Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - On-site Training & Uptime

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Overtime pay

Medical aid

Pension fund

On-site training

Relocation assistance

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for our Richards Bay facility. You will oversee mechanical integrity, implement preventive maintenance programs, and respond to breakdowns to maximize uptime and safety.

With 5+ years in industrial maintenance and a relevant engineering qualification, you will work with Operations and Engineering teams to optimize maintenance plans, read technical drawings, and manage spare parts while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related trade.
• At least 5 years in mechanical maintenance in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and rotating equipment.
• Experience with CMMS and reading technical drawings.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on Richards Bay environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical failures and perform root-cause analysis.
• Inspect machinery to ensure performance and safety.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement.
• Supervise maintenance technicians and provide guidance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Industrial machinery

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

CMMS

Technical drawings

Education

Diploma / Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for our Richards Bay facility. You will oversee mechanical integrity, implement preventive maintenance programs, and respond to breakdowns to maximize uptime and safety.

With 5+ years in industrial maintenance and a relevant engineering qualification, you will work with Operations and Engineering teams to optimize maintenance plans, read technical drawings, and manage spare parts while ensuring regulatory compliance.