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Engineering Manager

DSM-FirmenichZA

11 days ago

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Job title : Engineering Manager

Job Location : Gauteng,

Deadline : October 18, 2025

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Working alongside the Project Manager and with the Operations management team, as our successful Engineering Manager you will have the Midrand site Master Project responsibility.
You will lead large-scale projects at our Midrand Operations site, varying from the current site upgrade project to larger cost savings initiatives involving major Capex work.
This role is central to the successful execution of a multi-year plant refurbishment program, involving complex improvement and expansion initiatives. You will drive engineering excellence, ensure compliance with industry standards, and deliver high-impact solutions that support our purpose of enhancing lives through sustainable innovation.

Your key responsibilities :

Project Leadership & Execution

Lead large Capex projects (>

1 MCHF) across Electrical, Civil, and Mechanical disciplines

Ensure all works meet GMP, FSSC, and SHE standards

Oversee scope development, design, and execution in collaboration with contractors and internal teams

Act as the primary point of contact for contractors, ensuring alignment with project scope and timelines

Write and manage daily Permits to Work (PTWs) for contractor activities

Engineering Compliance & Documentation

Maintain overall Site Engineering compliance, including Maintenance and Project work

Ensure accurate “as-installed” drawings and comprehensive Operating & Maintenance documentation

Administer purchasing and stock control for project-related parts and ensure proper handover to Production and Maintenance teams

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Coordination

Liaise with the Plant Director, Site Maintenance Manager, and Project Manager to align priorities

Coordinate and lead internal teams and external partners to resolve technical queries efficiently

Support contractors to ensure unhindered progress and timely completion of work

Quality Assurance & Project Close-Out

Identify and resolve snags in collaboration with internal stakeholders

Coordinate testing and commissioning activities, ensuring data is accurately recorded

Ensure Management of Change (MOC), Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and site commissioning are executed to standard

Oversee successful handover of completed projects to factory production teams

We offer :

A transformative journey of learning, growth, and innovation

The opportunity to shape the future of sustainable food technology

A collaborative and purpose-driven culture focused on improving lives

The chance to lead breakthrough engineering projects with global impact

You bring :

Degree in Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering

Proven experience in the food processing industry

Project Management certification (required)

Lean Six Sigma qualification (preferred)

Government Certificate of Compliance (GCC) – South Africa (required)

Strong organizational, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to manage contractors and ensure timely, high-quality project delivery

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