Rb 416023 - Expediting Engineer (Renewable Energy) – Johannesburg

Employer Description Our client specialises in turnkey renewable energy projects. Job Description Reporting to the Contracts Manager, You will be responsible for the management of all related project equipment for internal and external stakeholders. The main focus is that of renewable energy projects. Duties: Develop and maintain database of equipment needed for various renewable projects. This should include respective manufacturing, shipping and delivery dates, FAT, QA documentation, etc. Work with procurement on PO Close-out and supplier performance, management, capacity, and production evaluations. Responsible for coordinating with project managers, engineering team, purchasing team, suppliers, Quality team and closely follow up with supplier from end to end for expediting of Equipment, processes to meet the project timeline and following client specs. Assist Project Manager with Expediting workload and participate in planning, organizing and prioritizing workload to ensure deadlines are achieved. Manage progress meetings and factor inspections with relevant suppliers Responsible for identifying any gaps proactively at supplier, develop preventative and corrective actions in discussion with supplier for alternate plan to meet the project timeline. Attend FAT Attend client meetings to report on all aspects of equipment delivery. Weekly and monthly reporting on delivery status, this includes FAT and all QA documentation. Assist in the management and approval of all equipment QA documentation. Qualifications Relevant Bachelors degree/Diploma in a technical discipline Skills At least 5 years related experience in the Renewable Energy (Wind/Solar) sector Must be able to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications. Working knowledge in estimating the time period of different manufacturing process, challenges and identifying alternate way to mitigate the risk of delay in execution thereof. Knowledge and understanding of ISO 9001:2000 Quality Management Systems and ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems