GPR Engineer 2.13.1

Humankind; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Humankind in Gauteng seeks a GCC-certified Engineer (2.13.1 Appointee) to own the engineering and maintenance strategy for a critical processing operation, driving plant reliability, asset performance, and compliance with MHSA and OHSA.

You will lead maintenance planning, manage contractors, develop predictive programs and ensure safe, cost-efficient operations. A Diploma or Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and GCC are required, with at least 5 years' relevant experience.

Qualifications

• GCC-certified engineer with relevant mechanical or electrical engineering background.
• Proven ability to lead maintenance planning and asset performance initiatives.
• Strong understanding of MHSA/OHSA compliance and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the overall engineering and maintenance strategy.
• Ensure plant availability, reliability, and asset performance.
• Manage plant engineering assets throughout their lifecycle.
• Develop and enhance preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Drive maintenance planning, scheduling, shutdowns, and long-term asset planning.
• Oversee engineering projects from initiation through implementation.
• Manage contractors and external service providers.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with MHSA, OHSA, and relevant SANS standards.
• Establish systems that promote safe, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective operations.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance planning

Root cause analysis

Project management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

GCC (Government Certificate of Competency)

Job description

Are you a GCC-qualified Engineer looking to take ownership of a critical engineering function within a fast-paced industrial operation? An established processing operation is seeking an experienced Engineer / 2.13.1 Appointee to drive plant reliability, asset performance, maintenance strategy, and legal compliance while ensuring safe and efficient operations. This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role where your engineering expertise will directly impact production performance, operational excellence, and long-term asset sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the overall engineering and maintenance strategy.
• Ensure optimal plant availability, reliability, and asset performance.
• Manage plant engineering assets throughout their lifecycle.
• Develop and enhance preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Drive maintenance planning, scheduling, shutdowns, and long-term asset planning.
• Oversee engineering projects from initiation through implementation.
• Manage contractors and external service providers.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and relevant SANS standards.
• Establish systems and controls that promote safe, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• GCC (Government Certificate of Competency) essential.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant engineering experience.
• Previous process plant experience.
• Experience managing subcontractors and service providers.
• Shutdown planning and long-term maintenance planning experience.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and maintenance management capability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making ability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Proactive and solutions-driven mindset.
• Sound knowledge of engineering legislation, safety requirements, and applicable standards.
• Strong focus on safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.