Maintenance Engineer - Heavy Industrial Equipment

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Medical and retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to lead preventative maintenance programs for heavy industrial equipment, including excavators, loaders and conveyors. The role focuses on reliability, safety, and uptime in a mining/heavy industry setting.

You will diagnose mechanical/electrical/hydraulic issues, supervise the maintenance team and coordinate with production to minimize downtime while adhering to CMMS workflows and company standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of maintenance engineering in heavy industry, mining, or manufacturing.
• Experience with heavy machinery: excavators, loaders, crushers, conveyors.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with CMMS software.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Commitment to safety and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for heavy equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Oversee maintenance team scheduling and performance management.
• Ensure safety and compliance with standards.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement.
• Analyze equipment data to identify improvements.
• Plan major overhauls and upgrades.
• Maintain records and report on equipment status.
• Collaborate with production to minimize downtime.
• Stay updated on new maintenance technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the mining and heavy industry sector, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their operational team in Bloemfontein . This role is critical for ensuring the optimal performance and longevity of heavy industrial equipment, including machinery, vehicles, and plant infrastructure. The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs, troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues, and leading the maintenance team. This is a hands‑on role essential to the smooth operation of our client's facilities in the Free State .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative and predictive maintenance programs for all heavy industrial equipment.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Oversee the maintenance team, including scheduling, task assignment, and performance management.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are performed safely and in compliance with company and industry standards.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement processes for maintenance supplies.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Plan and execute major equipment overhauls and upgrades.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and prepare reports on equipment status and repair activities.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and optimize equipment availability.
• Stay updated on new maintenance technologies and best practices.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance engineering, preferably within heavy industry, mining, or manufacturing.
• Proven experience with heavy machinery, such as excavators, loaders, crushers, and conveyor systems.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) software.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and schematics.
• Commitment to safety and environmental standards.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, a performance bonus structure, and comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and further technical training are provided.
• This role is based at our client's key operational site in Bloemfontein , offering a dynamic work environment and the chance to work with state‑of‑the‑art industrial equipment.