Planner & Estimator

Job Facts

Employer FLSmidth
Location Gauteng Kempton Park
Closing Date 26 Aug 2026
Posted 15 August 2026
Minimum Education National Diploma in Mechanical engineering.
Industry Engineering, Mining Equipment

Minimum Requirements

  • National Diploma in Mechanical engineering.
  • Fitter & Turner or Turner Machinists-added advantage.
  • in a workshop environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Office programs.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, strong time management skills.
  • Ability to establish good connections with a broad range of people and a team player.
  • Individual should possess a sense of urgency, be proactive, customer-driven, and motivated.
  • Knowledgeable of various parts and assemblies by part number and physical appearance
  • Knowledge of ERP-based applications (SAP)-added advantage.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver in a fast-paced, changing environment while maintaining high attention to detail.
  • Perseverance and an ability to prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Extracting components and quantities from drawings and providing a total preliminary cost for manufacturing or refurbishment.
  • Compiling and / or verification of bill of quantities.
  • Determine in and outsourcing requirements.
  • Setting up and completing of costing sheets and evaluation sheets.
  • Ensure that cost estimates are accurate and in line with the Scope of Work.
  • Preparing vendor enquires and adjudication / verification of offers in order to incorporate customer and design specifications.
  • Setting up and maintaining filing system for estimations.
  • Liaising with stakeholders from various departments (Spares, Project Managers, Engineering) regarding technical specifications, requirements and progress on a day-to-day basis.
  • Query design drawing information for lower cost alternatives. (Value engineering)
  • Compiling the IFC Packages and timesheets for production execution.
  • Expedite supply of raw materials and buy outs.
  • Compile high level project plans for long duration projects. (MS Projects)
  • Tracking progress and expediting the supply of raw materials and buy outs and informing the relevant department of possible delays.
  • Planning and execution using SAP ERP System.
  • Handover of completed orders to logistics.
  • Processing of lose parts and final close out for production orders.
  • Sourcing of new vendors and maintaining good relations with existing suppliers.
  • Must be able to independently manage a challenging workload when faced with unexpected changes in priorities and deadlines.