Hybrid Project Manager - Industrial Manufacturing & Automation

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee industrial manufacturing projects in Vereeniging. This hybrid role enables strategic planning from a flexible location with essential on-site presence for oversight and team engagement.

You will manage the full lifecycle from concept through commissioning and handover, coordinating engineers, technicians and vendors to deliver on time, within budget, and to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in industrial manufacturing project management.
• Proven track record in process improvement, automation, or equipment installation.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, supply chain and quality management.
• Experience in hybrid work with remote coordination and on-site duties.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and deliver industrial manufacturing projects.
• Create detailed project plans: scope, timelines, budgets, resources.
• Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, technicians, operators and vendors.
• Oversee installation, commissioning and validation of equipment.
• Ensure safety, quality and environmental standards compliance.
• Monitor progress, manage risks and mitigation.
• Control budgets and financial reporting.
• Ensure clear stakeholder communication and site reviews.
• Maintain project documentation and records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

Asana

MES

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee industrial manufacturing projects in Vereeniging. This hybrid role enables strategic planning from a flexible location with essential on-site presence for oversight and team engagement.

You will manage the full lifecycle from concept through commissioning and handover, coordinating engineers, technicians and vendors to deliver on time, within budget, and to safety and quality standards.