Engineering Manager (Heavy Manufacturing)
Location: Germiston
Salary: Market related
Keep the wheels turning: lead the engineering team that keeps the plant running strong.
Is this you?
You’re a performance-driven Mechanical Engineer who thrives in dynamic, high-volume manufacturing settings. You’re passionate about continuous improvement, enjoy leading people, and are skilled at managing complex operations with precision and pace. You understand how to navigate unionised environments with confidence, communicate effectively at all levels, and use data to drive decisions that optimise plant performance.
What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)
You’ll lead the engineering, maintenance, and technical functions within a demanding production environment. Your focus will be on ensuring asset reliability and uptime, implementing preventative maintenance, and removing bottlenecks through lean methodologies. From driving strategic engineering projects to managing capital investments and improving plant layout and efficiency, you’ll have ownership over both daily operations and long-term improvements. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with production, supply chain, and SHEQ teams, while leading a skilled technical team and enabling high performance in a unionised setting.
Where you’ll be doing it
Our client is a long-standing industrial manufacturer with a proud South African legacy and international backing. Known for their quality and resilience in the steel manufacturing sector, they offer a fast-paced, performance-oriented culture that empowers leaders to make a tangible impact. You’ll join a business that values technical excellence, initiative, and operational efficiency, and supports career growth through meaningful responsibility.
What you’ll need
A Mechanical Engineering degree (BSc/BEng) and at least 8 years of experience in heavy manufacturing sectors such as steel, mining, or automotive. A GCC Factories certification is essential. You’ll bring deep knowledge of continuous production systems, mechanical reliability, and maintenance within unionised environments. Experience with Lean, TPM, Six Sigma, and ISO systems is advantageous. Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills will be key to your success.
What you’ll get
You’ll step into a senior leadership role with real influence and autonomy. The company offers a competitive package, a culture that rewards initiative, and the opportunity to drive visible improvements in plant performance and team development. Long-term career prospects are strong in this established yet forward-thinking environment.
How to apply
For a confidential discussion, please contact Katharina on Linkedin, at (021) 035 1433 or send your CV to k.thieme-schiess(at)thetalentexperts.co.za.
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