Systems Engineer (Industrial Engineering)

SUMMARY:
Systems Engineer (Industrial Engineering)
East Rand

Position Purpose
To analyse, design, optimise, and implement integrated business systems, organisational structures, processes, and operational frameworks that improve efficiency, productivity, profitability, and overall organisational performance. The role is responsible for aligning people, processes, technology, and resources to support strategic business objectives while driving continuous improvement across the organisation.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Organisational Design & Development Analyse existing organisational structures and operating models. Design and implement efficient organisational frameworks and reporting structures. Develop business processes, governance frameworks, and operational procedures. Support organisational transformation and change management initiatives. Conduct workforce planning and organisational capability assessments. Develop job structures, role definitions, and process ownership models. Business Process Improvement Map, analyse, and optimise business processes across departments. Identify operational inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste. Develop and implement process improvement initiatives. Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence programs. Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and Industrial Engineering methodologies to improve performance. Systems Engineering & Integration Design and implement integrated business systems and workflows. Analyse interactions between departments, systems, and operational functions. Develop performance measurement systems and operational dashboards. Support ERP, workflow, and business process automation initiatives. Ensure alignment between business strategy and operational execution. Identify opportunities for technology-enabled process improvements. Strategic Planning & Operational Excellence Support strategic planning and organisational development initiatives. Conduct operational assessments and performance evaluations. Develop productivity improvement and cost-reduction strategies. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance management systems. Support business growth, scalability, and operational sustainability initiatives. Project Management Lead organisational improvement and business transformation projects. Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives. Monitor project progress and ensure deliverables are achieved. Manage project risks and implement mitigation plans. Data Analysis & Reporting Collect, analyse, and interpret operational and business data. Develop reports, dashboards, and management presentations. Conduct capacity planning, workload analysis, and productivity studies. Provide recommendations based on quantitative and qualitative analysis. Support decision-making through data-driven insights. Stakeholder Management Engage with executive leadership, department heads, and operational teams. Facilitate workshops, process reviews, and improvement sessions. Provide technical guidance and recommendations to management. Support change management and stakeholder engagement initiatives. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering. Postgraduate qualification in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Improvement, or Systems Engineering advantageous. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt advantageous. Project Management qualification advantageous. Experience 5-10 years' experience in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business Improvement, Organisational Development, or Operational Excellence roles. Proven experience designing and building organisational structures, business systems, and operating models. Experience leading business transformation and process optimisation initiatives. Experience across manufacturing, engineering, logistics, supply chain, mining, construction, consulting, or industrial environments advantageous. Experience working with executive and senior management teams. Technical Skills Organisational design and development. Business process mapping and optimisation. Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. Systems thinking and process integration. Operational excellence and continuous improvement. Data analysis and business intelligence. ERP and workflow systems implementation. Project management and change management. Advanced Microsoft Office Suite proficiency. Process modelling and performance management systems. Key Competencies Strategic thinking and business acumen. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Leadership and influencing ability. Project and stakeholder management. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Change management capability. Decision-making and planning skills. Results-driven approach. Innovation and continuous improvement mindset. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Operational efficiency improvements achieved. Process cycle time reductions. Cost savings and productivity improvements. Successful implementation of organisational initiatives. Achievement of strategic project objectives. Stakeholder satisfaction. Process compliance and standardisation. Continuous improvement project success rate. Organisational performance enhancement and scalability outcomes.