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Cape Town: Chief Engineer Cape Town posted by Pro Tem

Cape Town: Chief Engineer Cape Town posted by Pro Tem

Posted on 2025-07-15 00:00:00

Employer Pro Tem
Category Other Manufacturing
Location Western Cape  / Cape Town

Job Summary

My client is seeking a highly skilled and entrepreneurial-minded Chief Engineer to lead their Engineering & Technical Department.

This is not a 9-to-5 jobit requires commitment, flexibility, and overtime when needed to ensure operational success.
If you plan to study part-time, this role is not for youit requires full dedication.

This is an opportunity for someone who sees this as more than just a job. They want someone who aspires to take over and grow the business, making it more successful than it has ever been.

The position comes with profit-sharing and share buy-in options, offering long-term financial and leadership rewards.

Key Responsibilities
Technical & Engineering Oversight
Lead and oversee all technical operations within the company.
Ensure high-quality project execution within budget and time constraints.
Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and project costings.
Implement best practices and innovations to drive efficiency.

Project Management & Client Engagement
Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
Act as the key technical representative in client meetings and negotiations.
Address and resolve client defects or concerns quickly and effectively.
Support the marketing team with technical input for client proposals

Workforce & Equipment Management
Ensure optimal workforce productivity and effective resource allocation.
Oversee equipment maintenance and performance to minimize downtime.
Implement preventative maintenance strategies for long-term reliability.

Leadership & Business Management
Lead and mentor a team of 40-50 personnel, fostering accountability and excellence.

Develop and enforce engineering policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Work closely with the CEO to align technical strategies with business goals.
Ensure accurate and timely reporting on KPIs, budgets, and project performance.

Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate should possess the following qualities:
A high level of attention to detail.
Strong planning, multitasking, and project management skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Excellent leadership, team motivation abilities, and strong people skills.
Good business financial management skills.
A strong background in Mechanical Engineering, preferably in manufacturing or utilities.
Good strategic thinking abilities.
A strong sense of urgency, proactiveness, and decisiveness without being reckless.
The ability to drive progress efficiently.
Commitment for the long haul someone who ideally wants to buy into the business and be a part of it, rather than just working for a salary.

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Long-Term Vision & Expectations
This role is not for someone seeking a large salary from day one.
They want a leader who is willing to prove their value by running the business efficiently and profitably.
This is an opportunity to earn far more through dividends and profit-sharing, while also ensuring that the entire workforce earns above industry-standard wages.

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