Industrial Engineering Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Pension fund

Company vehicle & fuel allowance

Growth and leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineering Manager to lead the engineering team across production and processing operations. You will set strategic direction for industrial engineering initiatives, manage project portfolios, and mentor a high‑performing team.

The role focuses on process design, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and capital investment decisions, with a proven track record of delivering significant operational improvements in mining environments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering.
• At least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies; Black Belt certification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor the industrial engineering team.
• Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for industrial engineering initiatives.
• Oversee design, development, and implementation of new production processes.
• Manage complex engineering projects from initiation to completion.
• Drive lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and best practices across operations.
• Collaborate with senior management on long-term improvement opportunities and capital investments in Rustenburg.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Industrial Engineering Manager to lead their engineering team in Rustenburg . This leadership role is critical for overseeing all industrial engineering functions, including process design, optimization, and implementation across the company's diverse operations. You will be responsible for setting the strategic direction for industrial engineering initiatives, managing project portfolios, and mentoring a team of talented engineers. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of successfully driving significant operational improvements, fostering innovation, and developing high-performing teams within the mining and processing sectors relevant to Rustenburg .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor the industrial engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for industrial engineering initiatives, aligning with overall business objectives.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of new production processes and systems to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage complex engineering projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Drive the adoption of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and other best practices across operational departments.
• Collaborate with senior management to identify long-term operational improvement opportunities and capital investment requirements in Rustenburg .

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
• Extensive experience with project management , lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies (Black Belt certification is highly advantageous).
• Proven ability to lead and develop engineering teams and manage large-scale operational improvement projects.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in developing business cases for capital investments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level bonus structure.
• Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous pension fund contribution.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development in Rustenburg .