External Field Sales Engineer – Industrial Equipment

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Beaufort West

On-site

ZAR 520,000 - 780,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Our client is a global leader in Industrial and Engineering Supplies seeking an experienced external maintenance specialist to drive electro‑mechanical maintenance across sites in South Africa. The role requires a minimum of 5 years on large electrical/mechanical installations and a strong electrical background with SCADA/PLC familiarity.

You will manage maintenance planning, spares, and contractor relations while ensuring MHSA/OHSA compliance and safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

Qualified Millwright with completed apprenticeship.
Section 13 or Section 26D Trade Test Certificate as a Millwright (Electro-Mechanician).
Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience maintaining large electrical and mechanical installations.
Strong electrical background with the ability to troubleshoot accurately and efficiently.
Minimum 5 years’ experience with SCADA and PLC control systems will be advantageous.
Experience with field control instrumentation will be advantageous.
Sound knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance principles.
Extensive knowledge of centrifugal pumps, including slurry and clean-water applications.
Strong understanding of positive displacement pumps, including diaphragm, screw, and peristaltic pumps.
Knowledge of pump alignment, fault diagnosis, vibration causes, and bearing failures.
Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Working knowledge of Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) and soft starters, including setup, fault finding, and parameter verification.
Basic instrumentation knowledge, including pH, ORP, and conductivity probes, calibration, and fault finding.
Electrical fault-finding experience on low-voltage systems.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings, P&IDs, and mechanical schematics.
Understanding of preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
Knowledge of lubrication systems and practices.
Sound understanding of the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) and/or Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) in South Africa.
Knowledge of lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures.

Responsibilities

Manage and execute predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance activities.
Ensure effective application and adherence to the Computerised Maintenance Management System (MaintainX).
Ensure all plant assets are clearly identified, marked, and controlled through an accurate Asset Register.
Attend to breakdowns promptly and prioritise maintenance jobs according to operational requirements.
Plan and perform routine servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance of electro-mechanical equipment in a professional and cost-effective manner.
Ensure compliance with planned maintenance schedules and maintenance windows.
Monitor and report on the condition and performance of electro-mechanical plant equipment.
Ensure adherence to predictive and preventative maintenance requirements.
Manage and coordinate the maintenance team and ensure effective utilisation of available resources.
Implement and manage artisan standby rosters, overtime, leave schedules, and skills development programmes.
Enforce appropriate discipline in accordance with company procedures.
Conduct weekly toolbox talks with the maintenance team.
Conduct regular maintenance forward planning and lead weekly maintenance meetings.
Prepare and submit maintenance reports as required.
Assist with hands-on maintenance activities during non-high-risk work.
Oversee high-risk maintenance activities during weekends and after hours when required.
Assist with contractor management for maintenance-related activities on site.
Monitor contractor performance and service-level agreements.
Assist with the coordination and escorting of filter press and lime delivery trucks when required.
Assist with specifications, sourcing, quality control, refurbishment, and repair of equipment.
Assist with pricing, tendering, and implementation of new electrical, mechanical, and civil installations.
Manage maintenance spares and ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained.
Ensure approved and contractually required maintenance spares are available when needed.
Apply sound human resource, administration, and control procedures.
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company, client, MHSA/OHSA, and applicable ISO requirements.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health, and safety.
Take responsibility for applicable legal safety appointments in accordance with MHSA/OHSA requirements.
Participate in client safety meetings and ensure safety files are maintained.
Ensure statutory inspections are completed as required.
Apply lock-out/tag-out procedures in accordance with company requirements.
Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and/or 5 Why investigations to identify the causes of recurring problems.
Implement corrective and preventative actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
Control, analyse, and maintain accurate CMMS information and use the data as a management tool.
Liaise with client representatives to coordinate maintenance activities and operational requirements.
Build and maintain professional client relationships.
Provide effective feedback and reporting to management and clients.
Develop practical, cost-effective solutions during breakdown situations.
Mentor and guide junior artisans and contribute to skills development.
Maintain a solution-focused and continuous-improvement approach.
Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
Perform standby duties and work extended hours when operational requirements dictate.