Field Engineer – Maintenance & Projects (Petroleum)

TotalEnergies Group; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalEnergies Group in South Africa is seeking a qualified Maintenance Engineer to oversee electrical, mechanical or civil systems across our sites in the Eastern Cape. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, project delivery, budget adherence and strong HSEQ compliance with contractors.

You will lead maintenance planning, review reports, manage non-conformances within 24 hours, and drive continuous improvements while coordinating with Territory Managers and site teams to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• Qualification: S4 or BTech in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering
• 2 – 3 year experience in petroleum engineering
• Sound experience in the Engineering , Construction and Maintenance
• High level of autonomy and problem solving skills
• Real capability to manage the workload and efficiency in the work done
• Proactive and available at any time
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Ability to work within a team made of customers, purchasers, head-office organisation
• Sound Knowledge of the local legislations, group and International Standards in relation to the oil industry
• Valid Driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal management of maintenance activities to improve availability while optimising cost.
• Execute small Campaign projects.
• Maintain HSEQ compliance and ensure contractors follow policy.
• Report on regional performance at Monthly Maintenance Business Review meetings.
• Monitor Preventative Maintenance status and take corrective actions.
• Manage annual technical visits with Territory Manager and tenant.
• Ensure site maintenance is completed within agreed time frames and accurate costing is submitted to business.
• Attend and present at Sales Manager Monthly meetings.
• Control project programs and budgets to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Ensure proper documentation including drawings and asset registrations is maintained.

Education

S4 or BTech in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering

Job description

TotalEnergies Group in South Africa is seeking a qualified Maintenance Engineer to oversee electrical, mechanical or civil systems across our sites in the Eastern Cape. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, project delivery, budget adherence and strong HSEQ compliance with contractors.

You will lead maintenance planning, review reports, manage non-conformances within 24 hours, and drive continuous improvements while coordinating with Territory Managers and site teams to ensure safe,