Senior Industrial Engineer - Project Management

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health & retirement benefits

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Industrial Engineer in Polokwane to lead major engineering initiatives, optimize resources, and boost production capabilities. The role emphasizes planning, executing, and delivering projects on time and within budget, with cross-functional leadership across teams.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in industrial engineering, strong PM skills (PMI/Agile), and a proven track record of large-scale project delivery in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years progressive experience in industrial engineering, with at least 3 years in a project management capacity.
• Proven experience managing large-scale industrial or manufacturing projects from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (PMI, Agile) and tools.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex industrial engineering projects aligned with strategic objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans including scope, timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional project teams with effective communication.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies for successful outcomes.
• Monitor progress, track KPIs, and report status to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teams

Agile methodologies

PMI standards

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Industrial Engineer with strong project management skills to oversee key operational initiatives in Polokwane . This role involves leading complex engineering projects from conception through to implementation, focusing on improving efficiency, optimizing resource allocation, and enhancing production capabilities. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. The ideal candidate possesses a blend of technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams in a demanding industrial landscape. This role offers a significant opportunity for career growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex industrial engineering projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional project teams, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular status reports to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, and quality standards throughout project lifecycles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with at least 3 years in a project management capacity.
• Proven experience managing large-scale industrial or manufacturing projects from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile) and tools.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and a solid grasp of industrial operations and process optimization.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for leadership development and advanced project management training.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment in Polokwane .