Senior Facilities Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a Senior Facilities Engineer to lead design, construction, operation, and maintenance of onshore oil and gas facilities. You will ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency across processing plants, pipelines and storage systems.

The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, 7+ years in oil and gas facilities, plus project management and procurement experience. This role offers growth opportunities and a commitment to safety and innovation in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Petroleum Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of oil and gas facilities engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of process design, P&IDs, HAZOP, and safety systems.
• Experience with project management, procurement, and construction oversight.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, modification, and upgrade of oil and gas processing facilities.
• Ensure facilities operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental regulations.
• Manage maintenance programs, including preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Provide technical support for facility troubleshooting and operational problem-solving.
• Coordinate with project teams for the successful execution of capital projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost estimates for facility upgrades and new developments.

Skills

Process design

P&IDs

HAZOP studies

Safety systems

Project management

Procurement

Construction oversight

Analytical skills

Engineering software

Education

Chemical/Mechanical/Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly competent Senior Facilities Engineer to join their established team in Bloemfontein . This critical role involves the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of onshore production facilities for the Oil & Gas industry . You will be responsible for ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of all facility operations, including processing plants, pipelines, and storage systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, excellent project management skills, and a commitment to operational excellence. This position offers the chance to work on key infrastructure projects in the Free State .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, modification, and upgrade of oil and gas processing facilities.
• Ensure facilities operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental regulations.
• Manage maintenance programs, including preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Provide technical support for facility troubleshooting and operational problem-solving.
• Coordinate with project teams for the successful execution of capital projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost estimates for facility upgrades and new developments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Petroleum Engineering.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in oil and gas facilities engineering .
• Strong knowledge of process design, P&IDs, HAZOP studies, and safety systems.
• Experience with project management, procurement, and construction oversight.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and standards.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical coverage and retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Work within a leading organization known for its commitment to safety and innovation in Bloemfontein .