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This is an entry-level Quality Assurance Field Engineer role in EY's Power & Utilities practice, based in Cape Town. The role supports EY delivery teams through field inspections, validation of installation standards, safety checks, and digital reporting to enable high-quality utility infrastructure deployment. Key responsibilities include conducting field quality inspections, verifying adherence to engineering and safety standards, capturing inspection data, and documenting and tracking defects and corrective actions, while engaging professionally with contractors and customers. It requires a Diploma in Engineering (Industrial, Civil or Mechanical), a valid SA Code B driver's licence, own vehicle, basic computer literacy, and 12-18 months of field experience.
- Compensation
- Not specified ZAR
- City
- Cape Town
- Country
- South Africa
Currency: ZAR
Full Job Description
Position: Quality Assurance Field Engineer (Junior)
Client Industry: Utilities
Location: Cape Town (Preferred)
Division: Consulting Power & Utilities
Reports to: Quality Assurance Lead / Deployment Workstream Lead
1. About EY
EY is a global leader in assurance, consulting, strategy and transactions, and tax. We support organisations in building a better working world through improved performance, digital transformation, and operational excellence.
2. Opportunity Power & Utilities
EYs Power & Utilities practice partners with utilities to modernise infrastructure, digitise operations, enhance customer experience, and strengthen field execution.
3. Role Description
The Quality Assurance Field Engineer (Junior) will support EY delivery teams through field inspections, validation of installation standards, safety checks, and digital reporting to enable high-quality utility infrastructure deployment.
4. Key Responsibilities
- Conduct field quality inspections of utility infrastructure installations.
- Verify adherence to engineering and safety standards.
- Capture inspection data using mobile/web-based tools.
- Identify, document, and track defects and corrective actions.
- Engage professionally with contractors and customers.
- Provide daily reporting and support operational planning.
5. Skills & Attributes
- Attention to detail
- Reliable and organised
- Good communication skills
- Physically fit for outdoor work
- Willingness to learn and solve problems
6. Technical Requirements
- Diploma in Engineering (Industrial, Civil or Mechanical)
- Valid SA Code B drivers licence
- Own reliable passenger vehicle
- Basic computer literacy
- 1218 months field experience in inspection/utility/civil work
