Project Engineer

Avi-Pvt.-Ltd-1; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Entyce Beverages is seeking a Project Engineer for the Isando factory to manage multiple capital projects within a fast-paced FMCG environment. You will liaise with suppliers, oversee installations, and coordinate contractors and internal teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires 3-5 years of FMCG project experience, a Mechanical Engineering degree (BEng/BTech), and proficiency in MS Office, MS Projects, and AutoCAD. Overtime and cross-disciplinary collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in FMCG.
• Proven track record in project engineering or capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with suppliers on design and manufacture of equipment.
• Installation of capital projects within the plant.
• Ensure installations meet project requirements and standards.
• Manage contractors and internal resources.
• Provide project progress reporting.
• Ensure deadlines are met within budget.
• Coordinate SHE (Safety, Health and Environment) activities in the department.
• Carry out project lifecycle and capital justifications.

Skills

Project coordination

Supplier management

Budget management

Team collaboration

Education

BEng / BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Projects

AutoCAD

Job description

Build your career behind the brands that start the day.

Join Entyce Beverages Coffee & Creamer in Isando, where we produce some of South Africa’s favourite brands, including Frisco, Koffiehuis, Hug in a Mug, House of Coffees and Ellis Brown.

From production and engineering to quality, planning, maintenance and supply chain, you’ll work alongside specialist teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where what you do matters.

Build your skills, take ownership and grow your career behind iconic brands with Entyce.

Why Join National Brands Limited (NBL)?

• Make an Impact: Contribute to producing South Africa’s favourite coffee and creamer brands, influencing daily life.
• Innovative Growth: Be part of a forward-thinking environment that encourages product and process improvement.
• Career Development: Access a range of roles and growth opportunities at one of NBL’s 5 world-class facilities.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, team-driven environment where your contributions matter.

Unlock Your Potential!

We’re looking for a passionate Project Engineer to join our NBL Isando Coffee and Creamer factory in Kempton Park, Gauteng.

In this role, you will responsible for assisting the Projects Department with the engineering planning and implementation of multiple projects within a manufacturing environment in order to effect capacity -enabling changes in the plants. A proven track record with handling the technical aspects of multiple projects concerning plant equipment is essential for success in this role. An added advantage will be the ability to manage multiple suppliers working on each individual projects.

Line Manager

Site Project Manager

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Liaise with suppliers concerning the design and manufacture of equipment.
• Installation of Capital Projects.
• Ensure project installations meet the proposed requirements and standards for National Brands Limited.
• Management of Contractors and internal resources.
• Project progress reporting.
• Ensuring project deadlines are met on time and within budget.
• Co-ordinate the activities associated with the management of Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) in the department.
• Ability to carry out project lifecycle, technical scopes and capital justifications.

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience, preferably in FMCG.

Qualifications:

• BEng / BTech in Mechanical Engineering.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work overtime.
• Strong technical attributes in Mechanical Engineering.
• Good understanding of electrical and civil engineering principles
• Equipment installation experience.
• Ability to work independently with structured feedback to the line manager.
• MS Office, MS Projects and AutoCAD will be an advantage.

Take the Next Step with us

Join a leader in FMCG with a proud history and exciting future. If you're passionate about quality, innovation, and teamwork, Entyce Beverages offers a rewarding career.