Project Engineer : Electrical

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description


We are hiring! At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment. Were on the lookout for an experienced Project Engineer: Electricalto facilitate the collaboration of all disciplines within a project (or section of a project) to work towards the mutual goal of completing the agreed deliverables within the limitations of the predetermined schedule, budget, and quality standards. As a Project Engineer: Electrical, you will be responsible for: * Lead the electrical engineering and design for the execution of the electrical scope of projects * Develop electrical strategy and design criteria to suit the unique project requirements * Utilise approved design to compile a project plan to facilitate the execution and close out of related project work * Recommend maintenance schedules for new projects and install bill of materials onto SAP * Work with Plant Engineers to ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified installations * Develop and coordinate project justifications, cost estimates, and execution plans * Execute and lead medium-sized turnkey projects in Saiccor Mill and take responsibility for end-to-end service delivery * Manage project budget allocations and ensure that project costs are within the planned budget * Controlling finance by managing supplier commitments on projects while tracking and pursuing invoicing milestones to maintain a favourable cash flow position * Compile and organise documents, progress reports, project plans, and other project documentation, coordinating feedback where required * Ensure the safe conduct of projects. Ensuring all safety policies and procedures are followed and embraced to promote a safe working environment * Contribute to the health, safety, and environment in the relevant section of the Saiccor Mill by completing hazard/ risk assessments for new equipment and processes * Ensure that electrical engineering know-how (processes, equipment, and technologies) is available and shared within the mill by ensuring that all electronic databases are kept up to date including Saiccor Virtual Library, SharePoint, and GTL * Co-ordinate training interventions for skills development of subordinates and project team members What are we looking for? * NQF level 7 qualification (Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering) with 2 years relevant experience OR * BTech in Electrical Engineering with 4 years of relevant experience within a heavy industry environment * Registration as a PR Technologist or PR Engineer with ECSA will be considered advantageous * Project management experience will be considered advantageous * Computer literate (MS Office, MS Project, SAP) Whats in it for you? * Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence * Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi * Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role) * Market-leading leave benefits * Employee wellbeing benefits

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1283310
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned