Job Description

WSP Africa is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Thermal Power Plant Engineer who will function as a senior technical consultant for Thermal Power Plants with a specific focus on Nuclear Power Plants in Southern Africa and also able to support the international business as required.

Registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA is required

The role will be based at our WSP Africa Johannesburg offices and will require foreign travel; specific travel to locations within Africa/USA/Canada and the UK.

• Managing and performing high quality technical advisory works

• Project Management and interfacing between engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, civil and control and instrumentation) and WSP offices in USA/Canada and the UK

• Prepare functional designs, specifications and tender documents for Thermal Power Plants with a specific focus on Nuclear Power Plant projects according to internationally accepted standards.

• Pursue Nuclear opportunities in Africa and work with our International Offices in the USA/Canada and the UK to secure opportunities

• Build and grow a team of Nuclear experts in South Africa

• Provide Project Engineering support for Nuclear projects in the licensing and development phases

• Provide project engineering support during the execution phase of thermal generation projects including responding to technical queries, factory inspections and testing of materials and monitoring progress of construction on site

• Preparation of proposals for consultancy services

Health and Safety

• Role 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

• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm

• Embracing, displaying and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times

• BSc Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) Degree 
• 8+ years’ experience on Nuclear Power Plants 
• An in-depth knowledge and field expertise regarding the development and licensing of Nuclear Power Plants
• Technical advisory experience towards Investors, Project Developers, Government entities and Banks
• An in-depth knowledge and field expertise regarding Nuclear infrastructure in Southern Africa
• Proven experience in business development
• Knowledge of various conventional Nuclear and small Modular Reactor technologies
• International thermal power plant project development and delivery experience
• Past experience covering a range of thermal power plant lifecycle delivery (including feasibility and development engineering, construction monitoring, witnessing testing and commissioning activities, and operational monitoring / inspections)

• ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer is required;

Key Competencies and Generic Skills

• Ability to work within a team of engineers
• Good communication skills
• Good technical report writing skills
• Ability to manage time, quality and effort in order to deliver a quality product within time and cost constraints
• Ability to coordinate and manage projects
• Ability to work under pressure
• Must be able to function independently

Additional information

What's in it for you?

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!

WSP recognizes 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. So, 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, WSP offers standard benefits including first-class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions. Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring.

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. With Us you

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