On-Site Field Maintenance Engineer — Industrial Machinery

Placements24; Durban; Hybride; ZAR 720 000 - 960 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Attractive salary and bonus structure

Company car and fuel card

Travel expenses coverage

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development and certs

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Field Maintenance Engineer to join our client’s team in Durban. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain complex industrial equipment to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency, working closely with site managers and operations teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, exceptional troubleshooting skills, and a proactive mindset to identify issues before they impact operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering.
• 5+ years in field engineering or maintenance.
• Knowledge of industrial machinery, control systems, and safety standards.
• Able to interpret complex engineering drawings and schematics.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site across Durban.

Responsabilités

• Conduct on-site inspections and performance analyses of industrial machinery.
• Perform complex repairs and overhauls on mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules to optimize equipment lifespan.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify root causes of malfunctions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on upgrades or modifications.
• Provide technical guidance to on-site personnel and junior technicians.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

On-site travel

Formation

Bachelor's degree (Mechanical or Electrical)

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Field Maintenance Engineer to join our client’s team in Durban. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain complex industrial equipment to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency, working closely with site managers and operations teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, exceptional troubleshooting skills, and a proactive mindset to identify issues before they impact operations.