Hydraulics Engineer

The Weir Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Johannesburg seeks a Hydraulics Engineer to assist with the sale and management of pumping solutions. The role focuses on slurry and dewatering applications, requiring technical support and market development. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 1-3 years’ experience in a mining or manufacturing environment. Join a dynamic team committed to safety and innovation.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• 1-3 years post qualification experience in a mining/manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrate 100% commitment to zero harm behaviors for safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for the product, internally and externally.
• Conduct site visits and troubleshooting.
• Identify and develop new markets.
• Support the wider community with technical assistance.

Skills

Technical support

Problem-solving

Market development

Computer literacy

Pump selection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical/Chemical/Mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP Software

Job description

Job Title: Hydraulics Engineer
Division: Weir Minerals
Location: Johannesburg, Isando
Onsite

Purpose of Role:

The Hydraulics Engineer will assist with the sale and management of Weir related pumping solutions. This role will be predominantly focused on slurry and dewatering solutions, although not limited to them. The role will be predominantly in the field, supporting the regions with the sale in the installation of these dewatering solutions.

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of our lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for the product, internally and externally.
• Site visits and trouble shooting.
• Identify and develop new markets.
• Support the wider Weir community with technical support.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Metallurgical / Chemical / Mechanical).
• 1-3 years post qualification experience in a mining/manufacturing environment.
• Computer Literate –MS Office Suite, ERP Software.
• Pump selection experience (advantageous).
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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