Job Description

The Project Lead will coordinate cross-functional teams, liaise with clients and subcontractors, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Management

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee electrical installation projects from initiation to handover.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and risk registers.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and provide updates to stakeholders.

Technical Delivery

• Create and interpret electrical schematics, layouts, and installation plans.
• Ensure compliance with IEC/SANS standards, electrical best practices, and safety regulations.
• Lead installation work, panel building and conduct quality inspections.
• Coordinate with design and engineering teams for technical inputs, revisions and re-lining.

Team Leadership

• Lead site-based teams including electricians, contractors, and technicians.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Support recruitment and training of project team members as needed.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as primary point of contact for clients during project execution.
• Manage expectations, address concerns, and ensure satisfaction with deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal departments (procurement, HSE, QA/QC, engineering).

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain project documentation including work packs, engineering change requests, commissioning reports, and as-built drawings.
• Ensure all handover documentation is completed and delivered to clients.

Qualifications:

• Degree or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Industrial Automation, or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial electrical installation or automation projects. Preferably in the Food & Bev or Automotive sectors.
• Proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary installation projects in industrial environments (e.g., manufacturing, processing, utilities).
• Strong understanding of electrical installation practices, control systems, and automation panels.

Skills:

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Computer Literacy (MS Windows, MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Project).
• Experience with AutoCAD or Eplan software.
• Strong communication skills - verbal and written.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

General:

• Own reliable transport.
• Located in Pretoria or surrounds/willing to relocate.
• Proficient in English and Afrikaans.

Desirable:

• Experience with PLC/SCADA systems or industrial control equipment.
• Familiarity with hazardous area installations (ATEX, IECEx).
• Experience working within highly regulated sectors (e.g., food & beverage, oil & gas, mining, automotive).
• Project management qualification.