Senior Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Development opportunities

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a seasoned Senior Maintenance Engineer to oversee critical maintenance operations for advanced systems. This senior role requires deep expertise with complex machinery, proactive downtime prevention, and leadership to maintain peak performance.

You will diagnose intricate issues, implement robust solutions, and drive maintenance excellence across the region while ensuring safety standards and regulatory compliance at all times.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field is required.
• 7+ years in maintenance engineering roles or equivalent.
• Experience with diagnostic tools and repair techniques for industrial equipment.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency with maintenance documentation and CMMS.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment.
• Lead diagnosis and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, and system failures.
• Supervise and mentor junior maintenance technicians.
• Manage spare parts inventory and timely procurement of components.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends and implement improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Maintenance planning

Diagnostics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Maintenance management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Maintenance Engineer to oversee and execute critical maintenance operations for their advanced systems in Pretoria . This senior position requires a deep understanding of complex machinery and a proactive approach to preventing downtime. You will lead maintenance efforts, diagnose intricate issues, and implement robust solutions to ensure peak operational performance. Your expertise will be vital in maintaining the integrity and efficiency of our client's infrastructure, contributing significantly to uninterrupted service delivery and operational excellence within the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment.
• Lead the diagnosis and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, and system failures.
• Supervise and mentor junior maintenance technicians, providing technical guidance.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure timely procurement of necessary components.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends and implement improvements to reduce failures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and environmental standards during maintenance activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in maintenance engineering roles.
• Extensive knowledge of diagnostic tools and repair techniques for industrial equipment.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software and documentation.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and leadership training.
• Generous annual leave and company-provided resources.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a stable industry leader.