Work-Force
Applications are warmly invited for a Project Engineer role based in Port Shepstone. We welcome candidates from every background across KwaZulu-Natal who are ready to grow with us.
About This Position
An experienced Project Engineer is needed to support operations in Port Shepstone. The role forms part of how the business keeps its engineering jobs portfolio strong in KwaZulu-Natal.
The organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Project Engineer taking on this position.
Practically speaking, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Port Shepstone also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Equal Opportunity
Practically speaking, the organisation is committed to transformation and equal opportunity. Hiring is on merit, and applications are actively encouraged from women, youth, people with disabilities and other historically disadvantaged groups in line with the Employment Equity plan and B-BBEE objectives.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Port Shepstone.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Where You’ll Work
Crucially, the environment combines office-based design and planning with site-based execution. Safety, quality and continuous improvement sit at the heart of how the team works.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in KwaZulu-Natal. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Beyond that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Liaise with regulatory bodies on permits, licences and inspections
- Support commissioning of new plant, equipment and process changes
- Conduct risk assessments and HAZOP studies on critical processes
- Prepare technical drawings, BOMs and specifications for production
- Mentor apprentices, learners and junior engineers on site
- Plan, execute and close out engineering projects within scope, time and budget
Candidate Profile
- Experience with project management tools and methodologies
- Awareness of B-BBEE and skills development obligations
- Registered or working toward registration with a recognised engineering body
- Commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable engineering practice
- Excellent written and verbal communication, including technical reporting
- 3-5 years’ relevant engineering experience in industry
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.