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POSITION INFO:
Our client has a big solar/substation project in Upington and is looking for a Civil Engineer - QAQC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control) - PV (Photovoltaic) & BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems)
Job Title: Civil Engineer (QAQC) - PV & BESS
Location: Upington, South Africa
Salary: Market related
Closing date: End May 2024
Employment Type: Contract work
Responsibilities:
- Review project specifications, drawings, and procedures related to civil construction for PV and BESS installations.
- Develop and implement comprehensive quality plans and procedures specific to civil works, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
- Conduct regular inspections and audits of civil construction activities, including foundation construction, structural installations, and cable trenching.
- Verify material compliance and quality assurance throughout the construction phase.
- Identify and address non-conformities or deviations from quality standards and recommend effective corrective actions.
- Collaborate closely with testing and commissioning teams to ensure readiness of civil components for system integration and operation.
- Monitor and enforce strict safety and environmental compliance during civil construction activities.
- Prepare detailed QAQC reports documenting findings, recommendations, and compliance status.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, test results, and compliance certificates.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of proven experience in QAQC roles focused on civil construction.
- Experience in Solar projects.
- Strong knowledge of civil construction processes, materials, and industry standards.
- Solid understanding of QAQC principles and methodologies.
- Familiarity with relevant regulations and standards applicable to renewable energy projects.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
- Certification in quality management (e.g., ISO 9001) is highly desirable.
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2. Due to the nature of the position, that we can do an ITC check if our client is interested in your CV.
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