Senior Mechanical Engineer - Plant Maintenance

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 950,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Leave and holidays

Training and development

Strong safety culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our client's industrial plant operations in Vereeniging. You will lead maintenance strategies, oversee complex repair projects, and provide expert guidance on mechanical equipment including rotating machinery, pumps, and piping systems.

The role demands a minimum of 7 years in industrial plant maintenance, a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, strong leadership, and proficiency with CMMS tools such as SAP PM or Maximo.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, piping systems and pressure vessels.
• Experience with CMMS software for maintenance planning and execution.
• Experience with predictive and preventive maintenance technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mechanical maintenance strategies to optimize uptime and reduce costs.
• Lead maintenance and repair of critical mechanical equipment (pumps, compressors, turbines, heat exchangers).
• Conduct root cause analysis for failures and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee major repair projects including scope definition and contractor management.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards in maintenance activities.
• Mentor the maintenance engineering team and technicians.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Pumps

Compressors

Turbines

Heat exchangers

CMMS SAP PM

CMMS Maximo

Predictive maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP PM

Maximo

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their industrial plant operations in Vereeniging . This role is critical for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of all mechanical systems within the facility. You will be responsible for leading maintenance strategies, overseeing complex repair projects, and providing expert technical guidance on mechanical equipment, including rotating machinery, static equipment, and piping systems. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in industrial mechanical engineering and a proven ability to manage maintenance operations effectively. This is a key leadership position offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on plant performance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive mechanical maintenance strategies and programs to optimize plant uptime and minimize costs.
• Lead and manage the maintenance and repair of critical mechanical equipment, including pumps, compressors, turbines, and heat exchangers.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee major repair projects, including scope definition, contractor management, and quality control.
• Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and environmental standards and procedures in all maintenance activities.
• Provide technical expertise and mentorship to the maintenance engineering team and technicians.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a significant focus on industrial plant maintenance and operations.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, pressure vessels, piping systems, and associated materials.
• Proficiency in CMMS software (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo) for maintenance planning and execution.
• Experience with predictive and preventive maintenance technologies and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and project management capabilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and substantial performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund.
• Generous leave allowance and paid public holidays.
• Access to advanced training and professional development programs.
• A robust safety culture and a supportive team environment.