Chemical Engineer - Project Management Support

Placements24; Randburg; Vor Ort; ZAR 332.000 - 590.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive daily rate

On-site in Randburg

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Chemical Engineer for a full-time, on-site role in Randburg, Gauteng. You will support project managers across capital and operational projects, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and technical compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering with 1–3 years in project environments, understands project management basics, and is proficient with P&IDs, MS Office, and MS Project.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 1–3 years of experience in chemical engineering, ideally with project exposure.
• Understanding of project management principles (Gantt charts, critical path).
• Familiarity with engineering documentation (P&IDs, datasheets, drawings).

Aufgaben

• Assist Project Managers in day-to-day execution of capital and operational projects.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, schedules, progress reports, and meeting notes.
• Coordinate activities between internal departments, consultants, vendors, and contractors.
• Review drawings, specifications, and deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
• Track progress against timelines and escalate delays as needed.
• Support procurement activities including vendor evaluation and bid analysis.
• Assist in site inspections and provide technical support during execution and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain project databases and filing systems; participate in review meetings.

Kenntnisse

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Analytical skills

P&IDs familiarity

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role Our client, a major industrial conglomerate, is seeking a motivated Chemical Engineer to provide critical support for their ongoing capital projects at their facility in Randburg, Gauteng . This role involves assisting project managers in the planning, execution, and monitoring of various engineering projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required specifications. You will be involved in tasks such as document control, progress tracking, coordination with vendors and contractors, and technical review. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Randburg . The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a solid understanding of chemical engineering principles applied to project environments. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable project management experience within a dynamic industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in the day-to-day execution of capital and operational projects.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including schedules, progress reports, and meeting minutes.
• Coordinate project activities between internal departments, external consultants, vendors, and contractors.
• Review technical drawings, specifications, and project deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
• Track project progress against timelines and identify potential risks or delays, escalating issues as needed.
• Support procurement activities, including vendor evaluation and bid analysis.
• Assist in site inspections and provide technical support during project execution and commissioning phases.
• Ensure all project activities comply with company safety standards, environmental policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain project databases and filing systems for efficient record-keeping.
• Participate in project review meetings and contribute to problem-solving efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 1-3 years of experience in chemical engineering, with exposure to project environments or project support roles.
• Understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., Gantt charts, critical path analysis).
• Familiarity with engineering documentation, such as P&IDs, equipment datasheets, and construction drawings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a project team.
• Must be available for full-time, on-site work in Randburg, Gauteng .

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on significant industrial projects.
• Gain valuable project management experience in a reputable organization.
• Exposure to a wide range of engineering disciplines and stakeholders.
• Standard leave and public holiday provisions as per contract.