Junior Plant Engineer

Henkel; Brakpan; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Junior Plant Engineer to assist with plant maintenance and project execution. The role involves developing maintenance strategies, monitoring production technologies, and ensuring equipment reliability. Candidates must hold a B.Eng or BSc in Electrical Engineering and have at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Join Henkel for a diverse and inclusive work culture with attractive perks.

Benefits

Globally recognized wellbeing standards

Gender-neutral parental leave

Employee Share Plan

Annual 1-month bonus

66.67% company contribution to Medical Aid

Travel allowance

Subsidized canteen

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of PLCs and industrial equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, execution, and monitoring of plant maintenance.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies.
• Prepare and present reports on maintenance activities.

Skills

PLC integration

Fault finding

Team supervision

Education

B.Eng or BSc degree in Electrical Engineering

Specialization in industrial plant maintenance

Tools

Instrumentation

Job description

About this Position

The Junior Plant Engineer will assist senior engineers with planning, execution, and monitoring of plant maintenance and projects. Responsibilities include supporting project documentation, reports, and presentations, troubleshooting plant equipment issues, providing solutions, managing electrical maintenance processes, and overseeing investment projects. The role also involves monitoring the operation of existing production technologies and the new solar plant.

What You’ll Do

1. Develop and implement maintenance strategies.
2. Assign tasks and monitor departmental progress.
3. Measure, monitor, and report equipment availability and reliability. Must be familiar with PLC integration and controls (Siemens) as well as fault finding.
4. Be conversant with power factor correction.
5. Prepare and present regular reports on maintenance activities and performance.
6. Collaborate with other departments to support production.
7. Suggest improvements in local production processes and propose solutions.
8. Monitor KPIs for engineering and maintenance processes.
9. Perform scheduled maintenance and repairs on systems, equipment, and machinery.
10. Inspect systems and machinery to identify potential problems.
11. Conduct regular tests on electrical systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure proper operation.

What makes you a good fit

1. Minimum education: B.Eng or BSc degree in Electrical Engineering (Non-Negotiable).
2. Specialization in industrial plant maintenance (Manufacturing).
3. Minimum of 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.

Additional knowledge required:

• Knowledge of instrumentation (advantageous).
• Team supervision skills.
• Experience with PLCs and industrial equipment and processes.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Globally recognized wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs.
• Gender-neutral parental leave of at least 8 weeks.
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.
• Annual 1-month bonus.
• 66.67% company contribution to Medical Aid.
• Travel allowance.
• Subsidized canteen.

At Henkel, we value diversity and believe in the power of different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Join our team and bring your unique qualities. We seek a diverse team of individuals with various backgrounds, experiences, personalities, and mindsets.