Project Engineer

Weir Minerals; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development

Global inclusion networks

Regional benefits

Sharebuilder scheme

Wellness support

Global collaboration

Study support

Job summary

Weir Minerals in Johannesburg is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring client specifications, timelines and budgets are met.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage schedules and costs, and engage with clients on technical and commercial matters while upholding high safety and quality standards. Occasional travel to client sites may be required.

Qualifications

• BSc/BTech in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of three years of project management experience in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire project lifecycle from hand-over to delivery, ensuring data packs and O&M manuals meet client specifications, timelines and budgets.
• Engage with clients on technical and commercial matters, providing regular project status updates.
• Coordinate with internal product specialists, sales teams, and regional branches to support transport and commissioning activities and drive schedules.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, conduct post-project negotiations, and ensure adherence to HSE standards.
• Travel to client sites or regional offices as needed to support delivery and coordination.
• Demonstrate commitment to zero-harm safety culture in daily operations.

Skills

Project management

ERP systems

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Education

BSc/BTech Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP software

Job description

What We Do At Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

What We Do At Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Location: Johannesburg, Alrode

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real‑world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What You’ll Do

• Project Management: Manage the entire project lifecycle from internal hand‑over to customer delivery, ensuring all deliverables such as Data packs and O&M manuals meet client specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Technical and Commercial Engagement: Engage proactively with clients on technical and commercial matters, maintaining clear communication and providing regular project status updates.
• Team Coordination: Collaborate with internal product specialists, sales teams, and regional branches to support transport and commissioning activities. Drive project schedules and coordinate resources to meet agreed deadlines.
• Project Planning and Scheduling: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, conduct post‑project negotiations, and ensure adherence to HSE and housekeeping standards.
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required to client sites or regional offices to support project delivery and coordination.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviours in support of our drive towards developing a world‑class safety culture.

What You’ll Bring

Must‑haves:

• BSc/B Tech Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of project management experience in a multi‑disciplinary environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organisational skills with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Nice‑to‑have(s):

• PMP certification or equivalent project management qualification.

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world‑class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end‑to‑end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Career development and learning support.
• Access to global inclusion networks.
• Regional and team‑specific benefits.
• Sharebuilder scheme.
• Wellness support for you and your family.
• Collaboration with global teams.
• Study support.

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