Your tasks:

• Participate in a 5‑year, structured on‑the‑job training programme in Germany in the field of structural diagnostics (BW‑Diagnostik) and building / infrastructure inspection (Bauwerksprüfung)
• Support in the planning, preparation and execution of inspections of bridges, buildings and other structures
• Apply and further develop methods of structural diagnostics and non‑destructive testing (NDT) under guidance of senior experts
• Record, evaluate and document inspection and measurement results in standardized reports
• Contribute to the assessment of structural condition and to recommendations for maintenance, repair and monitoring
• Work closely with our design, rehabilitation and site supervision teams in Germany
• Take part in internal and external trainings on German standards and guidelines for structural inspection
• Gradual assumption of project responsibility in line with your growing experience and qualifications

Our expectations:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Ideally 2–5 years in property planning, structural engineering, and construction management for infrastructure projects
• Strong interest in structural diagnostics, inspection and maintenance of buildings and infrastructure
• Willingness to relocate to Germany for at least 3 years (ideally for the full 5‑year programme)
• Valid B1 German language certificate from a recognized institution (e.g. Goethe‑Institut, TELC, ÖSD or equivalent) at the start of employment
• High motivation to further improve your German to a professional working level
• Very good command of English (spoken and written)
• High level of reliability, responsibility and safety awareness when working on construction sites and at height
• Structured, analytical way of working and enjoyment of practical, hands‑on tasks
• Ability to work in a team and in an intercultural environment
• Namibian citizenship

What we offer:

• 5‑year training and specialization path in Germany with the goal of certification as Bauwerksprüfer (structural inspector)
• Growing, performance-related salary
• Free furnished accommodation in Germany for the duration of the programme
• One paid return flight per year between Germany and Namibia
• Intensive mentoring and technical coaching by experienced experts in structural diagnostics and bridge / building inspection
• Systematic development of your expertise in German engineering practice, standards and methods
• Long‑term career perspectives within the IGS Group in Germany and Namibia
• For selected, technically suitable and highly motivated candidates without B1 certificate:
• Company‑funded B1 German language course and examination in Namibia, in preparation for relocation to Germany (subject to individual agreement)

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