Engineer: Project Snr

Senior Project Engineer

Weir Minerals

Alrode

Onsite

Purpose of Role:

The Senior Project Engineer manages and controls projects from booking to delivery, ensuring all project deliverables are met according to client specifications and within the agreed timelines and budget. This role is pivotal in driving project success and maintaining high standards of technical and commercial performance.

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. Its a big challenge but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individuals contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety First:

• Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Project Management:

• Manage the entire project lifecycle, from internal project hand-over to customer hand-over, including project deliverables such as Data packs and O&M manuals.
• Review and implement contract terms and conditions within the delegated authority.
• Control project costs and risks in line with project terms and conditions.

Technical and Commercial Engagement:

• Engage with clients on technical and commercial matters, ensuring clear and effective communication.
• Coordinate and plan all technical and product information to ensure compliance with client specifications.
• Provide regular updates to clients on project status and progress.

Team Coordination:

• Engage with internal product specialists and sales teams across all product lines.
• Collaborate with local and regional branches for transport support and commissioning.
• Drive, coordinate, and manage projects against agreed schedules to ensure on-time delivery.

Project Planning and Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring all project activities are planned and executed effectively.
• Conduct post-project delivery negotiations and close-outs.
• Adhere to all HSE and housekeeping requirements.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

• Matric/Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science.
• BSc/B Tech Degree or /National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of project management experience in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Office.
• PMP certification is an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients and internal teams effectively.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weirs technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11, 000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Compensation: (Where compensation on the job posting is required)

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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