Job Openings at Hatch

What You’ll Do  

• As a Senior Manager, you will make an important contribution to the strategy, design, and implementation of business decisions to ensure positive impact and sustainable results. You will develop tailor-made solutions for highly complex cases, lead engagements, and act as the key point of contact for your clients, senior leaders, sponsors, and other stakeholders within Hatch. You will lead and provide mentorship to your teams, while coordinating resources, owning the outcome, and continuing to inspire and drive progress. 
• Lead end-to-end engagements, delivering quantifiable impact (cost savings, improved KPI, etc.). 
• Actively manage and lead SMEs in an engagement. 
• Ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of projects, while providing quality assurance to ensure work is delivered to the highest possible standard. 
• Supervise, coach, and participate in the value creation process across the team. 
• Structure problems and define the workstreams to deliver impact. 
• Respond to client concerns efficiently, proactively coaching clients in problem structuring and solving. 
• Anticipate barriers to successful analysis and guide the team in resolving them.  
• Develop growing client network and build effective relationships with new clients. 
• Proactively engage key client stakeholders to update/manage expectations 
• Take global best practices and customize for client context. 
• Identify opportunities and invest time to coach team members 
• Actively seek out opportunities to develop innovative solutions and services 
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity 
• Assist with the project risk evaluations and management processes, including start up planning activities, holding workshops, assessments, and developing business philosophy and operational strategy. 

What You Bring to the Role 

• 10+ years of management consulting 
• An undergraduate degree in Engineering, Business, Finance or equivalent 
• Advanced graduate degree e.g., MBA, PhD or equivalent is advantageous 
• Proven experience in mining, metals, energy or infrastructure projects. 
• Solid functional knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Strategy, Transaction Support, Business Transformation, Capital Productivity, Supply Chain, Asset & Maintenance Management, Organization Effectiveness, and Risk Management 
• Experience in managing and executing large-scale operational engagements 
• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and the ability to distill value during projects 
• Proven client relationship management and business development skills 
• Motivating and supportive leadership skills 

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• We are seeking a motivated and technically capable Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join our Mining Infrastructure Engineering team. This role entails working with diverse teams, both locally, and abroad.
• The successful candidate will contribute to design, assessment, development, and delivery of surface and underground mining-related infrastructure across all project phases, including Concept Studies, Pre-Feasibility Studies (PFS), Feasibility Studies (FS), Execution (Detail Design), Construction Support and Commissioning.
• Working within multidisciplinary teams, the engineer will support the design and delivery of mechanical systems associated with shafts, underground mining infrastructure, materials handling systems, process plants, pumping systems, ventilation systems, refrigeration facilities, workshops, and associated mine infrastructure.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A mechanical engineer who combines strong technical design capability with 2 to 5 years of post-graduate practical project experience within an engineering consulting, EPCM, mining house, contractor, or industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, and the ambition to grow into a lead mechanical engineering role through participation in complex surface and underground mining projects across Southern Africa and internationally.

Prerequisites

• 2-5 years’ experience within an engineering consulting, EPCM, mining house, contractor, or industrial environment. Exposure to mining projects is advantageous.
• Registration as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA. Progress toward Professional Registration is preferred.
• BSc/B. Eng degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Mechanical system design experience, preferably within a mining or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of fluid simulation software such as FluidFlow, AFT Fathom or Flownex is advantageous.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing mechanical design basis and criteria
• Developing technical specifications
• Developing mechanical and piping designs from Concept Phase through to Execution
• Developing technical discipline documentation for enquiry and contract placement purposes related to contract or procurement packages – Scope of Work documents and Material Take-Off’s (MTO’s)
• Undertaking mechanical and piping analysis and design calculations, inclusive of compilation of design reports
• Understanding relevant local and international mechanical and piping codes such as ASME B31.3
• Guiding mechanical/piping designers with input and development of 3D models, and participation in 3D model reviews
• Thoroughly reviewing mechanical and piping drawings
• Undertaking intra-discipline and inter-discipline reviews and co-ordination
• Participating in client meetings
• Participating in Risk reviews (HAZiD, HAZOP, Constructability Reviews and Risk Assessments)

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• Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Study Manager to join our Metals Project Development team, providing management, technical leadership and world-class design expertise to Hatch's metals business units.
• As a Study Manager, you will develop pursuits and manage engagements for earlier project development phases, also known as FEL1, FEL2, FEL3, FEED, pre-feasibility or feasibility study phases.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring Hatch values, including our commitment to safety, are embedded throughout the opportunity identification, pursuit, project development and set up for delivery.
• Developing project scopes, resource estimates, schedules, and budgets.
• Set-up of progress measurement and delivery systems
• Active management of progress through earned value, cost-performance, and schedule performance metrics to ensure studies remain on track and within cost and schedule targets.
• Management of multidisciplinary teams across engineering, project controls, procurement, construction/commissioning planning, environmental disciplines and others as required for a particular study.
• Embedding value optimization practices, including design reviews and risk analyses, to maximize project value.
• Ensuring compliance with engineering standards, environmental objectives, quality requirements and safety protocols.
• Fostering communication with clients, study teams and stakeholders.
• Working with commodity directors and regional/global leadership to identify and pursue opportunities – developing proposals, estimates and presentations as needed.

 You bring to the role:

• Typically 10+ years of experience managing studies or projects in the mining and metals industry.   Experience in multiple sectors or commodities advantageous but not specifically required.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and organize at an advanced level.
• Knowledge of project management fundamentals, including earned value management.
• Ability to adapt to constant change and accommodate high pressure situations to support the team in meeting project objectives.
• An extensive knowledge of administrative practices and strong communication skills across all levels including client representatives.
• Ability to handle complex problem-solving tasks, applying appropriate analysis and consideration of high-level technical detail.
• Ability to manage relationships with key stakeholders involved in the project (including internal and external clients).
• A high emotional quotient (EQ) that can be applied to motivate teams, increase team efficiency, and aid in conflict resolution.
• Experience with NI 43-101 and/or S-K 1300 disclosures is considered an asset.
• BSc/BEng degree in an engineering discipline and registration as a Professional Engineer is not specifically required but is considered an asset. 
   

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Role Overview

• We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Practice Lead – IROC to lead the growth of Hatch’s Integrated Remote Operations Centre (IROC) offering within a region, while contributing to the evolution of our global practice.
• This is a market-facing leadership role, accountable for originating and winning work, shaping regional strategy, and ensuring high-impact delivery. The successful candidate will be recognized as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders and a leader in digitally enabled operational transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the growth and positioning of Hatch’s IROC practice within the region
• Define and execute the regional go-to-market strategy, including target clients, offerings, and messaging
• Originate, pursue, and convert opportunities, with a strong focus on building a sustainable pipeline
• Engage directly with senior client stakeholders to articulate value and shape opportunities
• Lead and support proposal development, including win strategy, commercial positioning, and delivery approach
• Play a senior role in client engagement models, including executive-level interactions
• Provide subject matter leadership across project delivery, including coaching, review, and key client engagement (~25%)
• Build and grow a regional IROC capability by developing talent and mobilizing broader Hatch expertise
• Drive thought leadership through industry engagement, conferences, and publications
• Collaborate with the global IROC team to evolve and scale repeatable offerings
• Contribute to cross-region business development and project delivery as needed

What you bring to the role:

• We are looking for a highly credible and entrepreneurial leader with a strong track record in operational transformation and integrated operations. The ideal candidate will combine deep domain expertise with strong commercial acumen and client engagement capability.
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior operational and executive stakeholders
• Strong background in mining or similar asset-intensive industries, with experience delivering operational improvement
• Direct experience in the design and/or implementation of IROCs or integrated operations models
• Commercially minded, with experience originating and winning consulting or advisory work
• Recognized for thought leadership and ability to articulate value beyond technology
• Entrepreneurial, proactive, and motivated to build and grow a practice
• Comfortable operating from strategy through to execution

Experience & Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in consulting, operations, or transformation roles
• Demonstrated leadership in large-scale, digitally enabled transformation programs
• Strong understanding of integrated operations across people, process, and technology
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and influence without authority
• Bachelor’s degree required; postgraduate qualifications (e.g. MBA) advantageous
• Willingness to travel as required

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• Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist (Campus Recruitment) to join our team in Johannesburg, South Africa. 
• As part of our Shared Services team, comprised of Finance, Marketing and Communications, and Human Resources, Legal and Facilities, we support the business achieve their goals through a range of strong technical capabilities.  We ensure delivery of services through the skills of our people, methodologies, and systems.     
• Join our team and become part of a community that strives for positive change.  

Scope of Position

• The ideal candidate brings a passion for young talent and campus recruitment. Success in the role will require excellent administrative ability coupled with strong attention to detail and a desire to simplify and streamline.

Functional Tasks

• Full cycle recruitment for graduate, bursar and intern requirements.
• Keeping up to date with employment legislation relevant to recruitment in the countries you support.
• Scheduling interviews, briefing and debriefing candidates before and after interviews.
• Manage recruitment projects, pipeline critical resources with assistance and guidance from Talent Acquisition Specialists (TAS).
• Creating offers and maintaining timely documentation of all conversations with candidates within our internal database.
• Supporting the development of position descriptions, and prepare recruitment advertisements.
• Involvement in adhoc projects.
• Coordinate and attend career fairs and other recruitment events.
• Assist colleagues as necessary during high workloads or specific project needs.
• Participate in Global Talent Acquisition Practice.
• Bursar Programme Management
• Act as the first point of contact for bursars.
• Bursary payment administration (allowances and fees).
• Open bursar files.
• Manage bursar onboarding.
• Manage bursar master data.
• Booking of accommodation and flights as appropriate.
• All administration related to bursary programme.
• Coordinate vacation work programmes.
• Assist with Graduate and Intern onboarding.
• Analysis and Reporting as required.

Preferred Experience / Education

• The following indicates specific industry, academic and functional experience/qualifications that are important to the successful achievement of the identified responsibilities and performance deliverables.
• Appropriate Tertiary Qualification
• Experience of recruitment in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Between 2 to 5 years of experience in recruitment administration.
• Atleast 2-5 years of experience in bursary management.
• 2-5 years of experience in a full cycle recruiting role.
• Atleast 2-5 years of experience in the project engineering industry.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Word Proficiency.
• Must be available to work on flexible work schedule and be able to travel nationally.
• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of E-Recruiting systems and principles and the discipline to use them.
• Skilled in soliciting input and proactively evaluating business and candidate needs.
• Ability to accurately and articulately document information.
• Knowledge of HR and Talent Management theories, workforce planning, best practices related regulations, legislations and trends.
• Good working knowledge of E-Recruiting systems and principles and the discipline to use them (LinkedIn Recruiter, Internet Recruitment, X-ray search and advanced MS Office).
• Experience in social media, employment branding and selection.
• Experience with SuccessFactors recruitment ATS.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams; share responsibility for results, provide and accept feedback.