Senior Project Engineer

The Weir Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development

Global inclusion networks

Regional benefits

Sharebuilder scheme

Wellness support

Collaboration with global teams

Study support

Job summary

The Weir Group in Johannesburg (Alrode) is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead mining projects onsite. You will manage the full project lifecycle from handover to delivery, coordinating internal teams and client expectations to ensure on-time, within-scope results with strong emphasis on safety.

Requirements include a BSc/B Tech in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and at least five years of project management experience, proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office, and clear

Qualifications

• BSc/B Tech Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of five years project management experience in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Office skills; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire project lifecycle from hand-over to client delivery, ensuring deliverables meet specs, timelines and budgets.
• Act as liaison with clients on technical and commercial matters, with regular status updates.
• Coordinate with internal product specialists, sales teams, and regional branches to drive delivery.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and ensure adherence to HSE standards.
• Travel to client sites or regional offices as required.
• Uphold a 100% safety commitment and zero-harm culture.

Skills

Project management

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

BSc/B Tech Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Senior Project Engineer Location: Johannesburg, Alrode Work Arrangement: Onsite

What we do at Weir We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining. Make your impact You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

• Project Management: Manage the entire project lifecycle from internal hand-over to customer delivery, ensuring all deliverables such as Data packs and O&M manuals meet client specifications, timelines, and budgets. Success means projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
• Technical and Commercial Engagement: Act as the primary liaison with clients on technical and commercial matters, ensuring clear communication and compliance with contract terms. Provide regular project status updates and manage risks effectively.
• Team Coordination: Collaborate with internal product specialists, sales teams, and regional branches to coordinate transport, commissioning, and technical support, driving projects to meet agreed schedules.
• Project Planning and Scheduling: Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, conduct post-project negotiations and close-outs, and ensure adherence to HSE and housekeeping standards.
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required to client sites or regional offices to support project delivery and coordination.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

• Must-haves: BSc/B Tech Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of five years project management experience in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Nice-to-have(s): PMP certification or equivalent project management qualification.

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes. We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies. We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Career development and learning support.
• Access to global inclusion networks.
• Regional and team-specific benefits.
• Sharebuilder scheme.
• Wellness support for you and your family.
• Collaboration with global teams.
• Study support.

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We are Weir. And the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing. Quickly adapting. Continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each and every one of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge - but it’s exciting. And it’s one we can’t wait to be part of. Thank you for your interest in joining us.