Project & Engineering Manager - Industrial Sector (Richards Bay)

SUMMARY:
Are you a dynamic and experienced leader in project and engineering management? A rewarding opportunity is available for a Project & Engineering Manager to lead a dedicated team delivering high-impact engineering solutions across Southern Africa’s aluminium production sites.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Projects

• Manage full project lifecycle: scope, budget, scheduling, and execution.
• Chair monthly project review meetings; oversee reporting and documentation.
• Ensure project safety and compliance with local HSE legislation and client protocols.
• Monitor cash flow, invoicing, and cost variations in coordination with finance.
• Coordinate internal and external project resources, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Provide risk analysis, contractor selection input, and technical guidance.
• Support post-project reviews, ensuring lessons learned and process improvement.

Engineering

• Lead the Engineering department, ensuring efficient resource allocation and output.
• Approve all technical drawings, scopes of work, quality control plans, and standards.
• Oversee engineering compliance, participate in NCR investigations, and enforce timelines.

General Management

• Define and monitor KPIs for both departments.
• Uphold legal and internal standards, including safety directives.
• Submit accurate timesheets and manage team performance and development reviews.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (required)
• ECSA registration (Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng) preferred
• PMP Certification (advantageous)

Experience

• 5–10+ years in engineering and project management
• Proven experience managing complex, multidisciplinary teams
• Strong background in budgeting, compliance, and risk management
• Experience in aluminium smelters or heavy industrial environments is an advantage