Planning Specialist

Weir, a global leader in mining technology, is hiring an on-site Planning Specialist for its Minerals operation in Alrode, Johannesburg. The role keeps production of original-equipment (OE) and aftermarket (AM) products on schedule for customer due dates by managing production orders, documentation and system data.

Key responsibilities:

– Load and maintain production orders, and line up start and due dates with customer requirements.

– Raise and confirm order acknowledgments with sales.

– Compile complete job packs, including drawings, quality control plans (QCPs), bills of materials (BOMs) and pick slips.

– Manage MRP action messages, and review and correct production BOMs and routings, including NCRs and sales changes.

– Maintain visual management tools in the slotting room, such as status boards and tags.

– Expedite and source lower-level items through the branch network and purchasing, and manage subcontract orders in the ERP.

– Attend project handover meetings and uphold Weir’s zero-harm safety culture.

Requirements:

– National Diploma in Logistics, Industrial Engineering or a related field.

– At least 3 years’ technical planning experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.

– Strong SAP and advanced Excel skills, and the ability to read technical drawings.

– SAP F30/subcontracting experience and project management exposure are advantages.

Benefits include competitive pay, study support, a share-builder scheme and wellness support. Closing date: none stated; Weir’s careers portal shows the posting open until about 7 October 2026.