Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Modern manufacturing equipment

Professional development

Coastal location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer for our manufacturing site in Mossel Bay. You will plan and execute preventative maintenance, diagnose equipment failures, and implement improvements to boost reliability and uptime.

The ideal candidate holds a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree and 4+ years in manufacturing maintenance, with strong troubleshooting, blueprint-reading, and PLC familiarity; safety compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Bachelor’s or Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for all plant equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic failures promptly.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs and parts inventory.
• Collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance with minimal disruption.
• Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards during maintenance operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Industrial automation

Safety compliance

Education

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

Tools

PLC systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to ensure the optimal performance and reliability of all machinery and equipment at their manufacturing site in Mossel Bay . This role is crucial for minimizing downtime and supporting continuous production operations. You will be responsible for planning and executing preventative maintenance schedules, troubleshooting equipment failures, and implementing improvements to enhance equipment longevity and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical or electrical maintenance within the Manufacturing & Production industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs for all plant equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system failures promptly.
• Maintain detailed records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and parts inventory.
• Collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance activities with minimal disruption.
• Identify opportunities for equipment upgrades and process improvements to enhance reliability.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety standards and regulations during maintenance operations.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for various types of industrial machinery.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical manuals and blueprints.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and industrial automation is a plus.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to maintenance best practices in Western Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for overtime pay.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund.
• Opportunity to work with modern manufacturing equipment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A stable role in a key coastal industrial area.