Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical

Placements24; Komani; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown seeks a dedicated Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) to join our client’s operations. You will lead preventative maintenance, diagnose failures, and drive improvements to ensure reliability, safety, and uptime of mechanical systems across the plant.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree and at least four years in industrial maintenance. You will read drawings, manage CMMS tasks, and collaborate with a team to deliver safe, efficient operations and steady

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical qualification.
• Minimum 4 years in industrial maintenance or mechanical engineering.
• Ability to read/interpret technical drawings, schematics and manuals.
• Strong diagnostic, problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute preventative and predictive maintenance schedules for mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical failures to minimize downtime.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of new mechanical systems.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure critical components are available.
• Analyze equipment data to identify trends and improve reliability.
• Ensure safety regulations and environmental policies are followed during maintenance.

Skills

Diagnostics

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Rotating equipment

Technical drawings

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical qualification

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Maintenance Engineer with a specialization in Mechanical Engineering to join their operational team in Queenstown . This critical role ensures the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of all mechanical equipment and systems within the facility. You will be responsible for developing and implementing preventative maintenance strategies, diagnosing and resolving equipment failures, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. This hands‑on position offers the chance to work with a variety of industrial machinery and contribute significantly to the smooth running of the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive preventative and predictive maintenance schedules for mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical failures, minimizing downtime and production impact.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of new mechanical systems and machinery.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and implement reliability improvements.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and environmental policies during all maintenance activities.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical qualification.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial maintenance or mechanical engineering roles.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating equipment.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) is advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Excellent diagnostic, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialized training.
• Stable employment with a reputable company in the region.
• Exposure to diverse industrial equipment and maintenance challenges.
• Supportive team environment focused on operational excellence and safety.