Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary competitiveness

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training opportunities

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a qualified Maintenance Engineer for a busy production plant in Nelspruit. You will implement preventative programs, diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, and ensure safe, efficient operations.

You will develop schedules, manage spares, and maintain detailed maintenance records while working with production teams to minimize downtime and uphold plant reliability.

Qualifications

• Qualified maintenance engineer with hands-on experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience implementing preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork in a fast-paced plant environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for all plant machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on production machinery.
• Perform timely repairs and planned maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations for maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with production teams to align equipment needs with operations.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Preventive maintenance

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturing facility, is seeking a qualified and experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Nelspruit . This role is crucial for ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of all plant machinery and equipment. You will be responsible for implementing preventative maintenance programs, diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring a safe and efficient operational environment. This is a key position for an individual dedicated to upholding the operational integrity of a busy production plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules for all plant machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on production machinery.
• Perform timely repairs and planned maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to maintenance activities.
• Work closely with production teams to understand equipment needs and operational impacts.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in maintenance engineering within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with preventative and predictive maintenance techniques.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and schematics.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialized training.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Nelspruit .
• Paid annual leave and access to company facilities.