Project Engineer

Objective Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Objective Personnel is seeking a candidate with a Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgy degree to manage multi-disciplinary mining projects. The role requires understanding grinding mills and related equipment, with 2–5 years' industry experience and strong engineering fundamentals.

Periodic travel to neighbouring countries is possible. Applicants with a Project Management Qualification will have an advantage.

Qualifications

• Between 2 and 5 years of experience in the mining industry with multi-disciplinary engineering experience.
• Understand the mechanical components of grinding mills and other equipment and how these machines operate.
• Strong technical skills in engineering principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage own projects in accordance with company specifications and requirements.
• Oversee engineering and technical disciplines of ongoing projects and establish inspection criteria.
• Manage project cost, timing, scope, freight and site works.
• Understand the mechanical components of grinding mills and how these machines operate.

Skills

Engineering principles

Technical analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Metallurgy

Project Management Qualification

Job description

Qualification

Chemical / Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgy Degree. Project Management Qualification would be advantageous.

Requirements

Between 2 and 5 years of experience in the mining industry with multi-disciplinary engineering experience. Understand the mechanical components of grinding mills and other equipment and how these machines operate. Strong technical skills in engineering principles and practices. Periodic travel to countries neighbouring South Africa. Valid RSA Passport.

Duties

Required to manage his/her own projects in accordance with company's specifications and requirements. Responsible for the engineering and technical disciplines of ongoing projects assigned and to establish inspection criteria for the proper implementation of all the elements of a project. Management of Project cost, timing, scope, freight and site works. Understand the mechanical components of grinding mills and other equipment and how these machines operate.