Senior Mechanical Maintenance Lead - Industrial Plant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits packet

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Training and development opportunities

Safe and collaborative working environ

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to oversee maintenance and reliability for the Vereeniging plant. You will lead a team of maintenance technicians, implement preventive and predictive programs, and troubleshoot a wide range of mechanical systems to ensure safety, efficiency and continuous production.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, at least 7 years in industrial maintenance with 2+ in a supervisory capacity, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in industrial mechanical maintenance; 2+ in supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics and lubrication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage mechanical maintenance strategies (preventive, predictive, corrective).
• Lead, train and mentor maintenance technicians.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical failures on industrial machinery.
• Oversee repair and overhaul of critical equipment.
• Manage spare parts inventory and procurement.
• Analyze equipment performance data for improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Manage maintenance budgets and control costs.
• Maintain maintenance records and reports.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to minimize downtime.

Skills

Leadership

Diagnostics

Problem-solving

Team Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

National Diploma or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to oversee maintenance and reliability for the Vereeniging plant. You will lead a team of maintenance technicians, implement preventive and predictive programs, and troubleshoot a wide range of mechanical systems to ensure safety, efficiency and continuous production.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, at least 7 years in industrial maintenance with 2+ in a supervisory capacity, and proficiency with