Key details
Quick facts about this role
Location
Gauteng
Work mode
On-site
Compensation
R 1 500 000 per year
Posted
04 Jun 2026
Closes
04 Jul 2026
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Manufacturing Engineering Director
Role Overview
For candidates exploring defence jobs in Gauteng, this Manufacturing Engineering Director role offers a grounded opportunity with room to contribute from the start.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the team by managing drive manufacturing engineering excellence across machining, fabrication, and assembly operations.
- Support the team by managing ensure robust engineering governance, BOMs, routings, manufacturing systems, and technical standards.
- Keep momentum on drive asset reliability, maintenance strategies, and equipment performance.
- Take responsibility for the core day-to-day work expected of a Manufacturing Engineering Director.
- Work with colleagues, customers or suppliers to keep work moving and issues visible.
Requirements
- 15 years of relevant experience
- Good planning habits, attention to detail and reliable follow-through.
- Comfort working to agreed standards while adapting when operational needs change.
- Comfort with the systems, tools or technical platforms mentioned in the source role.