Facilities Engineer: Plant Ops, Maintenance & Projects

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance-based bonuses

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Facilities Engineer to support plant operations in Benoni, Gauteng. You will oversee maintenance, manage facility capital projects, and ensure safety and environmental compliance across the site.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelors in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, with 5+ years in facilities or plant engineering in Oil & Gas or heavy industry. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and CMMS experience are advantages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years in facilities/plant engineering within Oil & Gas or heavy industry.
• Experience with maintenance management and project execution.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations relevant to industrial facilities.
• CMMS experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of plant facilities and equipment.
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Manage small to medium capital projects, including scope definition, budgeting, and execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement effective solutions.
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for maintenance and project work.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment history, and asset management data.
• Support the planning and execution of plant turnarounds and shutdowns.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains.
• Provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Project management

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

CMMS experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Facilities Engineer to support plant operations in Benoni, Gauteng. You will oversee maintenance, manage facility capital projects, and ensure safety and environmental compliance across the site.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelors in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, with 5+ years in facilities or plant engineering in Oil & Gas or heavy industry. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and CMMS experience are advantages.