Traffic Engineer

Position: Traffic Engineer

Function: Roads & Highway

Location: Cape Town

PRIMARY POSITION PURPOSE

This position is responsible for the technical design of projects within the section and will be required to provide assistance to Engineers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft technical reports of acceptable technical and presentational quality

• Lead a small team of Technicians/Draughtsmen on a project

• Query details suggesting more acceptable solutions

• Able to present / represent his/ her specific technical work (presentations/ meetings)

• Familiar with work procedures

• Responsible for completion of specifically assigned tasks to time and cost

• Develop understanding of local functional business technologies and markets

• Ability to check and inspect constructed works for compliance to design and specifications with moderate supervision

• Awareness of time and cost implications on projects

• Assist with straightforward bids

• Train Technicians/Draughtsmen in relevant software tools

• Manage meeting schedule and agendas and compile minutes

• Providing assistance to Engineers with regards to checking of technical designs

• Completing technical duties as directed by the Engineer inclusive of design, costing and specifications

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• B.ENG or B Tech degree OR Advanced Diploma from an accredited university

• 3 to  years’ experience

• Previous design experience with Civil3D will be advantageous

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a diverse and multi- disciplinary environment

• Valid driver’s licence.

• Access to a reliable vehicle for business travel when required.

• Valid passport for domestic and international travel as required.

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