Senior Manufacturing Project Lead - Automation & Growth

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Engineer to manage and oversee complex manufacturing projects from inception to completion. You will plan, execute, and finalize projects within tight deadlines and budget while coordinating resources and third-party contractors to deliver advanced manufacturing capabilities.

The role requires a master's in mechanical engineering and at least 8 years of experience in manufacturing project management, with strong leadership

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of project management experience in manufacturing.
• Proven track record delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation and industrial engineering.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close manufacturing projects with defined scope, deliverables, timelines and resources.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial constraints are met.
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams including engineers, technicians and external suppliers.
• Identify and manage project risks, developing contingency plans.
• Ensure all projects meet quality standards, safety regulations and operational best practices.
• Communicate progress, updates and challenges to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team coordination

Risk management

Budget management

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Engineer to manage and oversee complex manufacturing projects from inception to completion. You will plan, execute, and finalize projects within tight deadlines and budget while coordinating resources and third-party contractors to deliver advanced manufacturing capabilities.

The role requires a master's in mechanical engineering and at least 8 years of experience in manufacturing project management, with strong leadership