Graduate Public Health Engineer

A Future with purpose

At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible. We explore challenges with curiosity and creativity - using technology, imagination, and rigour to deliver remarkable outcomes.

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The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Graduate Public Health Engineer to join our team in our Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban office in South Africa.

This role will promote the further growth, development, and service delivery of our building services and infrastructure team.

Is this role right for you?

We’re looking for people who are curious and ready to evolve how you think and work.  Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients – we’d like to hear from you.

·       A recently completed BEng, BSc, or BTech in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a specialized Environmental/Public Health Engineering degree. 

·       Good planning, organisational and time management skills.

·       Good communications skills (both written and verbal)

·       Highly motivated, keen to learn and willing to take on new challenges

·       The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive.

·       Possess a working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit will be an advantage.

·       Possess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and demonstrate an ability to learn new software within a working environment that utilises 3D design and digital automation.

You should be available to start this opportunity on 1 February 2027 or closest date hereto agreed with the firm.

You must hold valid permission to work and live in South Africa i.e., SA citizenship or Permanent Residency.

Please also include with your CV a motivation letter to support your application as well as your full academic transcript including November 2026 /final year results and a synopsis of your final year project. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

As part of our total reward package, we also provide for our permanent members Private medical aid, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Retirement. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Next Steps

Please click on the role that most interests you to find out further information and to apply, attaching any required documents. We will be reviewing applications for this position on a rolling basis. You are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in advance of the application deadline is Friday, 6 November 2026 close of business.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Carien Ferreira at carien.ferreira@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.