Lead Facilities Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Vor Ort; ZAR 1.100.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Relocation assistance

Professional growth opportunities

Engaging work environment near Nelspru

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Facilities Engineer to join the asset development team in Nelspruit.

You will lead the design, construction, and maintenance of upstream oil and gas facilities, ensuring safety, reliability and cost-efficiency across projects from concept to commissioning.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• 9+ years in oil and gas facilities engineering with lead or supervisory experience.
• Experience designing upstream processing facilities (PD&IDs, PFDs, equipment specs).

Aufgaben

• Lead the design and engineering of oil and gas production facilities, including separation, processing, and utility systems.
• Oversee the execution of capital projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to ensure facility integrity and reliability.
• Ensure facility designs meet codes, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project teams.
• Collaborate with drilling, reservoir, and operations for integrated delivery.
• Conduct technical reviews and risk assessments for modifications and upgrades.

Kenntnisse

Lead/supervisory experience

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Mentorship

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Facilities Engineer to join their asset development team in Nelspruit. This senior role is responsible for the design, construction, and maintenance of upstream production facilities within the oil and gas industry. You will lead engineering efforts to ensure facilities are safe, reliable, and cost-effective, managing projects from conceptualization through to commissioning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical or process engineering, with extensive experience in oil and gas facility design and project management. This is a key position for driving operational efficiency and asset integrity in the Nelspruit region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of oil and gas production facilities, including separation, processing, and utility systems.
• Oversee the execution of capital projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to ensure the integrity and reliability of existing facilities.
• Ensure all facility designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project teams.
• Collaborate with other disciplines, including drilling, reservoir, and operations, to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Conduct technical reviews and risk assessments for facility modifications and upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in oil and gas facilities engineering, with a significant portion in a lead or supervisory role.
• Proven experience in the design of upstream processing facilities, including PD&IDs, PFDs, and equipment specifications.
• Strong knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., API, ASME).
• Demonstrated project management skills and experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Performance bonus and long-term incentive plan.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Engaging work environment in a key operational hub near Nelspruit.