Rotating Equipment Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and life insurance

Retirement annuity contributions

On-site training and development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Rotating Equipment Engineer to join our client’s Welkom operations in South Africa. The role focuses on reliability, maintenance, and performance optimization of pumps, compressors, turbines, and motors in a heavy industrial setting.

You will implement predictive and preventive maintenance, lead root cause analyses, oversee repairs and installations, and provide technical support to maintenance and operations teams to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of rotating equipment experience in an industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of pumps, compressors, turbines and gearboxes.
• Proficiency in vibration analysis and other diagnostic techniques.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Excellent troubleshooting and hands-on problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed analysis of rotating equipment performance, identifying areas for improvement and potential failures.
• Develop and implement comprehensive predictive maintenance programs using vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations for equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Oversee the repair, overhaul, and installation of critical rotating machinery.
• Provide technical expertise and support to maintenance and operations teams.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment performance, maintenance history, and spare parts inventory.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Vibration analysis

Preventive maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Rotating Equipment Engineer to join their operations in Welkom . This critical role focuses on the reliability, maintenance, and performance optimization of all rotating machinery, including pumps, compressors, turbines, and motors. You will be responsible for implementing best practices in predictive and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting equipment failures, and recommending upgrades to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime. This is an on-site position, requiring active participation in plant operations and maintenance activities within a heavy industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed analysis of rotating equipment performance, identifying areas for improvement and potential failures.
• Develop and implement comprehensive predictive maintenance programs using vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations for equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Oversee the repair, overhaul, and installation of critical rotating machinery.
• Provide technical expertise and support to maintenance and operations teams.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment performance, maintenance history, and spare parts inventory.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience specifically with rotating equipment in an industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of various types of pumps, compressors, turbines, and gearboxes.
• Proficiency in vibration analysis and other diagnostic techniques for rotating machinery.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and potential for overtime pay.
• Medical aid and life insurance coverage.
• Retirement annuity contributions.
• On-site training and professional development opportunities.
• Stable employment within a key industrial sector.