Chemical Engineer Project Lead – Hybrid & Growth

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Hybrid work model

Professional development

International training opportunities

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, South Africa, is seeking a proactive Chemical Engineer with strong project management capabilities to lead engineering initiatives from conception through completion. You will coordinate activities, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure technical and safety compliance across diverse projects.

The role offers hybrid work arrangements, exposure to a wide range of infrastructure and process-improvement projects, and opportunities for career growth within a supportive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of chemical engineering experience.
• 1-2 years in a project coordination or management role.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Proficiency with MS Project is a plus.
• Willingness to relocate to Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Manage chemical engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Develop project scopes, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Oversee the design, procurement, and installation phases of projects.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Liaise with internal departments, external contractors, and suppliers.
• Prepare regular project status reports for management.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder liaison

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, South Africa, is seeking a proactive Chemical Engineer with strong project management capabilities to lead engineering initiatives from conception through completion. You will coordinate activities, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure technical and safety compliance across diverse projects.

The role offers hybrid work arrangements, exposure to a wide range of infrastructure and process-improvement projects, and opportunities for career growth within a supportive