Project Engineer

Recruiter:

Guardian Recruiting

Job Ref:

2742773755

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We are seeking a results-driven Industrial Engineer with approximately 5 years’ experience, ideally within an FMCG, food production, or manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving operational efficiency through the planning, execution, and implementation of continuous improvement and capital projects across production and supply chain functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and support end-to-end project implementation, from concept through to execution and post-implementation review
Analyse existing processes to identify efficiency improvements, cost reductions, and productivity gains
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, quality, and supply chain
Develop and optimise process flows, layouts, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes
Utilise data analysis and reporting to support decision-making and track performance improvements

Requirements:

BEng / BSc / BTech in Industrial Engineering or related field (Degree preferred, BTech only with suitable seniority and expertise)
Approximately 5 years’ relevant experience, preferably within FMCG, food production, or manufacturing
Proven experience in a project-based or project implementation role
Strong understanding of process optimisation, production systems, and operational workflows
Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement frameworks
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills

Key Attributes:

Hands-on, practical, and solutions-orientated
Strong communicator with the ability to influence across teams
Highly organised with strong project coordination skills
Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced production environment

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