Construction Professional Zuko Peter shares his concern regarding Construction companies fraudulently using engineers' CVs to secure contracts without hiring them. He says this unethical practice can lead to legal consequences for engineers and damage their credibility. Professional bodies and clients should take action to address this issue and prevent it from happening in the future.
The South African construction industry is facing a serious problem, in which companies are fraudulently using CVs to obtain tenders for projects. They advertise job openings, and when qualified engineers apply, the companies use their CVs to secure contracts without actually hiring them. This is not only unethical but also has serious consequences for the engineers involved.
If anything happens to the project, such as a structural collapse or loss of life, the engineer whose CV was used may be held accountable even though they were not involved in the execution of the project. This can damage their credibility and even lead to legal consequences. Professional bodies should take action to address this issue and ensure that engineers are not exploited in this way.
Furthermore, the clients who award the tenders have an obligation to make sure that the site personnel listed on the contract are actually involved in the project. They should verify the information provided by the companies and hold them accountable for any false or misleading statements. It is unacceptable for companies to put engineers' careers at risk by fraudulently using their CVs.
We urge the authorities to take a strong stance against this criminal act and behavior. This includes investigating companies that engage in such practices, prosecuting those responsible, and implementing measures to prevent it from happening in the future.
The construction industry must prioritize ethics and integrity, and all stakeholders, including companies, clients, and professional bodies, must work together to ensure that engineers are treated fairly and their rights are protected.
Zuko Peter - is a Construction Professional with a National Diploma in Building Engineering with over 12 yrs experience in various positions working on Civil and Building sector.
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