Graduate Engineer

The Beverage Company; East London; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Food and Beverage manufacturing sector is seeking a Graduate Engineer in East London. As part of the engineering team, you will apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges, supporting operations and driving improvements in reliability and efficiency. This role offers a unique opportunity for entry-level candidates to gain practical experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong theoretical knowledge in mechanical design, thermodynamics, and materials science.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation, maintenance, and improvement of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on project-based work.
• Contribute to the development of preventative maintenance schedules.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Job PurposeAs an Engineering Graduate, you will be an integral part of the engineering team at our plants.

You will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world industrial challenges, support plant operations, and help drive improvements in equipment reliability, performance, and efficiency.

This role is ideal for someone eager to develop practical skills and progress their career in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job PurposeAs an Engineering Graduate, you will be an integral part of the engineering team at our plants.

You will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world industrial challenges, support plant operations, and help drive improvements in equipment reliability, performance, and efficiency.

This role is ideal for someone eager to develop practical skills and progress their career in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key Accountabilities And OutputsSupport the operation, maintenance, and improvement of mechanical and electrical systems in the plant.

Assist in the design, testing, and implementation of new mechanical and electrical equipment and machinery.

Perform routine inspections and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth plant operations.

Collaborate with senior engineers on project-based work, including plant upgrades, efficiency enhancements, and safety initiatives.

Analyze data and assist in the development of reports for performance analysis and process optimization.

Contribute to the development and implementation of preventative maintenance schedules.

Participate in continuous improvement efforts and contribute ideas to enhance plant processes, reduce downtime, and improve productivity.

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards in all aspects of plant operations.

Qualifications And ExperienceRecent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (BENG).

Strong theoretical knowledge in mechanical design, thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processes.

in a manufacturing or industrial environment is an advantage.

A strong interest in plant engineering, process optimization, and maintenance activities.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

A proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.

Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations in a manufacturing setting is a plus.

Key QualitiesCommunicationRoutine communication in connection with instructions, requests, or normal work tasks.

Problem SolvingProactive identification of functional problems related to a specific process or policy, determine cause and impact, and choose the best alternative to solve the problem based on guidelines provided and an understanding of the theory or practices underpinning the problem.

Relationships MaintainedOthers in own work area.

Behavioural CompetenciesAccountabilityAccomplishes assigned tasks and goals : takes necessary actions to keep progress against objectives on track.

Prepares a roadmap for success.

Ensures that all who need to know, are clear about the plan.

Takes full responsibility for own actions and outcomes, including mistakes.

Always acts in the company's best interest, regardless of whether it is difficult or unpopular.

Ensures others are on track for achieving their goals.

CollaborationHelps others with their work.

Meets commitments to team members or others in the organisation.

Actively contributes to team discussions and the accomplishment of team work plans.

Shares expertise and resources to help others address their needs.

Seeks to include all those who can contribute to the most successful outcome and those who have a stake in the results.

Actively keeps all stakeholders informed.

Attempts to reinvigorate team processes when progress is lagging : stays engaged even when not in full agreement with the team's direction.

Continuous ImprovementIncreases performance expectations when success has been achieved.

Seeks out sources of information, including trade associations, "best practice" companies, customers, peers, subordinates, etc.

Finds ways to fast-adapt improvement ideas to work processes.

Proactively seeks out resources, alliances, etc., needed to quickly introduce improvements.

Decision MakingOrganises information to make it easier to analyse or see trends.

Anticipates consequences and formulates alternatives.

Establishes clear decision criteria for making informed choices.

Seeks relevant information to better understand situations and problems.

Conducts appropriate analysis; neither makes snap decisions nor over-analyses.

Sees relationships between various facts, figures or other information.

Knowledge of BusinessFollows systematic, multi-source learning regiment designed to educate oneself quickly : keeps oneself current.

Describes the important impacts that one has on the success of one's functional area and on company results; demonstrates a knowledge of the customers business.

Uses business understanding to make sound decisions and influence the decisions of others.

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