Reliability Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a proactive Reliability Engineer to enhance uptime and asset longevity through systematic reliability programs and data-driven strategies. You will develop and implement predictive and preventive maintenance plans to sustain critical industrial assets.

Using CMMS and sensor data, you will monitor equipment health, perform RCAs, and collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to optimize schedules and drive KPI improvements in a dynamic industrial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years in reliability, maintenance or related industrial engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies (vibration, thermography, oil analysis).
• Experience with CMMS and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement asset reliability programs and strategies.
• Conduct failure analysis, RCA, and develop preventive and predictive maintenance plans.
• Utilize CMMS data and sensor data to monitor health and predict failures.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to optimize maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Recommend design and operational improvements to boost reliability and reduce costs.
• Develop and maintain reliability metrics and KPIs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree: Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree: Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree: Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Oil analysis

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Reliability Engineer to enhance the operational uptime and longevity of their equipment and systems in Nelspruit . This role is focused on developing and implementing strategies to predict, prevent, and mitigate equipment failures, thereby maximizing asset performance and minimizing downtime. You will leverage engineering principles and data analysis to improve maintenance strategies and ensure the smooth operation of industrial processes. This is a key position for an engineer dedicated to maintaining high standards of operational reliability and efficiency within a vital industrial sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive asset reliability programs and strategies.
• Conduct failure analysis, root cause analysis (RCA), and develop preventive and predictive maintenance plans.
• Utilize data from maintenance systems (CMMS) and sensors to monitor equipment health and predict potential failures.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to optimize maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Recommend improvements to equipment design and operational practices to enhance reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
• Develop and maintain reliability metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in reliability engineering , maintenance, or a related industrial engineering role.
• Strong understanding of predictive maintenance technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis) and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialized training.
• Work in a dynamic industrial environment in Nelspruit .
• Contribute to the operational integrity and success of critical industrial assets.