CONDITION MONITORING SPECIALIST

The South African Breweries; iBhayi; Sur place; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The South African Breweries in the Eastern Cape is seeking a dedicated Condition Monitoring Specialist to perform diagnostic inspections and monitor rotating and static equipment, leveraging techniques like vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis and more.

You will develop predictive maintenance programs, analyze trends, generate reports, and collaborate with maintenance and operations to minimize downtime while ensuring safety standards and asset reliability.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in condition monitoring or reliability engineering.
• Certification in vibration analysis advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Perform condition monitoring on rotating and static equipment using techniques listed.
• Develop and implement predictive maintenance programs for critical assets.
• Interpret data and prepare technical reports with recommendations.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintain asset health records.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Report writing

Formation

Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics degree

Outils

Vibration analysis tools

Reliability software

CMMS SEMEQ

Description du poste

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

The Key purpose will be to perform diagnostic inspections and condition monitoring activities on rotating and critical equipment using various techniques. The role includes strong Analytical, writing skills, and collaborating with maintenance and operations teams to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance. The specialist will also ensure compliance with safety standards, maintain monitoring records and systems, and contribute to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Perform condition monitoring activities on rotating and static equipment using techniques such as:

• Vibration analysis
• Thermography
• Ultrasound testing
• Oil analysis
• Motor current analysis
• Vessel thickness test
• Develop and implement predictive maintenance programs for critical assets
• Conduct routine inspections and diagnostic assessments to identify equipment deterioration or failure trends
• Interpret condition monitoring data and prepare technical reports with recommendations
• Support reliability improvement initiatives and root cause failure analysis (RCFA)
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to optimize equipment performance and reduce downtime
• Maintain asset health records, historical trends, and monitoring databases
• Assist in developing maintenance strategies based on equipment criticality and condition
• Analyze trends and provide early warning notifications for abnormal equipment behavior
• Generate condition assessment reports and communicate findings to all sections Engineers of Utilities, Brewing and Packaging
• Recommend corrective actions and follow-up activities to prevent equipment failures
• Ensure all monitoring activities comply with company standards, safety regulations, and ABInBev maintenance best practices
• Promote safe work practices during inspections and field activities
• Maintain calibration and proper use of condition monitoring instruments
• Utilize CMMS, reliability software, and data acquisition systems effectively (SEMEQ)
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on maintenance reliability and operational efficiency
• Stay updated on new technologies and industry developments in predictive maintenance and asset reliability

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, or reliability engineering
• Certification in vibration analysis (e.g., ISO CAT I/II/III) advantageous
• Experience with condition monitoring tools and reliability software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities

Additional Information

• Band: VIII

SAB/ABInBev is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in line with SAB/ABInBev employment equity plan and talent requirements.The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/ relevant information as criteria for short-listing.