Junior Industrial Engineer position open at SPAR (Durban)

Key Details

• Reference: spar_000875
• Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
• Company: SPAR
• Job Type: Permanent
• Industry: Engineering / Logistics
• Closing Date: 16 May 2026

Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• Degree in Industrial Engineering (essential)
• Relevant experience (advantageous)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced MS Office (Excel, Word, Access, Project, PowerPoint)
• Programming experience (advantageous)

Knowledge & Skills

• Logistics and supply chain processes
• Data analysis and performance optimisation
• Project management
• Lean logistics principles
• Strong numeracy and logical reasoning
• Communication and leadership skills
• Attention to detail and administration

Key Responsibilities

Process Improvement

• Identify performance improvement opportunities
• Optimise warehouse layouts
• Improve logistics systems (inbound, outbound, perishables)
• Implement Lean Logistics practices

Data Analysis

• Collect and analyse operational data
• Develop solutions based on insights
• Model supply chain costs

Project Management

• Lead logistics improvement projects
• Manage projects from start to completion
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously

Operations Support

• Manage labour standards
• Troubleshoot low productivity areas
• Improve operational efficiency

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead short-term project teams
• Work across departments
• Provide direction and support

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Important Notes

• Employment equity principles apply
• Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
• No feedback = unsuccessful application