Industrial Maintenance Engineer - Nelspruit

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Safe working environment

Overtime and project bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a qualified Industrial Maintenance Engineer to strengthen its maintenance division, focusing on uptime and efficiency of industrial equipment. You will plan, implement and oversee preventative, corrective and predictive maintenance while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and strong records management.

The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years in industrial maintenance engineering.
• Strong knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and P&IDs.
• Experience with CMMS software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs for industrial machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic failures and repair.
• Analyze equipment data to identify root causes and implement long-term fixes.
• Oversee major repair projects with internal teams and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain maintenance records including work orders and downtime analysis.
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance technicians and operators.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Predictive maintenance

Engineering drawings

P&IDs

CMMS experience

Analytical skills

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a qualified Industrial Maintenance Engineer to strengthen their maintenance division in Nelspruit. This role is essential for ensuring the operational uptime and efficiency of the company's industrial equipment and facilities. You will be responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing a wide range of maintenance activities, including preventative, corrective, and predictive maintenance strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and operational performance in a demanding industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive preventative maintenance programs for all industrial machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system failures.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify root causes of recurring issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Oversee major repair projects, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, parts usage, and downtime analysis.
• Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance technicians and operators.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance engineering.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance best practices, including predictive and preventative techniques.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical manuals.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience with CMMS software is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package that reflects your engineering expertise.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A safe and stable working environment with modern facilities.
• Potential for overtime and project-based bonuses.