Senior Mechanical Engineer

3 days ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Nicholas O'Dwyer Ltd Full time
The Vacancy

About The Company

At Nicholas O'Dwyer, sustainability is at the core of our work. If you are looking to advance your career in a socially responsible company, which has a proven track record over 90 years, and is committed to creating a sustainable planet, we invite you to be part of our team.

Our mission is to provide innovative and reliable solutions using cutting edge technology and expertise, to ensure project success and employee satisfaction. We deliver infrastructure projects in water, wastewater, transportation, civil and structural engineering, flood protection, and energy including renewables. With headquarters in Ireland, we also operate in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

As part of the RSK Group, an amalgamation of over 200 companies with more than 15,000 employees, we benefit from a global network of opportunities while retaining our brand and autonomy.

About the Role:

Nicholas O'Dwyer is currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work within our Wastewater Department. The successful candidate would be working as part of a team on International and Domestic Wastewater Projects including:
  • Portfolio of Design and Build projects in Sub Saharan Africa and Central Europe
  • Worldbank and EU Funded Wastewater Tenders
  • Irish Water Design and Supervision frameworks
  • Severn Trent Water Design Services
  • Yorkshire Water & AMP7
  • Designer to a number of Tier 1 & 2 Contractors in UK
Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Feasibility Assessments
  • Preparing Preliminary Reports
  • Scoping Investigation Contracts
  • Detailed Design including wastewater networks, pump station and treatment plants
  • Preparing Technical Specification and Contract Documents
  • Procurement Process
  • Coordination of inputs from other team members
  • Client liaison
  • Maintaining a culture of continuous improvements across all aspects of the working environment and projects.
  • Training will be provided to fulfil the requirements of your role, your participation to all essential training will be required.
  • To ensure maximum flexibility and to reflect the Company's evolving needs, additional tasks and responsibilities will form part of this role as it evolves.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Ideally the successful candidate will have a minimum of 7 years' post graduate experience, but less experience would also be considered for exceptional candidates.
  • Ideally the candidate will have experience in the design and/or commissioning of wastewater treatment plants.
  • You will be degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering with an interest in Water Engineering; exceptional candidates in other engineering disciplines such as Process, Chemical, Civil or Electrical who show an aptitude for the wastewater sector would also be considered.
  • Competent in office packages, Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
  • Good time management skills, with the ability to prioritise work and manage many tasks concurrently.
  • Excellent clear and concise communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team.
  • You will have an agile and "Can Do" mindset.
  • Ambitious self-starter with high self-standards.
  • Motivated to be part of a Company with a real purpose, improving the quality of people's lives and communities.
About Us

Our mission is to deliver sustainable solutions that transform communities and bring about lasting positive change. Through a blend of expertise, innovation and global dedication, we envision a world where sustainable engineering protects growing communities.

Nicholas O'Dwyer provides professional services in engineering design, project management, environment and planning, construction supervision and technical and contract advisory. We are one of the most respected Irish consultancies operating in local and international markets, providing professional services to public- and private-sector clients.

Whether in Ireland, the UK or internationally, we understand and solve major challenges associated with delivering and adapting infrastructure for an increasing global population while maintaining a sustainable environment for future generations.

Nicholas O'Dwyer is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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