Facilities Engineer

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Professional development

Medical aid & retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Facilities Engineer to oversee the design, construction, and maintenance of production facilities in Upington, Northern Cape. You will manage projects from conception through completion and collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to deliver high-quality results.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, 5+ years of facilities engineering experience (Oil & Gas preferred), and strong project management,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities engineering, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience in project management, including planning, execution, and closeout.
• Strong knowledge of P&IDs, equipment specifications, and construction practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design, procurement, and construction of new production facilities and modifications to existing ones.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and integrity of production facilities, including pipelines, tanks, and processing equipment.
• Ensure all facilities engineering activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and provide technical recommendations for facility upgrades and expansions.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and third-party contractors.

Skills

Project management

P&IDs knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Facilities Engineer to oversee the design, construction, and maintenance of production facilities in the Upington, Northern Cape area. This role is essential for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of infrastructure within the Oil & Gas sector. You will manage projects from conception through completion, working with internal teams and external contractors to deliver high-quality results. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills and a comprehensive understanding of facility engineering principles applicable to energy infrastructure. This position offers a chance to contribute to key infrastructure projects in a growing region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the design, procurement, and construction of new production facilities and modifications to existing ones.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and integrity of production facilities, including pipelines, tanks, and processing equipment.
• Ensure all facilities engineering activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and provide technical recommendations for facility upgrades and expansions.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and third-party contractors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities engineering , preferably within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience in project management, including planning, execution, and closeout.
• Strong knowledge of P&IDs, equipment specifications, and construction practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Company vehicle or travel allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A dynamic work environment with exposure to significant infrastructure projects.