Engineering Manager

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES022646/Phind

Date posted:

Friday, August 22, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A leading player in the energy sector is seeking a qualified and experienced Mechanical or Industrial Engineer to join their team as Engineering Manager. This full-time position is based in Johannesburg, with responsibilities extending to project sites across Southern Africa.

POSITION INFO:
The successful candidate will have strong leadership abilities, extensive project management expertise, and experience in supply chain management. This role requires an individual who is comfortable working in a greenfield environment, handling multiple projects and proposals simultaneously, and driving the development of infrastructure in the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage end-to-end project management activities.
Costing and planning of power generation projects.
Costing, layout, and design of customer sites and distribution depots.
Oversee and manage the LNG supply chain and logistics.
Recruit, develop, and manage engineering staff.
Act as the company’s Health & Safety Officer, ensuring compliance across all operations.
Support business development initiatives through technical input and cost modelling.
Drive successful project implementation, including on-site management responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
At least 10 years’ management experience in running and managing engineering projects.
Practical experience in the natural gas, oil, or power generation industry (or similar).
Strong project implementation experience with on-site exposure.
Proven knowledge of efficiencies of various fuel sources.
Solid understanding and application of Health & Safety regulations in an energy or gas environment.
Demonstrated expertise in supply chain management and logistics.

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