Mechanical Engineer - Plant Maintenance & Reliability

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Training & development

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a major industrial operator in Queenstown to recruit a Mechanical Engineer specializing in plant maintenance. You will ensure the reliability and safety of mechanical systems, diagnose issues, and drive preventative maintenance programs.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Pr. Eng./ECSA registration preferred, 5+ years in mechanical plant maintenance, and experience with CMMS, P&IDs, and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA as Pr. Eng. or E.Tech.Eng. preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in mechanical plant maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems including rotating equipment, pumps and conveyors.
• Experience with CMMS and reading drawings, P&IDs and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance programs for mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical failures, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee repair and overhaul activities to high-quality standards.
• Plan, schedule, budget and execute maintenance projects.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Rotating equipment knowledge

Leadership

Analytical problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Maintenance planning software

P&IDs reading

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a major industrial operator in Queenstown to recruit a Mechanical Engineer specializing in plant maintenance. You will ensure the reliability and safety of mechanical systems, diagnose issues, and drive preventative maintenance programs.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Pr. Eng./ECSA registration preferred, 5+ years in mechanical plant maintenance, and experience with CMMS, P&IDs, and problem solving.