Johannesburg: Industrial Engineer posted by Pro Tem

The Industrial Engineer will be developed into a Business Process Engineer, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, continuous improvement, and innovation. The role focuses on four core pillars: Project
Management, Kaizen (continuous improvement), Data Analytics, and Innovation. The position is designed to
provide hands-on experience and exposure to business-critical processes, enabling the graduate to build a strong
foundation in operational excellence and process engineering.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Project Management
Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing projects across departments.
Track project milestones, risks, and deliverables to ensure timely and successful completion.
Support documentation and reporting of project outcomes and lessons learned.
Kaizen & Continuous Improvement
Participate in Kaizen workshops and initiatives to identify inefficiencies and propose solutions.
Map processes, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements that reduce waste and increase
value.
Assist in monitoring the impact of improvement initiatives and tracking compliance.

Data Analytics
Collect, clean, and analyze business and operational data to generate insights.
Support the development of dashboards, reports, and performance metrics to guide decision-making.
Collaborate with BI and data teams to leverage analytics in process optimization.
Innovation & Business Process Engineering
Explore and test innovative approaches, tools, and technologies to enhance efficiency and
effectiveness.
Support pilots and proof-of-concept projects for new process solutions.
Contribute creative ideas to support digital transformation, automation, and future business growth
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education
Mandatory:
BSc/BEng in Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
Preferred
Certifications, or exposure to Lean Six Sigma, Project Management, or Data Analytics.
Experience
Recent graduate or up to 1 year of relevant internship/graduate program experience.
Exposure to data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python, or similar) is an advantage.
Participation in projects or process improvement initiatives during studies will be beneficial.
Technical & Professional Competencies
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process-mapping skills.
Knowledge of Lean/Kaizen and continuous improvement principles.
Basic understanding of project management methodologies.
Proficiency in MS Office; exposure to BI tools preferred.
Behavioral Competencies
Proactive, curious, and eager to learn.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions.
High level of accountability and ownership of tasks.
Adaptable with a mindset for speed, excellence, and innovation

Salary

No budget client willing negotiate