Junior Reliability Engineer

Raubex; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Raubex invites an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead engineering services at a tissue paper production plant. You will oversee strategic projects, maintenance shutdowns, and technical support for cross‑functional teams, ensuring alignment with governance and safety standards.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree, FMCG plant experience, and strong problem‑solving and planning skills. You will manage contractors, drive CAPEX initiatives, and source equipment while ensuring safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• GCC will be advantageous.
• Production and maintenance experience in FMCG plant.
• Knowledge of the OHS Act & Regulations.
• Knowledge and experience in hazard control and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Execution of strategic engineering projects and change management.
• Support Engineering team to plan and execute successful maintenance shutdowns.
• Lead efforts to ensure continuous business improvement and technical support.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health and environment standards (GMR2(7)).
• Ensure compliance with governance, procedures and that all legal registers are up to date.
• Ensure the safety of all the equipment (safety guards - OHSAct) and surrounding buildings (SANS10400).
• People management of external contractors and professional services.
• Identify, apply and execute Mechanical & Civil CAPEX expenses.
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source and procure equipment and spare parts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement mechanical systems and components for tissue paper production.
• Conduct thorough root cause analysis and evaluation of existing machinery, identifying areas for improvement and recommending appropriate modifications or develop & implement effective maintenance strategies
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to production teams, addressing mechanical issues and troubleshooting problems as they arise.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Planning

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Maintenance planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Introduction

To manage and lead the provision of engineering services within the Paper Mill plant and to ensure the application of company standards and strategy to the delivery of strategic engineering projects,
maintenance of plants and equipment, adherence to governance, compliance and statutory requirements,
and to provide specialist engineering advice to production, safety and technical areas.

Duties & Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execution of strategic engineering projects and change management.
• Support Engineering team to plan and execute successful maintenance shutdowns
• Lead efforts to ensure continuous business improvement and technical support.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health and environment standards (appointment at GMR2(7))
• Ensure compliance with governance, procedures and that all legal registers are up to date
• Ensure the safety of all the equipment (safety guards - OHSAct) and surrounding buildings (SANS10400)
• People management of external contractors and professional services.
• Identify, apply and execute Mechanical & Civil CAPEX expenses
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source and procure equipment and spare parts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement mechanical systems and components for tissue paper production.
• Conduct thorough root cause analysis and evaluation of existing machinery, identifying areas for improvement and recommending appropriate modifications or develop & implement effective maintenance strategies
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to production teams, addressing mechanical issues and troubleshooting problems as they arise.

Desired Experience & Qualification

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• GCC will be advantageous

WORKING EXPERIENCE

• Production and maintenance experience in a FMCG plant
• Knowledge of the OHS Act & Regulations
• Knowledge of project management, asset care and stakeholder relations in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Knowledge and experience in hazard control and risk assessments.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and high workmanship standards
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Proactive approach to safety and equipment reliability
• Good planning and organizational skills