Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Power Generation

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Stability in Kimberley

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for a power generation facility in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will plan, execute, and oversee mechanical maintenance, focusing on preventative, predictive, and corrective programs to ensure reliability and safety.

The role requires a strong technical background, problem-solving abilities, and leadership to guide teams and contractors in a safe, efficient operation.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably in power generation/heavy industrial sector.
• Strong understanding of rotating machinery, pumps, turbines, and other mechanical systems.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement mechanical maintenance strategies and schedules for plant equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical failures to minimize downtime.
• Oversee preventative and predictive maintenance tasks using diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure timely procurement of components.
• Supervise maintenance teams and contractors, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify reliability and efficiency improvements.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Safety regulations

Diagnostics tools

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Maintenance planning software

Diagnostic tools

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and proactive Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their power generation facility in Kimberley . This critical role ensures the reliability and longevity of mechanical equipment within the plant, contributing to the consistent supply of power to the Northern Cape . You will be responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing all mechanical maintenance activities, including preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs. This hands-on position requires a strong technical background, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive mechanical maintenance strategies and schedules for plant equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical failures, ensuring minimal downtime and operational impact.
• Oversee the execution of preventative and predictive maintenance tasks, utilizing various diagnostic tools and techniques.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure timely procurement of necessary components and materials.
• Supervise maintenance teams and contractors, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to required standards.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement in reliability and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably within the power generation or heavy industrial sector.
• Strong understanding of rotating machinery, pumps, turbines, and other mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in maintenance planning software and diagnostic tools.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in an industrial environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced technical training.
• A stable and secure role within a vital industry located in Kimberley .
• Work within a dedicated team focused on maintaining critical power generation infrastructure in the Northern Cape .