Industrial Engineering Lead: Lean Six Sigma Innovator

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Executive benefits package

Budget for professional development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa’s Gauteng region seeks an experienced Industrial Engineer Lead to oversee process improvements in a hybrid role blending on-site collaboration in Sandton with remote strategic planning. You will lead a team of engineers, drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, and manage large-scale projects from concept to completion, delivering measurable efficiency gains.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in industrial engineering, leadership experience, and strong analytical and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering.
• 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge; Black Belt preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis, simulation, and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of industrial engineers.
• Develop strategic plans for operational efficiency, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Oversee Lean, Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies across departments.
• Manage large-scale projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.
• Analyze complex operational data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for optimization.
• Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa’s Gauteng region seeks an experienced Industrial Engineer Lead to oversee process improvements in a hybrid role blending on-site collaboration in Sandton with remote strategic planning. You will lead a team of engineers, drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, and manage large-scale projects from concept to completion, delivering measurable efficiency gains.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in industrial engineering, leadership experience, and strong analytical and