Mechanical Discipline Lead

MPAMOT; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Randburg seeks a seasoned Mechanical Engineering Lead to oversee design and project delivery. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience and is registered with ECSA. Responsibilities include designing building services, managing project quality and costs, and providing leadership to the engineering team. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• 8 years of post-registration experience in mechanical engineering in the building services environment.
• Professionally registered with ECSA.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Design building services using relevant software.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering services.
• Manage projects to the required quality, duration, and cost.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Analytical Thinking

Education

BTech in Mechanical Engineering

BSc / BEng in Mechanical Engineering

Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Description

1. Purpose of the role

We are looking for a seasoned Discipline Lead to head up our Mechanical Engineering team who has a proven track record in engineering design project delivery as well as quality control.

This role combines technical expertise analytical thinking excellent problem-solving skills as well as the ability to interact with a wide range of clients as well as function in multidisciplinary teams.

2. Role Description

The focus of the role will be :

• Design of building services using relevant software pertaining to the mechanical engineering discipline
• Coordinating multidisciplinary engineering services
• Preparation and review of design and construction documentation including but not limited to data analysis reviewing drawings and preparing client reports.
• Construction monitoring and audits inclusive of inspections for compliance to specifications standards and designs construction payment measurements and certificates factory and site acceptance tests commissioning etc.
• Implementation and management of quality assurance and quality control procedures on projects.
• Managing projects to the required quality duration and cost.
• Provide leadership and line management to the mechanical engineering team.

3. Candidate specification

The following specifications apply :

• A Mechanical Engineering qualification (BTech minimum BSc / BEng preferred) Masters Degree will be advantageous
• Professionally registered (ECSA) with 8 years experience post registration in mechanical engineering in the building services environment which includes heating ventilation and air-conditioning and wet services)
• Experience in any of the following fields is optional but advantageous : fire protection vertical transportation refrigeration piped gas services (medical gases and liquefied petroleum gas) building management systems industrial mechanical engineering services (water and wastewater plants) and project management
• Sound knowledge and application of local and international standards as well as relevant legislation applicable to projects with emphasis on project safety
• The candidate must be willing to travel to project sites
• Must have a valid drivers licence.

Key Skills

Administrative Skills,Facilities Management,Biotechnology,Creative Production,Design And Estimation,Architecture

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1