Engineer jobs in South Africa

Our client, who specialise in delivering cutting‑edge digital services to their clients in the mining industry is looking for a motivated Lead Monitoring Engineer with 7+ years of experience in the field of process monitoring and / or analytics to join our growing team.

The successful candidate will play a role in improving the health and performance of industrial processes across multiple client sites by using advanced data analysis tools and their knowledge of process engineering.

This role requires previous exposure to process monitoring, data analytics software and process control, while also presenting the ability to work collaboratively with customers to deliver tangible outcomes.

The Lead Monitoring Engineer will engage in weekly and bi‑weekly monitoring meetings with customers, analyse process trends, and drive issue resolution, thereby building towards becoming a trusted advisor to the customer base. The role also involves collaborating with internal product and engineering teams to enhance process monitoring capabilities and digital solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Metallurgical, or Process Engineering (postgraduate qualification beneficial).
• 7+ years of experience, where at least a part thereof was in minerals processing and data analytics and preferably processing on‑site.
• Background in process control, optimisation, and automation within industrial settings.
• Experience with process monitoring, PID control, Advanced Process Control (APC), and industrial instrumentation would be beneficial.
• Data analytics experience, including working with tools such as SQL, Python, Power BI, and industrial data platforms (e.g., historians).

• Client Engagement & Advisory
• Process Monitoring & Performance Analysis
• Case Management, Reporting & Technical Support
• Product & Service Innovation

• Technical Expertise – Strong knowledge of minerals processing, process control and data analytics
• Data Analysis & Visualization – Proficiency in using software tools to analyse process trends and generate insights.
• Problem‑Solving – Ability to diagnose complex process performance issues using advanced analytics, knowledge integration and client‑specific context.
• Interpersonal & Communication Skills – Strong ability to engage with clients, present technical findings, and build long‑term relationships.
• Project & Case Management – Ability to persistently drive issues to an acceptable resolution

• Role is based in an office / Monitoring Center setting, with occasional travel as required.
• Strong career growth potential in digital process optimisation and predictive analytics.
• Experience in mining or heavy process industries is highly desirable.

• We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring. All suitably qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
• Preference may be given in line with our client’s Employment Equity plan and applicable legislation.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa at the time of application.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• Please include your current remuneration (CTC), salary expectation, and notice period (optional but helpful for screening).
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