Wet Services Project Engineer

Job Description

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Wet Services Project Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves contributing to the design, coordination, and delivery of wet services engineering solutions across various projects. While the guidelines outlined below serve as a framework for the role, they are not exhaustive and may evolve based on project needs and organizational priorities.

• Performing full plumbing and drainage designs in accordance with SANS 10252 and SANS 10400. Knowledge of British codes and related applications to plumbing and drainage is advantageous.
• Perform theoretical design.
• Generate project budgets, manage valuation certificates and produce cost reports.
• Generate tender documents, specifications, measure and produce Bills of Quantities (B.O.Q’s), and compile JBCC-based tender documents.
• Attend site visits and meetings, and perform any actions arising therefrom.

• Model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you.
• Contribute to the identification of SHEQ risks and drive processes to achieve Zero Harm.
• Embrace, display, and promote the company values and ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times.

• BSc or BTech in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 3‑5 years’ experience in Wet Services Design and project management; MEPF building services experience highly advantageous.
• Candidate engineer with ECSA; professionally registered with ECSA highly advantageous.
• Experience with Autodesk software such as Revit and AutoCAD;
  Bluebeam experience advantageous.
• Solid knowledge of SANS 10252 and SANS 10400 and supplemental knowledge of equivalent codes.
• Experience in project budgets, valuation certificates and cost reports.
• Experience in tender documents, measuring of Bills of Quantities (BOQ’s) and compiling JBCC-based tender documents.

• Must be mobile and have own transport.
• Computer literacy.
• Effective communication skills (written and oral); fluency in English essential.
• Ability to travel to remote project sites as required; willingness and ability to travel internationally.

We recognize that work is only one part of our lives, and making time for the other things in our lives is important – be that our families, our friends, or ourselves. If working from home, working part‑time, or having flexible start and finish times will help with this, let us know as part of your application. As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, we offer standard benefits including first‑class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

We strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP.

Here at WSP we are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, and actively encourage candidates from designated groups, including black people, women, and persons with disabilities, to apply. As part of our commitment to transformation and equity, we will give due consideration to affirmative action measures where applicable.

If you are a person with a disability and meet the inherent requirements of the role, please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodation or support during the recruitment process.

What if we can have a work‑life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can! Be you, be happy – we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture that respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring.

With us, you can. Apply today.