Facilities Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement funds

Career advancement

Hybrid work in Nelspruit

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer for a role in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, in the upstream oil and gas sector. The position covers the design, construction, operation and maintenance of production facilities, with a hybrid work model balancing on-site presence and remote work.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, brings 6+ years in facilities engineering, and excels in process design, equipment specification, and facility layout.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of facilities engineering experience in upstream oil & gas preferred.
• Knowledge of process design, equipment specification, and facility design/operation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, engineering, and construction of oil and gas production facilities.
• Ensure facility designs meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform process simulations and equipment sizing for facilities.
• Develop and manage operational and maintenance strategies for production facilities.
• Troubleshoot issues and improve facility performance and reliability.
• Conduct safety reviews (HAZOP) for modifications and new designs.
• Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and operations personnel.
• Manage vendor selection and procurement of facility equipment.
• Prepare technical documentation (P&IDs, equipment specs, manuals).
• Support asset integrity management programs.

Skills

Process design

Equipment specification

Facility design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic force in the **Oil & Gas** sector, is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer to join their team in **Nelspruit, Mpumalanga**. This role is integral to the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of production facilities, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and environmental standards. The position utilizes a hybrid work model, enabling efficient collaboration between on-site presence in **Nelspruit** and remote work flexibility. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background with expertise in process design, equipment selection, and facility optimization within the upstream oil and gas industry in **South Africa**.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, engineering, and construction of oil and gas production facilities.
• Ensure facility designs comply with industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform process simulations and equipment sizing for facilities.
• Develop and manage operational and maintenance strategies for production facilities.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement solutions to improve facility performance and reliability.
• Conduct safety reviews, such as HAZOP studies, for facility modifications and new designs.
• Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and operations personnel.
• Manage vendor selection and oversee the procurement of facility equipment.
• Prepare technical documentation, including P&IDs, equipment specifications, and operational manuals.
• Support asset integrity management programs for production facilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in facilities engineering, preferably in upstream oil and gas.
• Strong knowledge of process design, equipment specification, and operational aspects of production facilities.
• Experience with P&IDs, PFDs, and facility layout design.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in facility design and operation.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and simulation tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Experience within **Nelspruit** or **Mpumalanga** operations is advantageous.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement funds
• excellent opportunities for career advancement
• hybrid work model in **Nelspruit** fosters a flexible and balanced work environment