Industrial Engineer

To conduct regular site inspections and audits to verify construction and develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance programmes, a manufacturing company in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an Industrial Engineer.

Integrity, teamwork, and a customer-first mindset are at the core of how the team works. Training is practical and ongoing rather than a once-off exercise. The setup is well-organised, with clear expectations and steady support. Do not miss this chance — send through your application without delay.

Shift work and overtime may be required to meet production schedules.

• Monitor and control project budgets, schedules, and resources, identifying risks and implementing mitigation measures.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers, technicians, and graduate trainees, providing technical and professional development guidance.
• Manage engineering projects from feasibility through detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are clearly communicated.
• Ensure all engineering work complies with relevant standards, codes of practice, health and safety regulations, and environmental legislation.
• Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance programmes for industrial plant and equipment to maximise reliability.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, bills of quantities, technical reports, and contract documentation to high accuracy.

• Proficiency in engineering design and analysis software relevant to the discipline such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS, or MATLAB.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering in the relevant discipline from a university accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to apply engineering first principles to complex technical challenges.
• Strong understanding of engineering standards, codes of practice, and regulatory requirements applicable in South Africa.
• Professional registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng, or candidate registration actively working towards professional registration.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to produce clear technical reports and present to varied audiences.