Civil Engineering Graduate Programme at Fraser Alexander

Fraser Alexander invites ambitious and recent university graduates to apply for its structured Civil Engineering Graduate Programme. This initiative is engineered to provide aspiring engineers with practical workplace learning, technical mentorship, and field exposure within specialized sub-disciplines across Southern African mining and infrastructure project operations.

As a graduate engineer, you will work alongside registered professional engineers, project managers, and technical specialists on operational sites. This programme bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world construction, quality assurance, and civil infrastructure execution, positioning graduates on a solid track toward eventual professional registration.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Collaborate with engineering teams to conduct technical field inspections and project data evaluations.
• Review, prepare, and verify quality assurance documentation across construction files.
• Analyze operational site data to generate actionable engineering recommendations.
• Assist with structural and earthworks calculations, drawings, and technical task planning.
• Ensure compliance with comprehensive occupational health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Participate actively in site technical meetings and progress report drafting.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

• Proactive learner demonstrating technical curiosity and a positive, adaptable mindset.
• Methodical problem solver with high attention to detail in technical administration.
• Team player possessing strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
• Resilient individual eager to travel and gain hands-on site construction experience.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for an engineering graduate programme role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R15,000 – R24,000 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Graduates participate in structured rotations, technical masterclasses, and one-on-one mentorship aligned with ECSA candidate registration milestones, opening pathways into substantive engineering management appointments.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Eligible civil engineering graduates must submit their application, CV, and academic transcripts online before the application deadline on 11 November 2026. Psychometric testing and background verifications form part of the selection process.

• Grade 12 / Matric qualification
• Completed Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) or BSc in Civil Engineering
• Currently unemployed and have not participated in a prior graduate development programme
• Medically fit for operational mining and construction environments
• Valid South African driver's license
• Willingness to relocate to any Fraser Alexander operational site across South Africa
• Clear criminal record and willingness to complete pre-employment psychometric assessments