Senior Industrial Engineering Manager

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Premium health, life, and disability保险

Career advancement opportunities

Exposure to cutting-edge industrial te

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Industrial Engineering Manager to lead the engineering department in Sandton. You will drive process improvement, lean initiatives, and manufacturing excellence across the organization, guiding a team of engineers and key stakeholders.

You will set strategic direction, oversee major optimization projects, ensure safety and quality, and collaborate with Operations, Production, and Supply Chain to achieve significant business impact through engineering leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in industrial engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge.
• Proven track record leading complex engineering projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of industrial engineers, setting performance goals and fostering professional development.
• Develop and implement the strategic vision for industrial engineering, focusing on continuous improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency enhancement across all operations.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of large-scale process optimization and operational excellence projects.
• Establish and maintain systems for process monitoring, performance measurement, and continuous improvement initiatives in Sandton.
• Collaborate with senior management across departments to align engineering strategies with business objectives.
• Ensure adherence to industry best practices, quality standards, and safety regulations within all engineering activities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

MBA (a plus)

Tools

Six Sigma Master Black Belt preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior Industrial Engineering Manager to lead their industrial engineering department in Sandton . This leadership role is responsible for setting the strategic direction for process improvement, operational efficiency, and manufacturing excellence across the organization. You will manage a team of industrial engineers, oversee major optimization projects, and ensure the implementation of best practices in lean manufacturing and operational management. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, extensive technical expertise, and a proven ability to drive significant business impact through engineering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of industrial engineers, setting performance goals and fostering professional development.
• Develop and implement the strategic vision for industrial engineering, focusing on continuous improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency enhancement across all operations.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and successful completion of large-scale process optimization and operational excellence projects.
• Establish and maintain robust systems for process monitoring, performance measurement, and continuous improvement initiatives in Sandton .
• Collaborate with senior management across departments (Operations, Production, Supply Chain) to align engineering strategies with overall business objectives.
• Ensure adherence to industry best practices, quality standards, and safety regulations within all engineering activities.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge and practical application of Lean Manufacturing , Six Sigma (Master Black Belt preferred), and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex engineering projects and managing teams to achieve significant operational improvements.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, crucial for a role in Sandton .

Benefits

• Highly attractive executive salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Premium health, life, and disability insurance coverage.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Exposure to cutting-edge industrial technologies and strategic decision-making processes.
• Relocation assistance may be available for exceptional candidates moving to Sandton .