MEPF Site Mechanical Engineer

Our client is seeking a skilled MEPF Site Mechanical Engineerto represent the design and engineering team on site during the construction of a cable landing station in East London. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that mechanical electrical plumbing and fire protection installations meet approved designs specifications and quality standards. This is a site-based opportunity for an engineer who combines strong technical expertise with sound judgement attention to detail and the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple disciplines.

• Monitor MEPF installations to ensure compliance with approved drawings specifications and design requirements.
• Conduct QA/QC inspections and identify and escalate deviations or installation concerns.
• Make routine technical and coordination decisions on site while escalating matters that may impact cost programme or design intent.
• Support commissioning and testing activities including witnessing tests and reviewing results against design criteria.
• Monitor installation progress and communicate delays risks and technical concerns to the project management team.
• Compile manage and close out snagging and punch lists.
• Assist with the supervision and coordination of MEPF subcontractors and other trades.
• Maintain accurate site documentation including inspection reports RFIs site instructions photographic records and continuous as-built information.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of project documentation using ACC Forma where applicable.

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Approximately 6 years relevant site experience ideally at mid- to senior level.
• Previous experience within data centres telecommunications or other critical infrastructure projects would be advantageous.
• Strong working knowledge of MEPF systems and multidisciplinary coordination on active construction sites.
• Experience with quality assurance inspections commissioning and construction documentation.
• Knowledge of ACC Forma would be advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the confidence to make independent technical decisions and recognise when escalation is required.
• Excellent written communication reporting and documentation skills.
• 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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