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- The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides support to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for supervising a team of mechanical engineering practitioners. The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides leadership and assists in the resolution of technical matters related to the discipline for the project. In addition, the Senior Mechanical Engineer defines and develops the plan to meet the project requirements and supports the team of mechanical practitioners to achieve the expected results in terms of quality, cost and schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule
- Prepare a list of engineering deliverables and time based functions to facilitate the planning and control of the engineering budget
- Develop the mechanical work plan for insertion into the project specific execution plan
- Develop and maintain the project’s scope of work documentation and revise as required during the design evolution
- Manage and review the Engineering Work Packages (EWP) associated with all deliverables and time based functions to ensure that budgets and schedules are being met, and take corrective action if necessary
- Prepare and maintain a Manpower Forecast List (MFL) that supports the engineering schedule
- Review and approve the mechanical and layout design criteria documents
- Review and approve the mechanical engineering and design standards
- Review and approve mechanical technical deliverables (specifications, datasheets, drawings, etc.)
- Assist in the preparation and development of project specific procedures
- Establish design tools, software, relevant codes and standards to be used on the project
- Assign work tasks (via approved EWPs) to individuals and continuously monitor progress and quality
- Represent the mechanical practice in project engineering coordination meetings
- Schedule, coordinate and participate in mechanical design reviews
- Ensure coordination, between the mechanical team and other disciplines, of all activities being performed as the design evolves
- Ensure that quality audits of engineering work are carried out in accordance with project procedures and the quality assurance plan
- Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of mechanical engineering work
- Ensure that all work designed, manufactured and supplied in the mechanical engineering discipline complies with the relevant sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
- Ensure that site related activities for the practice relating to mechanical equipment and systems are expedited in accordance with project and plant requirements relating to safety, quality and project delivery requirements.
Qualifications and experience
Essential:
- BSc/B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering
- Client engagement capability + experience
- Experience as discipline lead on projects (managing a team, schedule and budget would be highly advantageous)
- Registration as a professional engineer with the state or country where the construction will be executed
- Minimum 10 years project experience with a minimum five years project engineering experience
- Experience in the Mining and Metals industry would be advantageous
- Experience working on large or complex projects in a multidisciplinary environment
- Ability to manage individuals to attain quality, cost and schedule objectives
- Strong deliverable focus
- Ability to plan the work
- A high degree of understanding of interdisciplinary dependencies related to the discipline
- Good understanding of procurement, contracting and commissioning methodologies
- Technical exposure to the equipment technologies related to the project
- Good understanding of client and Hatch systems and workflows as they relate to the mechanical practice
- Thorough understanding of client and Hatch HSEC policy and standards.
- Strong leadership skills
- Well developed communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Able to rapidly understand and assimilate project and client specific requirements
Preferred
- Extensive knowledge of Hatch 3D data centric design systems
- Extensive knowledge of Hatch engineering management systems
- Strong ability to delegate tasks and promote the effective performance of team members
- Experience in mentoring young professionals
- Extensive experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of projects
- Significant previous experience in engineering planning for the discipline
- Strong client focus.
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- The Senior Piping Designer is responsible for creating the Piping 3D models and producing 2D drawings, and fabrication exchange deliverables, and consistent design data for reporting in accordance with Project requirements and Company standards. Our Senior Piping Designers work with design and engineering teams locally and around the globe to deliver complex small and large-scale engineering projects.
Key responsbilities:
- Adhere to and promote the Hatch corporate safety and quality culture
- Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, execution strategy, cost and schedule with the Lead Piping Designer
- Layout complex plant and piping systems using 3D modeling optimization and design tools
- Review and understand the project packages scope and schedule you are responsible for
- Prepare a preliminary piping layout and provide input to mechanical equipment and steel locations
- Produce and/or check design deliverables including digital delivery files such as isometrics, PCF’s (Piping Component File), and 2D drawings
- Perform clash detection of models and other disciplines models and coordinate actions and closeout
- Place and or check pipe support design and placement including special pipe supports with piping stress analyst input
- Develop and/or check piping standard details
- Validate dimensions of piping components including inline items against vendor drawings and catalogs
- Manage change during continuous design development including P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams), layout and procurement
- Ensure design integrity is maintained between the piping design and P&ID (Piping & Instrumentation Diagram) development
- Develop, coordinate and/or check piping Material Take Offs (MTOs)
- In conjunction with engineering staff, prepare design concepts for internal and client reviews
- Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards and project procedures for all design activities
- Support the application of piping systems to achieve the best project outcomes
- Check piping design data in the design environment to ensure successful implementation of data-centric processes
- Perform design for piping/mechanical plant models using project specifications/procedures and applying industry best practices
- Use vendor drawings and information sheets to develop and check the model.
- Assist in the preparation and development of project specific procedures, templates and checklists.
- Identify and communicate improvement opportunities related to corporate systems, procedures, templates and checklists.
- Review and approve piping technical deliverables
- Facilitate piping design reviews both formal and informal
- Ensure coordination with designers and engineers of other disciplines
- Assist in the resolution of piping design issues during project lifecycle, including planning phase, design, procurement, fabrication, construction and commissioning
- Provide input to proposals and man-hour estimates
- Assist in preparation of list of design deliverables and time-based functions to facilitate the planning and control of the piping budget
- Participate in the selection of piping design candidates
- Train and mentor junior and intermediate designers and provide guidance on Hatch standards and quality requirements
- Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of piping work.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Mechanical Engineering Degree
- Minimum eight years' 'relevant project design experience
- Extensive experience in design and modeling skills for plant layout, piping design and detailing. Strong client focus.
- Good leadership skills
- Experience in mentoring and supervising designers
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- Hatch is currently seeking highly skilled P&ID Designer to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) in Johannesburg, South Africa.
As the successful candidate, you will:
- Be responsible for development and production P&ID drawings/ deliverables in Bentley’s Open Plant environment
- Possess good experience on OpenPlant or SmartPlant software
- Coordinate work with the lead engineer/ designer, including taking responsibility for timely completion of deliverables
- Review check and be responsible for quality of drawings prepared by self and of others in the team, if required
- Prioritize project or program discipline actions for the purpose of achieving deliverable quality and adherence to schedule
- Ensure correctness of data on P&ID’s using data manager in Open Plant environment
- Be solution oriented towards resolving all P&ID related issues and project lifecycle as required
- Responsible for quantity assurance by adhering to HATCH’s procedures for maintaining check prints throughout the complete lifecycle of the drawings
- Apply industry best practices, applicable procedures, PLP’s
- Adhere to and promote the Hatch corporate safety culture
You bring to the role:
Essential
- Diploma in Instrumentation/ Piping Engineering/ Mechanical or equivalent
- Experience with SmartPlant P&ID’s/ OpenPlant P&ID’s
- More than 5 years of similar experience on projects
- Extensive experience in Bentley’s tools
- Experience with multidisciplinary design coordination
- Sound knowledge of workflows for Instrumentation systems
- Understanding of other discipline requirements
- Willingness to stretch, take ownership, quality conscious
- Openness to do multitasking and good safety awareness
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred
- Experience within a large project, multidisciplinary EPCM environment
- Good software skills & Strong quality focus
- Experience in mentoring and supervising designers
- Exposure to other software platforms viz. MicroStation, Blue Beam, AutoCAD etc
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- This role combines project and client leadership, commercial ownership, and people development, acting as the primary day-to-day interface with clients while leading consulting teams to deliver measurable operational outcomes.
- The role is comparable to a Manager role in a top-tier or boutique management consulting firm, with increasing responsibility for engagement ownership and practice growth.
Key Responsibilities
Engagement Ownership & Delivery Leadership
- Own end-to-end delivery of Operational Readiness & Ramp-Up engagements, from mobilisation through stabilisation
- Translate client objectives into clear engagement strategies, scopes, and delivery plans
- Manage delivery across multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment across people, process, systems, operating model, and governance
- Take accountability for engagement outcomes, quality, timelines, and commercial performance
- Proactively manage risks, issues, dependencies, and change across complex client environments
Client Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as the primary day-to-day client lead, building trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders
- Lead steering committees, executive forums, and decision-making sessions
- Provide clear, pragmatic advice grounded in operational realities and best practice
- Navigate complex stakeholder dynamics to drive alignment and decision-making
Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Lead, motivate, and develop high-performing consulting teams
- Provide clear direction, coaching, and performance feedback to Senior Consultants, Consultants, and Analysts
- Create a strong learning culture focused on delivery excellence, accountability, and professional growth
- Identify capability gaps and support targeted development and mentoring plans
Business Development & Commercial Responsibility
- Lead and contribute to business development activities, including:
- Shaping client opportunities and scopes of work
- Developing proposals, pricing, and value propositions
- Presenting to clients and supporting go/no-go decisions
- Identify and convert follow-on opportunities within existing engagements
- Build and maintain a strong understanding of client priorities, industry trends, and operational challenges
- Contribute to pipeline development and revenue growth targets
Practice & Capability Development
- Contribute to the evolution of the Operational Readiness & Ramp-Up practice, including:
- Methodologies, tools, templates, and delivery standards
- Thought leadership and market-facing content
- Support continuous improvement of ways of working and delivery excellence
- Act as a role model for consulting behaviours, values, and client impact
Experience & Qualifications
Required Experience
- 8–12 years’ experience in management consulting, advisory, or professional services
- Proven experience as an engagement or project manager leading consulting teams and complex client engagements
Demonstrated experience in:
- Operational Readiness and ramp-up to stable operations
- Operating model design and operational transitions
- Managing multiple workstreams and stakeholders
- Strong track record across both delivery and business development
- Complex operating industries (e.g. mining, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing) is strongly preferred
- Availability to travel as required to support client engagements at project sites, including international locations.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management capability
- Excellent client-facing, facilitation, and influencing skills
- Advanced problem-solving and structured thinking
- Strong commercial acumen and financial awareness
- High-quality written and verbal communication, including executive-level storytelling
- Ability to operate confidently in ambiguous and fast-paced environments
Personal Attributes
- Trusted advisor mindset with a strong delivery orientation
- Accountable, resilient, and outcomes-focused
- Collaborative leader who builds trust and capability
- Comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Success Measures (First 12–24 Months)
- Consistent, high-quality delivery of client engagements
- Strong client satisfaction and repeat work
- Achievement of engagement-level revenue and margin targets
- Development and progression of team members
- Contribution to business development pipeline and practice growth
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- The HATCH Commissioning, OR, & Ramp up Excellence Team in Johannesburg is on the lookout for Senior Consultants to lead high‑impact client engagements workstreams within larger programmes, delivering high-quality Operational Readiness and Ramp-Up outcomes for clients.
- This role requires a strong management consulting background, the ability to independently drive delivery, manage client stakeholders, and contribute meaningfully to business development and internal practice development.
Key Responsibilities
Engagement & Workstream Leadership
- Lead small Operational Readiness and Ramp-Up engagements end-to-end, or manage defined workstreams within complex, multi-stream programmes
- Own workplans, deliverables, timelines, and quality assurance for assigned engagements or workstreams
- Translate client objectives into structured readiness and ramp-up approaches aligned to operational and business milestones
- Proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies across people, process, systems, governance, and operating model dimensions
Client Delivery & Execution
Design and deliver:
- Operational Readiness strategies and execution roadmaps
- Ramp-up and stabilisation plans
- Readiness assessments and gap analyses
- Lead the development of high-quality client outputs, including:
- Executive-level presentations and steering committee packs
- Integrated workplans, dashboards, and progress reports
- Facilitate client workshops, readiness reviews, and decision-making forums
- Work closely with client operations, project, and leadership teams to enable a smooth transition to stable operations and early performance improvement
Stakeholder & Client Management
- Act as a day-to-day client lead for small engagements or workstreams
- Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders at operational and management levels
- Communicate clearly, confidently, and pragmatically, translating complexity into actionable insights
Business Development & Commercial Contribution
- Support and lead aspects of business development, including:
- Shaping scopes of work and pricing for small engagements
- Developing proposals, case studies, and client presentations
- Identifying follow-on and expansion opportunities within existing engagements
- Contribute to the evolution of the Operational Readiness & Ramp-Up value proposition
Team Leadership & Capability Development
- Provide on-the-job coaching and direction to Consultants and junior team members
- Review deliverables and ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to consulting standards
- Contribute to the development of methodologies, tools, templates, and thought leadership
Experience & Qualifications
Required Experience
- 5–8 years’ experience in management consulting, advisory, or professional services
- Availability to travel as required to support client engagements at project sites, including international locations.
- Proven experience in:
- Leading small consulting engagements or discrete workstreams
- Operational Readiness and ramp-up to stable operations
- Operating model design and operational transitions
- Demonstrated experience across both delivery and business development support
- Complex operating industries (e.g. mining, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing) is strongly preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strong structured problem-solving and analytical capability
- Advanced stakeholder management and facilitation skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication, including executive-level storytelling
- Ability to independently plan, execute, and close consulting work
- Commercial acumen and an opportunity-spotting mindset
- Strong delivery discipline with attention to detail and quality
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- The role suits a management consultant with strong delivery capability, commercial acumen, and the ability to contribute to business development, client delivery, and internal capability building.
Key Responsibilities
Client Delivery & Execution
- Support and lead workstreams across Operational Readiness and Ramp-Up engagements from late project phases through stabilisation
- Develop and execute Operational Readiness strategies, readiness frameworks, and integrated ramp-up plans aligned to operational and business milestones
- Conduct readiness assessments and gap analyses across:
- People and capability
- Operating model and organisational design
- Processes, governance, and decision rights
- Systems, data, and performance management
- Support the design and implementation of:
- Target operating models and organisation structures
- Role clarity, capability requirements, and workforce readiness plans
- End-to-end business processes and operational governance
- Develop high-quality client deliverables, including:
- Operational Readiness strategies and execution plans
- Ramp-up and stabilisation plans
- Executive-level presentations, dashboards, and progress reporting
- Work closely with operations, project, and leadership teams to ensure a smooth transition to business-as-usual and early operational performance stabilisation
Business Development & Commercial Support
- Actively support business development activities, including:
- Proposal development and bid responses
- Client presentations and capability discussions
- Development of case studies and credentials
- Identify opportunities to expand scope within existing client engagements, particularly across readiness, ramp-up, and operational performance improvement
- Contribute to shaping and refining Operational Readiness and Ramp-Up value propositions
Stakeholder & Client Management
- Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders across operations, project, and executive levels
- Support and facilitate workshops, readiness reviews, and decision-making forums
- Communicate clearly and confidently with senior client teams
Internal Capability & Practice Development
- Contribute to the development of Operational Readiness and Ramp-Up methodologies, tools, templates, and thought leadership
- Support mentoring and capability development of junior consultants and analysts
- Contribute to strengthening delivery standards, ways of working, and consulting excellence within the core team
Experience & Qualifications
Required Experience
- 4+ years’ experience in a management consulting, advisory, or professional services environment, with preference to an Engineering degree
- Availability to travel as required to support client engagements at project sites, including international locations.
- Demonstrated experience in:
- Operational Readiness and ramp-up to stable operations
- Operating model design and operational transitions
- Both client delivery and business development support
- Complex operating industries (e.g. mining, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing) is strongly preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Strong structured problem-solving and analytical capability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level storytelling
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams in fast-paced client environments
- Commercial mindset with the ability to identify and shape client opportunities
- High levels of ownership, accountability, and delivery discipline
- Comfortable operating in lean, high-impact consulting teams
Personal Attributes
- Self-starter with a strong ability for execution
- Collaborative, pragmatic, and outcomes-focused
- Adaptable across strategy, design, and implementation
- Strong alignment to values of integrity, excellence, and client impact
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Summary
- Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor (8-month Fixed Term Contract) is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the construction contractors and maintaining the project performance goals for the Electrical and Instrumentation discipline within his geographic area of responsibility. Supervisors coordinate work efforts and ensure activities are sequenced in accordance with the project schedule. A supervisor must be a competent person in the construction trade so that they may accurately evaluate the methods and performance in all respects of the particular scope elements of the project for which he/she is accountable. Reports to the Construction Manager.
Key Responsbilities:
- Responsible for construction supervision and administration including supervision of contractors and their subcontractors for assigned portions of the project
- Assists in the coordination of the design deliverables to support continuous and efficient construction
- Communicates the identification, management and resolution of deficiencies and non-conformance to the Construction Manager
- Assists with site administration and record keeping procedures in accordance with the Construction Execution Plan
- Assists with construction estimating, scheduling, cost control and reporting for all work being performed by the contractor in his assigned area of the project.
- Job site point of contact for all contractors in his assigned area of the project
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Technical degree or equivalent years of supervisory experience required for a leadership position
- Minimum five to ten years’ onsite experience on major projects
- Strong leadership skills, the ability to motivate and lead discipline-focused site teams to successfully execute the assigned scope of work
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills
- Broad knowledge of the EPCM model of project delivery including the activities, interfaces and interdependencies of all project disciplines (engineering, procurement, construction management, and other project related disciplines)
- Comprehensive knowledge and ability to practically interpret and apply good construction practice and appropriate industry standards.
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- The Senior Civil Engineer will provide technical expertise and deliver civil engineering solutions for multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring successful execution across Hatch’s three sectors: Metals, Energy, and Infrastructure. The role combines technical excellence with strong coordination responsibilities, client engagement, and mentoring junior staff while supporting project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Technical
- Perform conceptual and detailed civil engineering design for earthworks, roads, drainage systems, utilities, and site development.
- Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, reports, and tender documentation.
- Participate in design reviews and provide input to cost estimates and schedules.
- Ensure compliance with design codes, standards, and safety-in-design principles.
Coordination & Client Engagement
- Coordinate civil engineering activities across disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
- Represent the civil discipline in project coordination meetings and liaise with clients, contractors, and authorities.
- Prepare Engineering Work Packages (EWPs) and support task assignments.
- Assist with proposal development and client engagement to support business growth.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers to foster technical excellence and collaboration.
- Assist the Engineering Manager in meeting project scope, cost, and schedule requirements.
Quality & Safety
- Review and evaluate technical work prepared by engineers, designers, and technologists.
- Ensure adherence to project procedures and standards.
- Provide site support and timely response to technical queries during construction.
- Work to ensure the implementation of safety in design and integrity principles in design documentation.
Performance Expectations
- Deliver high-quality civil engineering designs within agreed timelines and budgets.
- Ensure effective coordination across disciplines and maintain strong client satisfaction.
- Actively mentor junior staff and contribute to knowledge sharing initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 10+ years of civil engineering design and project coordination experience.
- Proficiency in Civil3D and familiarity with design standards.
- Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Commitment to safety and quality.
Preferred
- Professional/Chartered Engineer registration.
- Experience in infrastructure projects (roads, drainage, utilities).
- Familiarity with BIM processes and GIS tools.
- Project Management certification (e.g., PMP).
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- The Intermediate Control & Automation Engineer provides support to the Senior Control & Automation Engineer and the Project Engineering Manager and will be part of a team of systems and process control engineers and designers. The Intermediate Control & Automation Engineer assists in design as well as the resolution of all technical and team issues related to the discipline.
Key Responsbilities
- Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule
- Prepare a list of engineering deliverables and time-based functions to facilitate the planning and control of the engineering budget
- Assist and maintain the project’s scope of work documentation and revise as required during the design evolution
- Assist in the preparation and development of project specific procedures
- Define the system requirements to achieve the project results and monitor effectiveness
- Schedule, coordinate and participate in S&PC design reviews
- Schedule, coordinate and participate in HAZOP, HAZID, SIL and other process safety reviews
- Ensure coordination, between the S&PC team and other disciplines, of all activities being performed as the design evolves
- Ensure that quality audits of engineering work are carried out in accordance with project procedures and the Quality Assurance Plan as documented in the PEP
- Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of S&PC engineering work
- Ensure that all work designed, manufactured and supplied in the S&PC engineering discipline complies with the relevant sections of the region-specific occupational health and safety laws or acts
- Actively promote value engineering with particular emphasis on energy management.
- Keep track of lessons learned and publish to lesson learned database
- Ensure that any of the S&PC team members required to participate in site-based work or activities are informed of the safety requirements with respect to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), specific site hazards and requirements and travel arrangements
- Encourage an attitude of engagement with the risk mitigation strategies and initiatives employed by Hatch on the projects
- Lead by example with respect to safety and designing for safety and encourage all team members to support this process
- Always be on the lookout for business opportunities for S&PC type work and promote Hatch capabilities.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential
- A recognized degree in electric/electronic/relevant engineering from an accredited college or university or a technical qualification with extensive practical experience would also be acceptable
- Experience working on large projects in a multidisciplinary environment. Familiar with team building and able to confidently apply these principles
- Ability to lead individuals in a team environment to attain quality, cost and schedule objectives
- Strong deliverables focus
- Ability to plan the work
- A high degree of understanding of interdisciplinary dependencies related to the discipline
- Good understanding of procurement, contracting and commissioning methodologies
- Technical exposure to the equipment technologies related to the project
- Good understanding of Hatch systems and workflows as they relate to the S&PC discipline
- Thorough understanding of Hatch’s Health, Safety, Environment, and Community (HSEC) policy and standards
- Strong leadership skills
- Well developed communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Preferred
- Registration as, or in the process of registering as a professional engineer or technician/technologist with the relevant regions professional engineering body
- Minimum 7 years of project engineering experience
- Knowledge of Hatch’s 3D data centric design systems
- Extensive knowledge of Hatch’s engineering management systems
- Strong ability to manage tasks and promote the effective performance of team members
- Sound technical experience of the major equipment
- Extensive experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of projects
- Strong client focus.
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