TERRAIN &
STRUCTURAL
Civil engineers specialising in township establishment, road networks, water supply, sanitation and housing design across South Africa.
A professional engineering consultancy committed to high-quality township establishments.
Founded in Johannesburg by passionate engineers with a shared goal of transforming underserved communities into thriving functional spaces.
Township establishment layout — road grid & erven
TS Consulting (Terrain and Structural) is a professional engineering consultancy with a commitment to deliver high quality, technically sound township establishments and service designs across South Africa. Founded in Johannesburg, Gauteng by passionate engineers with a shared goal of changing underserved communities and land into thriving functional spaces with cutting edge engineering and design.
Since the establishment of TS Consulting in 2023, the company has grown into a trusted name in the township development space, with a track record of delivering community led projects. The most substantial current project is the Riverfields Township Development Project in Kempton Park, led by the company from initial surveying to detailed service infrastructure and housing design.
Mission: To deliver sustainable and innovative solutions in order to uplift South African communities.
Vision: To become the leading consultancy in township development leaving a lasting impact on communities it serves.
Township road with stormwater infrastructure
Company Focus
Township establishment and design covering roads, stormwater, water supply, sanitation, housing and social facilities design.
Integrity
Transparent & accountable
Community
People at the heart
Excellence
Highest standards
Innovation
Cutting-edge solutions
Earthworks & Grading
Drainage Pipe Installation
On-Site Engineering
Road Completion
What We Do
Comprehensive engineering services for township development
Roads & Stormwater
Road alignment, geometric design, drainage systems, culverts, and flood control infrastructure.
Water Supply
Water distribution networks, reservoir design, pipe sizing, and hydraulic analysis using EPANET.
Sanitation
Sewer networks, wastewater management, and reticulation design for township communities.
Housing & Social Facilities
Structural design of residential units, community halls, and public buildings.
Geotechnical Assessment
Soil profiling, foundation recommendations, dolomite risk evaluation and Atterberg limits testing.
Surveying & Mapping
Site levelling, field measurements, topographic mapping and boundary surveys.
| Service Area | Lead Team Member |
|---|---|
| Roads & Stormwater | Tanya Fundi, Thabang Malotana, Princess Machingura |
| Water Supply & Sanitation | Makanaka Chitsike, Njabulo Mnqayi |
| Buildings & Housing | Malak Teima |
Tools & Methods
Modern engineering software for precision and efficiency
AutoCAD
Detailed engineering drawings
Civil 3D
Alignment, grading, drainage
EPANET
Hydraulic water network analysis
Prokon
Structural analysis & design
Revit
3D building models
Google Earth Pro
Site & terrain assessment
Our Work
Real-world engineering projects completed by TS Consulting
Riverfields Township Establishment
The most substantial current project of the company — leading the full scope from initial surveying to detailed service infrastructure and housing design. This flagship development encompasses road networks, water and sanitation systems, stormwater management, and residential unit design for a complete township establishment serving the growing Kempton Park community.
Ceasarsvlei Road Improvement Project
Geometric road design, roadway alignments using Civil 3D. Improved understanding of transportation planning and geometric design standards.
Water Supply Distribution Network
EPANET software analysis for a 1.4 km² developing town. Hydraulic analysis, pressure management, and pipe network planning.
Site Levelling & Mapping
Field measurements, ground profiling, and mapping of land features using surveying equipment for township layout planning.
Geotechnical Assessment
Atterberg limits testing, soil profiling, and foundation recommendations for township development sites in dolomite-prone areas.
What Others Say
Endorsements from academic supervisors and project mentors
The TS consulting team demonstrated excellent technical knowledge and professionalism throughout the Geotechnical Atterberg limits project. Their recommendations were practical, well researched and clearly communicated.
The students consistently produced high-quality work and showed strong analytic problem-solving skills during the hydraulics project investigating flow characteristics in an open channel.
Their ability to work collaboratively and manage project deadlines effectively was impressive. Final deliverables reflected careful attention to detail and technical competence.
The team approached the project with professionalism and integrity. Their proposed engineering solutions were sustainable, feasible and aligned with project objectives.
Communication throughout the project was clear and professional. The team demonstrated strong teamwork, leadership and a solid understanding of engineering principles.
The TS Consulting group displayed initiative and commitment in delivering technically sound recommendations supported by thorough research and analysis.
Our People
Executive leadership and design team structure
Get In Touch
Dedicated to creating positive change beyond project areas
Community Engagement
TS Consulting meets regularly with ward councillors, community representatives, and Riverfields residents to ensure designs reflect community needs. The firm works with secondary schools and TVET colleges across Gauteng on engineering awareness workshops and site visits.
CSR Initiatives: Local economic growth through SMME opportunities, mentorship for university engineering courses, and joint project work.
Team Responsibilities & CVs
Summary of contributions and downloadable curriculum vitae
- TMThabang Malotana: Transportation engineering content, Ceasarsvlei Road Improvement Project, Services matrix
- PMPrincess Machingura: Surveying practicals, geotechnical assessment, site mapping
- MCMakanaka Chitsike: Hydraulic design, EPANET analysis, Water Supply Network project
- NMNjabulo Mnqayi: Municipal infrastructure, sanitation, community engagement section
- TFTanya Fundi: Stormwater management, drainage design, HSE & Sustainability
- MTMalak Teima: Urban infrastructure, housing design, building structures, technology section
Download Team CVs (PDF):
Thabang Malotana Princess Machingura Makanaka Chitsike Njabulo Mnqayi Tanya Fundi Malak Teima