Industrial Engineer - Operations Efficiency and Logistics

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Bonuses

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Industrial Engineer in Upington, Northern Cape, to enhance operations efficiency and logistics across warehousing, transport, and supply chains. The role blends on-site analysis with remote planning and reporting to deliver data-driven improvements.

The successful candidate will analyze current logistics networks, design efficient layouts, monitor KPIs, and collaborate with procurement and operations teams to reduce costs while ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering focusing on operations efficiency and logistics.
• Proven experience analyzing and improving supply chain and warehousing operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with complex data sets.
• Proficiency in using data analysis software, simulation tools, and project management methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Experience in the mining, resources, or logistics industry is highly desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, performing on-site duties in Upington and remote tasks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize logistics, warehousing, and material handling processes.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Conduct site surveys and workflow analyses to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Design efficient warehouse layouts and inventory management systems.
• Utilize data analytics and simulation tools to model and improve logistical operations.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and transport teams to ensure seamless coordination.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for logistics and operational efficiency.
• Create and maintain SOPs for logistical and operational activities.
• Identify and propose technology solutions to enhance visibility and efficiency in the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices in all logistical operations.

Job description

About the Role Our client, a significant entity in the mining support services sector located in Upington, Northern Cape , is seeking a skilled Industrial Engineer to focus on operations efficiency and logistics. This role is vital for optimizing the movement of goods, resources, and personnel, ensuring seamless and cost-effective operations. The successful candidate will analyze current logistics networks, warehouse operations, and supply chain processes, implementing data-driven improvements. This hybrid position requires a balance of on-site analysis and collaboration within the Upington, Northern Cape facility and remote work for detailed planning and reporting. We are looking for an analytical and proactive individual with experience in optimizing complex operational and logistical challenges in an industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize logistics, warehousing, and material handling processes.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Conduct site surveys and workflow analyses to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Design efficient warehouse layouts and inventory management systems.
• Utilize data analytics and simulation tools to model and improve logistical operations.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and transport teams to ensure seamless coordination.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for logistics and operational efficiency.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for logistical and operational activities.
• Identify and propose technology solutions to enhance visibility and efficiency in the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices in all logistical operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong focus on operations efficiency and logistics optimization.
• Proven experience in analyzing and improving supply chain and warehousing operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with complex data sets.
• Proficiency in using data analysis software, simulation tools, and project management methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Experience in the mining, resources, or logistics industry is highly desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, performing on-site duties in Upington, Northern Cape and remote tasks.
• Knowledge of inventory management systems and transportation planning.
• Adaptable and results-oriented with a strong commitment to efficiency.

Benefits

• Annual salary of R .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for professional development and site-specific training.
• Exposure to challenging logistical projects in a key industrial region.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Generous paid time off.