Senior Mechanical Project Lead, Rustenburg

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 950,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Executive health insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Career growth

Leadership development

Annual leave

Flexible working

Impactful projects in Rustenburg

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive complex projects in Rustenburg. You will oversee mechanical design, procurement, installation, and commissioning while guiding a team of engineers and technicians through full project lifecycles.

Expect strong leadership, exceptional communication, and a proven track record in large-scale industrial or capital projects. This role demands delivery within scope, time, and budget with focus on technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a project management or lead role.
• PMP certification is a strong asset.
• Experience managing large-scale industrial or capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all mechanical engineering activities for projects.
• Develop detailed plans with scope, schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Oversee design, analysis, and specification of systems and equipment.
• Mentor a team of engineers and coordinate with procurement, construction, and operations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication

Negotiation

Team mentoring

Team leadership

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive complex projects in Rustenburg. You will oversee mechanical design, procurement, installation, and commissioning while guiding a team of engineers and technicians through full project lifecycles.

Expect strong leadership, exceptional communication, and a proven track record in large-scale industrial or capital projects. This role demands delivery within scope, time, and budget with focus on technical excellence.