Overview:Manage the Technical department and oversee all new product developments. Provide engineering support to the business unit. The position reports into the Managing Director, and has Reportees: Development Engineers, Innovation Engineer, Project Co-ordinator and Graduate Engineer Minimum Requirements:Grade 12Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering6-8 years' experience in a similar roleExperience in Project Management Responsibilities:Business Strategy:Assist with the development of new product development strategies. Management:Oversee the design and development of products and processes according to the company's nterests.Ensure products and associated jigs and fixtures are developed according to the company's standards and best practices.Set, analyse and report on development targets in the form of development time and budget.Research and analyse different materials, manufacturing processes, design tolerances and other factors in the developmental process.Ensure compliance to all legal and statutory requirements.Work efficiently to meet the company's strategic goals and satisfy customer requirementsDevelop and execute Continuous Improvement Programs (CIP) with a cost down mind-set and quality focused.Develop, record and present department specific KPI's.Develop and execute departmental training needs analysis. Customer:Maintain existing and developed new customer relationships during the development process and beyond.Interact with external and internal customers in a professional manner. Finance:Assist in developing department specific budgets and ensuring these are achieved.Maintain and enforce good time keeping skills and the efficient usage of company time within the department.Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)Detect and prevent fraudPromote good Corporate Governance SHEQ:Adhere to and enforce compliance to company SHEQ policy.Be mindful of SHEQ issues in the development and hand over process and that these are designed out of the products manufacture, fitment and operation.Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace.Address workplace hazards and risks immediatelyWork safely and use safety equipment.Comply with the requirements of the Quality Management Systems. Policies and Procedures:Operate according to standard operating procedures and within the parameters of applicable legislation. Competencies: Knowledge and Skills:Product and Process Knowledge.Engineering first principals.Understanding of health and safety within the manufacturing environment.CAE software, preferably Catia V5 or SolidWorks.Time management and teamwork skills.Familiar with quality systems, preferably ISO 9001 and IATF16949Sense of urgency in completing tasks.Good communication skills.Self-motivated."Out the box" critical thinking abilities