engineers in supervising and guiding junior team members.
• Explore and suggest innovative design alternatives for various projects.
• Engage in fast-paced design and construct projects.
• Offer support during the construction phase of diverse structural projects.
• Assist in load rating evaluations for bridge structures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience in bridge design, preferably 2-8 years.
• Adaptability in a dynamic work environment and the ability to handle project shifts.
• Basic proficiency in digital engineering tools and techniques.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
• Skilled in technical communication and interpretation.
• Eager to learn and adopt new digital tools and workflows.
• Bachelor’s Degree (BSc/MSc or BEng/MEng) in Structural/Civil Engineering.
• Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), or an equivalent body, is advantageous.
• Familiarity with basic structural analysis and design tools.
• Experience with Revit and BIM workflows is beneficial.

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Role responsibilities

• Collaborate with structural engineers to develop detailed documentation for bridges and other structural projects.
• Create and maintain AutoCAD / Revit drawings and details for structures / bridge projects.
• Ensure that the details developed are technically feasible.
• Produce accurate and complete construction documents that meet project requirements and standards.
• Review and check drafting work to ensure accuracy and completeness of project documentation.
• Communicate with project team members to ensure effective project coordination.
• Follow company standards and procedures for quality control, documentation, and project management.
• Keep up to date with industry standards and technology advancements in Revit software and add on packages.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3 to 10 years Revit project experience in the structures / bridges industry using Revit daily to produce project deliverables.
• Extensive experience drafting reinforced concrete and structural steel work.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to frequent project changes.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently with minimal oversight.
• Ability to interpret and communicate information of a complex technical nature.
• Able to learn and to develop new skills and workflows for new digital tools.
• Ability to work on fast paced design and construct projects.

Minimum requirements

• Experience working with AutoDesk Revit / AutoCAD to produce construction documentation (min requirement)
• Structures drafting experience (min requirement)
• Bridge experience will be advantageous.
• N. Dip. Or formal drafting training will be advantageous.
• Experience working with AutoDesk Civil 3D will be advantageous.
• Experience in reinforcement detailing will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of structures / bridge design and construction principles.
• Ability to read and understand structural drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.