
Temp Project Engineer
- Uitenhage, Eastern Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and implement detailed logistics material flow concepts within production and warehouse environments to optimize efficiency.
- Create layouts, technical drawings, and specifications for logistics facilities and services using the latest technological solutions.
- Design and procure logistics equipment (e.g., stillages, pallets, dunnage, trolleys, racking, storage systems, and packaging) based on project or production requirements and corporate objectives.
- Define and manage project plans, including coordination and progress monitoring.
- Prepare and issue Enquiry Requests with clearly defined specifications to source supplier quotations.
- Evaluate and negotiate supplier quotations to achieve the best value in terms of specification and cost.
- Compile and submit appropriation requests to support capital expenditure justifications.
- Raise and process purchase requisitions.
- Coordinate project handovers by organizing equipment demonstrations and facility trials.
- Provide budget estimates for inclusion in investment programs, cost studies, localisation, and export initiatives.
- Develop and implement packaging specifications aligned with project or production needs.
- Draft and maintain Logistics Material Handling Contract specifications in consultation with key stakeholders.
- Organize and lead cross-functional meetings as required.
- Degree or National Diploma in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Logistics.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in logistics operations within the automotive manufacturing sector.
- At least 2 years’ experience as a Project Engineer in Logistics Planning or a comparable planning environment.
- Strong planning, organizational, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage tight deadlines.
- Effective communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in interpreting and creating 3D CAD drawings.
- Fully proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint), with advanced Excel skills.
- Experience with SAP systems in Supply Chain Management.
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