Lead Project Engineer

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South Africa, johannesburg, Gauteng

  1. Engineering and Project Management
  2. Contract
168244
Negotiable

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Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. They are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in their personnel, and helps them develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.

We are seeking a Lead Project Engineer to support the delivery of a large-scale mining process plant project. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-profile development, working across engineering, construction, and site execution phases within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.   This role is located in Johannesburg.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Support the execution of engineering and construction activities for the process plant.
  • Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams including engineering, procurement, and construction.
  • Monitor project progress, schedules, and key deliverables.
  • Ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
  • Liaise with contractors, consultants, and client stakeholders.
  • Identify risks and support the implementation of practical solutions.
  • Assist with project reporting, planning, and cost control.

Qualifications And Skills Requirements:
  • Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related).
  • 10 years’ experience in mining and minerals processing plant projects.
  • Proven experience on processing plant projects (crushing, milling, flotation, or hydromet).
  • Strong understanding of EPC/EPCM environments.
  • Experience working on site-based project delivery.
  • Strong project coordination and stakeholder management capability.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, multicultural environments.
  • High attention to detail with a proactive, delivery-focused mindset.

Additional Information:
  • Must be passport-ready and available for international mobilization.
  • Project-dependent contract role aligned to project timelines.
  • Rotation cycle to be confirmed.
  • Opportunity to work on a major mining expansion project.
  • Exposure to large-scale, international project delivery.

To apply for this opportunity please email our exceptional recruitment consultant Angie Scaife at angie.scaife@trssa.com / za.trsadd@trssa.com or apply via the link below.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.

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