Senior Facilities Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Career progression

Leadership development

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a Senior Facilities Engineer to lead design, operation and maintenance of surface facilities for oil & gas. You will drive P&ID improvements, safety programs, and regulatory compliance while managing capital projects and delivering reliable, cost-efficient assets at scale. This role demands deep engineering expertise and leadership in a complex, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of facilities engineering experience in Oil & Gas.
• Experience in process design, simulation, and troubleshooting of oil & gas facilities.
• Knowledge of API and ASME codes and standards.
• Strong project management skills and experience managing capital projects.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, engineering, and construction of new oil and gas processing facilities.
• Manage the operation and maintenance of existing facilities, including processing plants, pipelines, and storage terminals.
• Develop and implement P&ID improvements, PSM programs, and HAZOP studies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, codes, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement solutions to improve facility performance and reliability.
• Manage capital projects related to facility upgrades and expansions, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.

Skills

Process design

Simulation

Troubleshooting

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Our client is looking for a skilled Senior Facilities Engineer to join their team in Pretoria . This position is responsible for the design, operation, and maintenance of surface facilities related to oil and gas production, processing, and transportation. You will ensure that all facilities operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in facility design, process engineering, and project management within the Oil & Gas sector , contributing significantly to the operational integrity and economic performance of the company's assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, engineering, and construction of new oil and gas processing facilities.
• Manage the operation and maintenance of existing facilities, including processing plants, pipelines, and storage terminals.
• Develop and implement P&ID improvements, process safety management (PSM) programs, and HAZOP studies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, codes, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement solutions to improve facility performance and reliability.
• Manage capital projects related to facility upgrades and expansions, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in facilities engineering within the Oil & Gas industry .
• Proven experience in process design, simulation, and troubleshooting of oil and gas facilities.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., API, ASME).
• Strong project management skills and experience managing capital projects.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings.
• Opportunities for leadership development and career progression.
• Involvement in challenging and large-scale infrastructure projects.
• A professional and safety-focused working environment.