Mechanical Engineer - Plant Operations

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

On-site facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a practical Mechanical Engineer focused on Plant Operations to join our client’s facility. You will ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety of the plant’s mechanical infrastructure through day-to-day operational support and maintenance planning.

You will lead improvements to mechanical systems, troubleshoot issues, and work with cross-functional teams to sustain safe, efficient operations in Gauteng's economic hub.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial plant operations or maintenance engineering.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with CMMS software.
• Knowledge of safety, environmental standards, and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support for plant operations, troubleshooting equipment failures and operational issues.
• Develop and implement effective preventative and predictive maintenance programs for mechanical assets.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and modification of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and EHS teams to optimize plant performance and reliability.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Fixed equipment

Piping

Reliability engineering

Failure analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a practical and experienced Mechanical Engineer focused on Plant Operations to join their facility in Sandton . This role is vital for ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and safety of the plant's mechanical infrastructure. You will be responsible for day-to-day operational support, maintenance planning, and the implementation of improvements to mechanical systems and equipment. The successful candidate will possess strong troubleshooting skills and a deep understanding of industrial mechanical systems, contributing to efficient and safe operations in this key economic hub of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support for plant operations, troubleshooting equipment failures and operational issues.
• Develop and implement effective preventative and predictive maintenance programs for mechanical assets.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and modification of mechanical equipment and systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and EHS teams to optimize plant performance and reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial plant operations or maintenance engineering.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, fixed equipment, piping, and materials.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software.
• Proficiency in failure analysis techniques and reliability engineering principles.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A stable and supportive work environment within a leading company.
• On-site facilities and resources.
• Contribute to critical operations in Sandton .