Engineering Manager — Plant Operations & Lean Excellence

Kimberly-Clark; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Gauteng is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a multi-functional team responsible for maintaining operational safety and efficiency. This role requires a strong leader with at least 10 years of engineering experience, including 3 years in leadership. Ideal candidates will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and experience in the pulp & paper or FMCG industries. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Medical insurance with 50% employer contribution

Provident fund membership

Learning and growth opportunities

Generous leave policies

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of engineering/project/maintenance experience.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in the pulp & paper industry or FMCG environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure assets are kept in a 'Safe to operate' condition.
• Develop and execute a world-class maintenance strategy.
• Lead and execute mill-efficiency and plant-capacity improvement projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Business acumen

Change management

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Professionally qualified engineer registration

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Gauteng is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a multi-functional team responsible for maintaining operational safety and efficiency. This role requires a strong leader with at least 10 years of engineering experience, including 3 years in leadership. Ideal candidates will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and experience in the pulp & paper or FMCG industries. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.