Plant Engineer

The Legends Agency; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Plant Engineer in KwaZulu-Natal to drive process optimization and enhance plant reliability. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in a power plant environment, a Mechanical Engineering Degree, and must possess a GCC Factories certification. Key responsibilities include monitoring equipment, leading maintenance efforts, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in an operational capacity.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience as a Plant Engineer in a power plant or utilities environment.
• Deep knowledge of mechanical systems and maintenance strategies.
• Ability to lead from the front and get hands-on when needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize plant-critical equipment.
• Drive a culture of preventative maintenance.
• Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Equipment optimization

Safety compliance expertise

Problem-solving ability

Leadership skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent

GCC Factories

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS

Performance monitoring tools

Job description

Ready to roll up your sleeves and drive real change from the ground up? Were looking for a Plant Engineer who’s not just a strategic thinker but a doer. Someone who thrives both in the control room and on the plant floor, inspecting, troubleshooting, and getting hands-on with equipment to optimize operations and maximize uptime.

If youre a powerhouse of engineering excellence with a passion for plant maintenance, process improvement, and safety-first operations, this is your opportunity to lead with impact.

What Youll Own & Drive

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize all plant-critical equipment with a strong focus on process reliability and efficiency
• Get hands-on, inspect and support planned maintenance alongside the maintenance team
• Drive a culture of preventative maintenance to reduce breakdowns and boost plant availability
• Lead the implementation of engineering strategies, policies, and procedures to align with O&M goals
• Conduct root cause analysis for major equipment failures and implement sustainable corrective actions
• Ensure top-tier compliance with environmental, safety, and legal standards
• Coach and collaborate with teams to execute engineering excellence at every level

What You Bring to the Plant Floor:

Qualifications:

• Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent
• GCC Factories (a must-have for this role)
• Commercial training or project exposure is a strong advantage

Experience:

• 15+ years as a Plant Engineer in a power plant or utilities environment
• Deep knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment optimization, and planned maintenance strategy
• Master of SHERQ systems, OHS legislation, and General Machinery Regulations
• Strong knowledge of plant operations, risk management, and engineering controls
• Ability to lead from the front and not shy away from getting hands-on when needed
• Meticulous, methodical, and analytical with strong problem-solving ability
• Comfortable with data analysis, report writing, project management, and team leadership
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, CMMS, and performance monitoring tools

You Are:

• Proactive, solution-focused, and highly reliable
• A natural leader with a coaching mindset
• Laser-focused on safety, compliance, and operational excellence
• Ready to respond in emergencies and lead by example under pressure