Senior Traffic & Public Transport Engineering Specialist (Afrikaans Speaking)

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with more than 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Overall Purpose

Zutari's Transport Unit is seeking an Engineer / Technologist who specialises in Traffic & Transport Engineering to join our Transportation Planning section. This is a great opportunity in George, Southern Cape Province looking to join a dynamic transportation team.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with and supporting a team of experienced and specialist traffic and transport engineers
• Technical management of transport engineering projects, which range from small traffic impact assessments through major public transport planning, implementation and operational management projects running over many years
• Participation in the administration of projects in line with company requirements
• Lead or assist with compiling tenders for any Transport Planning/Traffic Engineering related opportunities
• Plan all types of field surveys, engaging with surveying team, and analysis of results
• Planning oversight and involvement in existing Integrated Public Transport Network (IPTN) route operations
• Planning of new public transport routes as necessitated by demand
• Scheduling of public transport services, including the development and amendment of timetables
• Clear and concise reporting of any investigations undertaken in both report and presentation formats
• Attendance and reporting at various meetings with Clients, operational teams and third parties etc.
  
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• BEng /BSc / BTech Engineering qualification
• 5-10 years relevant working experience with an interest in Transportation Planning / Public Transport
• Should be able to speak English and Afrikaans
• Ability to develop and enhance client relationships
• A self-motivated individual with the ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in a team environment, within a client office and other 3rd parties
• Must have a valid South Africa driving licence and be willing and able to travel, when required.
  
  
  

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.