Senior/Principal Structural Engineer

RPO Recruitment
Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 2 months ago
Full-time Engineering
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Job Description

Job Description

  • RPO Recruitment’s client, a leading engineering consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior / Principal Structural Engineer to take on a technically senior position in Richards Bay.
  • This role is particularly suited to an engineer with a proven track record in structural evaluations, refurbishment and rehabilitation, as well as experience assessing the condition and remaining service life of structures. Exposure to mining environments will be highly advantageous.
  • The successful individual will play a senior technical role within the business, taking responsibility for project delivery while supporting the development of less experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

  • Provide senior technical direction on structural engineering assignments.
  • Lead the assessment of existing structures and identify appropriate remedial solutions.
  • Develop rehabilitation strategies and recommendations based on structural condition.
  • Oversee structural design work and ensure technically sound project outcomes.
  • Take responsibility for the successful execution of assigned projects.
  • Attend client engagements and provide professional engineering advice.
  • Conduct site-based investigations and inspections.
  • Guide and develop junior and intermediate members of the engineering team.
  • Review technical work and contribute to maintaining engineering standards.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with clients and project teams.

Requirements

  • BEng/BSc or equivalent NQF Level 8 qualification in Civil/Structural Engineering.
  • At least 10 years’ professional structural engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated experience across structural design, inspections/assessments and project execution.
  • Strong background in structural rehabilitation and remaining-life evaluations.
  • ECSA Pr Eng registration would be advantageous.
  • Engineers who are actively working towards Pr Eng registration may also be considered.
  • Confident dealing directly with clients and other project stakeholders.
  • Valid driver’s licence and access to own vehicle.
  • Comfortable travelling between the office and mine/project sites as required.

Benefits:

  • Salary:  Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

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You'll apply on RPO Recruitment's own site before 31 December 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationRichards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryEngineering
Experience10+ years
Posted8 September 2026
Closing Date31 December 2026
RPO Recruitment
Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal

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