Reliability Engineer

Stelo Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A mining engineering firm is seeking a Reliability Engineer for a contract position in Johannesburg, South Africa. This role involves developing maintenance strategies, tracking asset performance, and implementing engineering practices to enhance reliability. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and extensive experience in the mining industry. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in asset management within the mining industry.
• Knowledge of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Experience in Root Cause Failure Analysis and knowledge of TPM and RCM concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance strategies and engineering practices.
• Track and analyze performance of assets through KPIs.
• Ensure efficient and effective maintenance work is completed.

Skills

Asset management

Reliability engineering

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

National Diploma / Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Pronto

MS Projects

MS Excel

Job description

Overview Position

Reliability Engineer Contract opportunity exists for Reliability Engineer at mine sites in Southern Africa.

The Reliability Engineer will be responsible to develop Maintenance Strategies, Tactics and Plans and implement Engineering practices.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Ensure correct Asset Tree Structures and asset identification. Identify fit for purpose Maintenance strategies, tactics and plans including SOPs for different Asset classes (Preventative Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Proactive Maintenance, etc.), update these from RCFA where applicable. Assist with the enhancement / ongoing improvement of the EAM system. Implement plant / asset reliability. Identify / confirm critical assets, conduct FMEA (Failure Mode Effects Analysis), etc. to reduce risks of assets failing. Track and analyse performance of assets by reporting KPIs and identify the main causes of downtime (OEE, Availability, Utilisation, Productivity, MTBF, MTTR, etc.) and make recommendations for continuous improvement. Develop engineering solutions to repetitive failures and other problems that adversely affect plant operations. Asset Life Cycle Management – Track maintenance costs for assets to identify life cycle costing, influence future asset purchases, ensure life cycle costing and reliability considerations are incorporated into decision making. Work with Project Engineering to ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified installations. Ensure maintenance work is carried out using correct methods and procedures, as efficiently and effectively as possible. Stakeholder Management: Ensure ongoing communication with Engineering Manager, Process Manager, Production Managers, etc.

Hold weekly head of section meetings, information sessions and training sessions where required or when there is a new / change in processes. Ensure safety, legal and company policies are adhered to. Implementation of a culture of best practice maintenance. Minimum Requirements Experience: At least 5 - 10 years' experience in asset management, reliability engineering gained within the Mining Industry (Fixed Plant).

Qualifications: National Diploma / Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.

Additional Requirements: Knowledge of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) e.g. SAP, Pronto and / or Pragma. On Key experience (if applicable): In depth experience of Root Cause Failure Analysis; Knowledge of TPM and RCM concepts and principles; Knowledge of ISO standards will be an advantage; Knowledge of MS Projects and MS Excel.

• Competencies:
  • Optimise business performance
  • Remain composed and resilient
  • Focus on achieving results
  • Solve problems
  • Attention to detail
  • Analytical thinking
  • Ability to function well under pressure and meet tight timelines
  • Advanced knowledge of maintenance processes, reliability engineering, planning and scheduling, continuous improvement and workforce optimisation
  • Customer service mindset
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities or projects simultaneously and progress to completion
  • Demonstrated ability to read P&IDs, Process Flow Diagrams and drawings
  Seniority level: Not Applicable. Employment type: Contract. Job function: Engineering and Information Technology. Industries: Oil, Gas, and Mining. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at STELO GROUP by 2x #J-.
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