Material Handling Design Lead

Fluor Corporation; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corporation in Johannesburg seeks a Lead Material Handling Design to guide bulk materials handling design for large mining and industrial projects. You will lead design teams, coordinate with multi-disciplinary disciplines, and review 2D/3D deliverables to ensure constructability and compliance with project specs.

The role focuses on conveyor systems, stockyards, crushers, and related infrastructure, with heavy emphasis on leadership, safety, and client collaboration in EPCM environments.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
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Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate material handling design activities across all project phases.
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Skills

Leadership

Materials handling

Conveyor systems

3D modelling

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Hexagon Smart

S3D

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Smart 3D

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Navisworks

Hexagon Smart Review

3D modelling

Job description

Material Handling Design Lead

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Job details

Posted

12 November 2026

Salary

ZAR Negiotable

Start date

12 November 2026

LocationWoodmead

Job type Contract

Discipline Oil Gas and Chemicals, Mining & Metals

Reference171073

Job Function Material Handler

Job description

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. They are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in their personnel, and helps them develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Material Handling Design to provide technical leadership and oversee the design, coordination, and delivery of bulk material handling systems for large-scale mining and industrial projects. The role is based in Johannesburg.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate material handling design activities across all project phases.
• Develop and review designs for conveyor systems, transfer stations, stockyards, crushers, feeders, bins, chutes, and related infrastructure.
• Manage and mentor designers and drafting teams.
• Coordinate closely with Mechanical, Structural, Civil, Electrical, Controls, and Construction disciplines.
• Review and approve 2D drawings, 3D models, layouts, and material handling deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, client requirements, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and interdisciplinary model reviews.
• Support project estimating, planning, scheduling, procurement, and construction activities.
• Review vendor documentation and integrate supplier information into project designs.

Qualifications And Skills Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in bulk material handling design within mining, minerals processing, ports, terminals, or heavy industrial projects.
• Proven experience leading design teams on large multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of conveyor systems, transfer chutes, crushing and screening plants, stockpile systems, and materials handling equipment.
• Experience working within EPCM/EPC project environments.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Technical Skills:

Experience with:

• Smart 3D (S3D)
• AutoCAD
• MicroStation
• Navisworks
• Hexagon Smart® Review
• 3D modelling and materials handling design systems

Strong understanding of:

• Bulk materials handling systems
• Conveyor and transfer point design
• Industrial plant layouts
• Design reviews and constructability principles
• Engineering codes, standards, and safety requirements

Preferred Experience:

• Mining and Minerals Processing Projects
• Brownfield and Greenfield Developments
• Large Industrial Facilities
• Global Project Delivery Environments
• Construction and Site Support Activities

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.