Chemical Engineer: Project Mgmt Support (On-Site Randburg)

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 332,000 - 590,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

On-site in Randburg

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Analytical skills

P&IDs familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

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.