Junior Mechanical Engineer

GIBB

2025/05/19   JHB North

Job Ref #: GIB-325
Industry: Engineering
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
GIBB Mining is a multi-disciplinary engineering design and project management enterprise, specialising in innovative and sustainable techno-economic holistic solutions for mining projects, from concept stage to commissioning and handover. Here you will find an environment conducive to helping you make the most of your abilities and skills.
Job Description

GIBB Mining, a subsidiary of the GIBB Group, is looking for another talented professional to complement their team, in the form of a Junior Mechanical Engineer.

Job Requirements

Core Purpose of Job:

The Junior Mechanical Engineer will be part of a team that manages key clients and projects in the mining/infrastructure projects. The specific engineering responsibilities include developing and inputs into studies, designs, coordination, and completion of projects on time, within budget and within scope.

The Junior Mechanical Engineer will report to the respective project Lead Mechanical Engineer and assist with calculations, designs and developing equipment data sheets, acquiring vendor information and is expected to participate and contribute to design reviews. The Junior Mechanical Engineer will also be expected to draft designs in CAD, when required.

Key Performance Areas:

  • Perform and check detailed design in accordance with appropriate standards and specifications.
  • Effectively convey current progress and problems on a project, together with the required solutions.
  • Draughting of information for proposals, as directed by the lead engineer, in CAD.
  • Ensure that works is executed and constructed to the drawings and specifications.
  • Monitor progress of construction and ensure project built to specifications.
  • Equipment selection and recommendation after detail option consideration.
  • Preparation of equipment data sheets and technical packs.
  • Obtain vendor pricing for estimates and budgets.
  • Compile Technical Reports including technical adjudication reports
  • Review of drawing office work for accuracy.
  • Provide technical input to proposals as directed.
  • Present proposals to Clients, as required.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

  • BSc/BEng/BTech (Mechanical)(Minimum)

Experience:

  • 2+ Years Proven working experience in the mechanical / consulting industry with project experience in mechanical / mining projects
  • Must be fully computer literate in MS Office
  • AutoCAD / Inventor / Navisworks experience

Person Requirements:

Core Competencies:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor (2D/3D)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
  • Detail-oriented/ Attention to detail

Additional Competencies:

  • Good communications skills
  • Good presentation skills
  • Self-confidence in the working environment
  • Strong leadership trademarks
  • Self motivation
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Must be a self starter