Project Engineer – Logistics Department

On Line Personnel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

On Line Personnel is seeking a Project Engineer to join the Logistics Department in Gqeberha. The role focuses on implementing logistics requirements for new projects, planning warehouse layouts, and developing packaging specifications for local and CKD parts.

The candidate will manage projects, suppliers, and budgets, coordinate tender processes, and ensure smooth handover of logistics equipment. Relevant experience in automotive logistics and project management is essential.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing Management or Procurement Management
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in logistics processes within an automotive manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Engineer in Logistics Planning or a similar environment, with 2 years’ Project Management experience

Responsibilities

• Implement logistics requirements for new projects, production requests, divisional upgrades and approved improvement initiatives
• Prepare production and warehouse concepts, layouts, drawings and material handling solutions
• Develop packaging specifications for local, export, and CKD parts
• Manage projects, suppliers, contracts, timelines and BNK, SGK, CAPEX and SEK budgets
• Prepare enquiry requests, tenders, appropriations, and purchase requisitions
• Coordinate acceptance, testing, and handover of logistics equipment and facilities
• Develop and maintain logistics material handling contracts
• Liaise with internal departments and external contractors

Job description

Job Position: Project Engineer – Logistics Department

Ref: 5280

Location: PE/Gqeberha

Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience

Qualifications / Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing Management or Procurement Management
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in logistics processes within an automotive manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Engineer in Logistics Planning or a similar environment, with 2 years’ Project Management experience

Technical and Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong analytical, planning, and communication skills
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) and MS Office; advanced MS Excel skills will be advantageous
• Knowledge of material handling, packaging and BNK, SGK, CAPEX and SEK costing principles
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and capable of working independently
• Knowledge of automotive procedures and systems to analyze, plan, develop, implement and maintain various contracts will an added advantage

Key Performance Areas:

• Implement logistics requirements for new projects, production requests, divisional upgrades and approved improvement initiatives
• Prepare production and warehouse concepts, layouts, drawings and material handling solutions
• Develop packaging specifications for local, export, and CKD parts
• Manage projects, suppliers, contracts, timelines and BNK, SGK, CAPEX and SEK budgets
• Prepare enquiry requests, tenders, appropriations, and purchase requisitions
• Coordinate acceptance, testing, and handover of logistics equipment and facilities
• Develop and maintain logistics material handling contracts
• Liaise with internal departments and external contractors