Reliability Engineer

Hlabahlosile Trading Projects; Lichtenburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Lichtenburg is seeking a Reliability Engineer to lead reliability improvements by implementing predictive and preventive maintenance. Responsibilities include identifying equipment failure causes, preparing reliability reports, and managing the maintenance budget. Candidates should have a B.Eng. or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering and at least 8 years of relevant experience in the heavy equipment industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ relevant experience, with 2 years in Milling manufacturing or heavy Equipment industry.
• Proficiency in preventative/predictive maintenance and execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability improvement initiatives and ensure high equipment reliability.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and drive corrective actions.
• Prepare regular reliability reports.

Skills

Decision-making and analytical skills

Team leadership and communication

Customer service orientation

Cross-functional collaboration and innovation

Ability to work under pressure

Education

B.Eng. or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

GCC Certificate (Mining)

Tools

MS Projects

Job description

Overview

Reliability Engineer: Lichtenburg

Purpose: Lead reliability improvement by implementing predictive and preventive maintenance. Ensure high equipment reliability, compliance, and timely reporting on plant performance.

Responsibilities

• Identify root causes of equipment failures and drive corrective actions
• Support new installations and capital projects
• Perform ongoing reliability analysis; develop improvement plans
• Prepare regular reliability reports
• Plan and schedule engineering work
• Oversee audit compliance and computerized maintenance management
• Develop and manage maintenance budget
• Ensure budget compliance and cost forecasts
• Support team training, motivation, and development
• Foster a harmonious, high-performance work environment
• Ensure regulatory and product compliance

Qualifications

• B.Eng. or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
• GCC Certificate (Mining)

Experience

• Minimum 8 years’ relevant experience (2 years in Milling manufacturing, heavy Equipment industry)

Technical Competencies

• Modern safety standards and maintenance management systems
• Preventative/predictive maintenance and execution
• Shutdown and spares management
• Equipment knowledge (cement manufacturing)
• Root Cause Analysis and project management
• Financial, budgeting, and performance management
• MS Projects proficiency
• Legislative compliance (MHSA)
• Lubrication knowledge

Behavioural Competencies

• Decision-making and analytical skills
• Team leadership and communication
• Customer service orientation
• Cross-functional collaboration and innovation
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Interpersonal skills; self-motivation; ability to motivate others