Plant Engineer

Fempower; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector seeks a Plant Engineer in Johannesburg. This role involves overseeing engineering operations, optimizing plant performance, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, especially in the FMCG, beverage, or food industry.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years experience in engineering/maintenance roles within a fast-paced FMCG or food environment.
• GCC (Factories) is mandatory.
• Preferably experience in engineering/maintenance in the FMCG sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering operations for plant reliability and maintenance.
• Develop proactive maintenance strategies to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations.

Skills

Mechanical expertise

Electrical expertise

Utility systems knowledge

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechatronic Engineering

GCC (Factories)

PMP Certification

CMRP Certification

Tools

ERP Systems

CMMS

Job description

We're Hiring : Plant Engineer – FMCG / Manufacturing

Be the driving force behind operational excellence! Are you a skilled engineer with a passion for optimizing plant performance, ensuring reliability, and leading engineering operations?

Join a high-performing manufacturing facility (FMCG sector) and take ownership of end-to-end plant engineering and utilities management.

Location : Wadeville

Industry : FMCG / Beverage / Food Manufacturing

Experience Level : 6–8+ Years

Key Responsibilities :

1. Lead day-to-day engineering operations across the plant and utilities.
2. Ensure plant equipment operates reliably with minimal downtime.
3. Develop and implement proactive maintenance strategies (preventive, predictive & corrective).
4. Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
5. Oversee and optimise utilities (compressed air, CO2, water, boilers, ammonia refrigeration, HVAC, etc.).
6. Ensure strict compliance with OSH Act, HACCP, ISO, and engineering standards (e.g., SANS, ASME).
7. Support capital project execution aligned with operational needs.
8. Manage engineering budgets and control costs effectively.
9. Maintain technical documentation and ensure audit-readiness.
10. Monitor and improve KPIs: OEE, MTBF, CMMS utilisation, maintenance ratios, and utility efficiency.

Requirements :

Education : Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechatronic Engineering

GCC (Factories): mandatory

Additional certifications (e.g., PMP, CMRP) are an added advantage.

Experience : 6–8 years in engineering / maintenance roles in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferably from the FMCG, beverage, or food industry

ERP & CMMS experience essential

Previous GMR1 appointment is advantageous.

Skills & Competencies :

• Expertise in mechanical, electrical, and utility systems
• Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, ISO, and plant hygiene practices
• Familiar with engineering and safety standards : SANS, SABS, ASME, etc.
• Proficient in interpreting P&IDs, technical drawings, and equipment manuals
• Data-driven decision-maker with a focus on efficiency, compliance, and cost control