Our client in the water treatment industry is looking for an Engineering Manager (Mechanical) to join their team in Randfontein.
Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Create Plans for New Engineering Projects
- Create designs for new engineering projects
- Work closely with architects, draftsmen, as well as research and development teams to develop building structures, roadways, bridges, production machinery, or electrical systems.
Oversee Engineering Staff
- Hire and train engineering staff
- Conduct interviews, complete job reviews, and act as mentors for engineers
- Set and review professional development goals for engineers
Review Technical Documents
- From technical drawings to manuals, review all documentation associated with engineering projects
- Complete mechanical analysis reports, review contract documents, and fill out and submit necessary permit applications.
Design Project Budgets, Schedules, and Staffing
- Once a project has been green-lighted, develop a project schedule and budget
- Complete cost estimation reports, assemble engineering teams, assign tasks, set deadlines, and order materials.
Inspect Progress of Engineering Projects
- Make frequent visits to job sites to check on the progress of engineering projects
- Meet with lead engineers to discuss issues and work progression, ensure that projects are meeting specifications, and revise schedules or deadlines as necessary
- Make sure that employees are working according to company policy, and country regulations
REQUIREMENTS:
- Qualified Mechanical Engineer
- ECSA registered
- 8 to 15 years’ relevant experience, with strong mining experience
- Fluent in English and Afrikaans
- Willing and able to travel (locally and internationally)
- Clear criminal record and medically fit – will be required to access mine sites, and to go underground as and when required
- Valid driver’s license
Critical skills required
Mechanical skills – from operating tools to deciphering blueprints, must display strong mechanical skills
Project management – be familiar with all aspects and stages of project management, such as budgeting, cost estimating, scheduling, and team assembly
Problem-solving – continually assessing worksites and project progression, able to addres any issues that arise
Communication – strong verbal and written communication skills when collaborating with engineers, architects, vendors, and other professionals on a daily basis
Time management – the ability to set and meet deadlines for project completion is an asset
Organisational skills – able to maintain schedules and budgets and track the progress of multiple projects
Math skills – above-average math skills are necessary to create budgets, make necessary measurements, and calculate the amount and cost of needed materials
Desired Skills:
- engineering manager
- mechanical engineering
- mining
- ECSA
- projects