Job Description

Manage the Technical department and oversee all new product developments. Provide support to the business unit. The position reports into the Managing , and has Reportees: Development Engineers, Innovation Engineer, Project Co-ordinator and EngineerMinimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
• 6-8 years' experience in a similar role
• Experience in Project Management

Responsibilities:Business Strategy:

• Assist with the development of new product development strategies.

Management:

• Oversee the design and development of products and processes according to the company's nterests.
• Ensure products and associated jigs and fixtures are developed according to the company's standards and best practices.
• Set, analyse and report on development targets in the form of development time and budget.
• Research and analyse different materials, manufacturing processes, design tolerances and other factors in the developmental process.
• Ensure compliance to all legal and statutory requirements.
• Work efficiently to meet the company's strategic goals and satisfy customer requirements
• Develop and execute Continuous Improvement Programs (CIP) with a cost down mind-set and quality focused.
• Develop, record and present department specific KPI's.
• Develop and execute departmental training needs analysis.

Customer:

• Maintain existing and developed new customer relationships during the development process and beyond.
• Interact with external and internal customers in a professional manner.

Finance:

• Assist in developing department specific budgets and ensuring these are achieved.
• Maintain and enforce good time keeping skills and the efficient usage of company time within the department.
• Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)
• Detect and prevent fraud
• Promote good Corporate Governance

SHEQ:

• Adhere to and enforce compliance to company

policy. * Be mindful of SHEQ issues in the development and hand over process and that these are designed out of the products manufacture, fitment and operation.

• Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace.
• Address workplace hazards and risks immediately
• Work safely and use safety equipment.
• Comply with the requirements of the Quality Management Systems.

Policies and Procedures:

• Operate according to standard operating procedures and within the parameters of applicable legislation.

Competencies: Knowledge and Skills:

• Product and Process Knowledge.
• Engineering first principals.
• Understanding of health and safety within the manufacturing environment.
• CAE software, preferably Catia V5 or SolidWorks.
• Time management and teamwork skills.
• Familiar with quality systems, preferably ISO 9001 and IATF16949
• Sense of urgency in completing tasks.
• Good communication skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Out the box critical thinking abilities

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