We are a South African industrial solutions company delivering advanced manufacturing technologies, including automation, cutting, bending, welding, robotics, and smart factory optimisation systems. The company supports manufacturers in improving productivity, reducing operational costs, and enhancing production efficiency across multiple industries.
The Industrial Engineer (Executive Leadership Track) is a high-potential role designed to integrate engineering expertise with business and executive leadership development. This position is intended for an individual who will transition from operational and engineering leadership into full executive leadership, with a structured progression toward the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) role.
The successful candidate will gradually assume responsibility for operations, finance, and overall business performance, ultimately leading multiple branches and business units.
Key Responsibilities
1. Engineering & Operational Excellence

Lead industrial engineering initiatives across the organisation
Optimise workflows, manufacturing processes, and system performance
Implement continuous improvement initiatives
Analyse operational data to improve productivity and efficiency
Identify and eliminate operational bottlenecks
Standardise operational procedures across branches

2. Business & Commercial Leadership

Develop a strong understanding of financial and commercial drivers
Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
Support commercial strategy and pricing initiatives
Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities
Contribute to revenue growth and profitability improvement
Support business expansion and new market opportunities

3. Strategic Leadership Development

Contribute to the development of short-, medium-, and long-term strategic plans
Translate strategy into actionable operational plans
Support long-term business growth initiatives
Drive innovation and new solution development
Assist the CEO in strategic decision-making

4. Leadership & People Development

Lead and develop cross-functional teams
Build leadership capability within departments
Support hiring decisions for key roles
Evaluate team performance and capability alignment
Develop succession plans and leadership pipelines
Foster a culture of accountability and performance

5. Multi-Branch Leadership

Support operations across Cape Town, Durban, and future branches
Ensure operational alignment and consistency across locations
Improve efficiency and scalability across the business
Drive standardisation and best practices

6. Executive Development & CEO Grooming

Progressively assume full operational and financial oversight
Participate in executive decision-making processes
Gain exposure to board-level engagements
Take ownership of strategic direction over time
Transition into the CEO role as part of a structured succession plan