Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Growth and training opportunities

Annual leave and bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is sourcing a Maintenance Engineer for a major industrial facility in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs, diagnosing complex mechanical and electrical issues, and leading a maintenance team in a high-demand environment.

You will manage spare parts, oversee contractors, and drive continuous improvements to enhance reliability and reduce downtime while ensuring health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in heavy industry.
• Proven troubleshooting and repair of complex machinery.
• Strong knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance techniques.
• Experience with CMMS is essential.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules for all plant equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system failures.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Oversee maintenance team activities and provide technical guidance.
• Implement process improvements to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage external contractors and service providers for specialized maintenance tasks.
• Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and prepare reports on equipment performance.
• Contribute to capital expenditure projects related to equipment upgrades and installations.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Analytical

HSE knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the industrial sector, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their state-of-the-art facility in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This critical role involves ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of all plant machinery and equipment. You will be responsible for developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs, troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues, and managing maintenance projects. This position is ideal for a proactive engineer with a strong technical background and a commitment to operational excellence in a demanding industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules for all plant equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic system failures.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Oversee maintenance team activities and provide technical guidance.
• Implement process improvements to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage external contractors and service providers for specialized maintenance tasks.
• Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and prepare reports on equipment performance.
• Contribute to capital expenditure projects related to equipment upgrades and installations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in a heavy industry environment.
• Proven experience in troubleshooting and repairing complex machinery.
• Strong knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance techniques.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced training.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Generous annual leave.