Facilities Engineer - Upstream Operations

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Housing allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Facilities Engineer to join our upstream operations team in Nelspruit. This hands-on on-site role focuses on integrity, reliability, and optimum performance of oil and gas production facilities, including design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of surface facilities.

You will collaborate with production engineers, maintenance teams and project managers to support safe operations, develop maintenance strategies, ensure regulatory compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in facilities engineering within the oil and gas upstream sector.
• Strong knowledge of process equipment (separators, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers).
• Experience with P&IDs, equipment specifications, and mechanical integrity programs.
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, construction, and modification of upstream production facilities.
• Develop and implement preventative and corrective maintenance strategies for process equipment.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement solutions to improve facility performance and uptime.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to facility operations.
• Manage facility integrity programs, including corrosion monitoring and inspection planning.
• Provide technical support for operational readiness and start-up activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Process equipment knowledge

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Related field

Job description

Our client is seeking a dedicated Facilities Engineer to join their upstream operations team in Nelspruit . This role focuses on ensuring the integrity, reliability, and optimal performance of oil and gas production facilities. You will be involved in the design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of surface facilities, including separation units, processing equipment, and associated infrastructure. The successful candidate will work closely with production engineers, maintenance teams, and project managers to support safe and efficient operations. This is a key on‑site role requiring hands‑on involvement and problem‑solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, construction, and modification of upstream production facilities.
• Develop and implement preventative and corrective maintenance strategies for process equipment.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement solutions to improve facility performance and uptime.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to facility operations.
• Manage facility integrity programs, including corrosion monitoring and inspection planning.
• Provide technical support for operational readiness and start‑up activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities engineering within the oil and gas upstream sector.
• Strong knowledge of process equipment, such as separators, pumps, compressors, and heat exchangers.
• Experience with P&IDs, equipment specifications, and mechanical integrity programs.
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Performance‑based incentive programs.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Company housing or housing allowance may be provided.
• A supportive team environment focused on operational excellence.
• The chance to work in a vital role within the Nelspruit region's energy sector.