MEPF Site Electrical Engineer
East London - South Africa
Job Summary
A leading organisation is seeking a MEPF Site Electrical Engineer to represent the design and engineering team on site during the construction of a cable landing station in East London. This 14-month site-based opportunity will suit an engineer with strong MEPF coordination QA/QC and critical infrastructure experience who can confidently make day-to-day technical decisions while recognising when matters require escalation.
- Confirm that electrical mechanical plumbing and fire protection installations comply with approved designs specifications and drawings.
- Conduct site inspections and perform QA/QC checks to ensure installation quality and continuous As-Built compliance.
- Make routine technical and coordination decisions on site and escalate matters with cost programme or design implications.
- Support MEPF commissioning and testing activities including witnessing tests and reviewing results against design requirements.
- Monitor daily and weekly installation progress identifying delays construction risks and potential technical concerns.
- Compile manage and close out snagging and punch lists.
- Assist with the supervision and coordination of MEPF subcontractors and integration with other construction trades.
- Maintain accurate site documentation including RFIs inspection reports site instructions photographic records and As-Built information using ACC Forma.
- Degree or diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Approximately 6 years relevant site experience ideally at mid-to-senior level.
- Previous exposure to data centres telecommunications cable landing stations or other critical infrastructure projects will be advantageous.
- Strong working knowledge of MEPF coordination on active construction sites.
- Experience in QA/QC commissioning testing snagging and technical site inspections.
- Knowledge of ACC Forma will be advantageous.
- Strong technical judgement with the confidence to make independent site decisions and escalate appropriately.
- Excellent written communication reporting and document-control capabilities.
- Willingness and availability to be based on site in East London for the full 14-month project duration.
All positions will be filled in accordance with the companys Employment Equity plan. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.
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About Company
Afrizan – Empowering the rapid transformation of recruitment services in South Africa. Afrizan is one of South Africa’s first equity staffing and recruitment solutions providers. With 51% black ownership, 33% black female ownership and 30+ years' experience in recruitment, Afrizan, as ... View more