Production Systems

4 days ago

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time R1 200 000 - R2 400 000 per year

A leading Chemistry lab is looking for a Production Systems & Digitalization Lead to join their team in Port Elizabeth. The ideal candidate will take ownership of all digital production systems within a high-performance manufacturing environment. This senior technical specialist will lead system stability, integration, and digital advancement projects, focusing on MES platforms, automation systems, and SAP-to-plant integrations. The position combines engineering, IT, and project leadership, contributing directly to the company's digital transformation and innovation roadmap.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and maintain the production application and server landscape, including SQL/Oracle databases, MES, and automation systems

  • Ensure long-term system performance, reliability, and cybersecurity

  • Implement and administer MES platforms (e.g., Wonderware/AVEVA), SCADA systems, and historian databases

  • Lead SAP-to-plant software integration projects, coordinating between departments and vendors

  • Drive the digitization of manual processes and deploy custom digital tools using Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, Power BI)

  • Promote data-driven decision-making through application-level analytics and reporting

  • Lead and manage automation and application-related projects with full compliance to change control and MOC standards

  • Implement cybersecurity measures, patch management, backup systems, and disaster recovery plans

  • Drive cross-site technical standardization and participate in global digital forums and strategic initiatives

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronic, or Industrial) and/or Information Systems / Computer Science

  • Minimum 10 years' experience in manufacturing, production IT, automation, or industrial digitalization

  • Dual-discipline experience (engineering and IT) essential

  • Hands-on experience with MES platforms (preferably Wonderware/AVEVA), SCADA, and historian systems

  • Proven track record in leading SAP-related system integration and rollout projects

  • Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power BI, Power Automate)

  • Knowledge of cybersecurity in industrial systems, MOC governance, and IT auditing practices

  • Strong technical communication, independent work ethic, and ability to manage long-cycle projects

Benefits:

  • Salary: negotiable.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

Apply for this role today, contact Sonique Beetge at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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