Senior Plant Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonuses

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Pension fund contributions

Professional development and training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Plant Maintenance Engineer for our Pretoria client to lead maintenance operations, improve reliability of all plant machinery, and reduce downtime across the facility.

You will develop robust preventative and predictive maintenance programs, mentor technicians, troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues, analyze equipment data for improvements, and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards in a major industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years plant maintenance experience; 3+ years supervisory.
• Proven diagnosing and resolving complex machinery failures.
• Strong CMMS and predictive maintenance knowledge.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing or heavy industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs for plant machinery and equipment.
• Lead and mentor the maintenance team, assigning tasks, and ensuring high standards of workmanship and safety.
• Oversee troubleshooting and repair of complex mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, root causes of failure, and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage spare parts inventory, procurement of maintenance supplies, and maintenance budgets effectively.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations related to plant maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

CMMS knowledge

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Project management

Industrial maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Plant Maintenance Engineer to manage and optimize maintenance operations for their facility in Pretoria . This crucial role involves overseeing the reliability and upkeep of all plant machinery and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum operational efficiency. You will lead a team of maintenance technicians, develop robust preventative maintenance programs, and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues. This position is ideal for a proactive engineer who thrives on ensuring the smooth functioning of industrial operations, driving continuous improvement in maintenance strategies, and contributing to a safe and productive working environment within a major industrial complex.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive preventative and predictive maintenance programs for plant machinery and equipment.
• Lead and mentor the maintenance team, assigning tasks, and ensuring high standards of workmanship and safety.
• Oversee the troubleshooting and repair of complex mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, root causes of failure, and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage spare parts inventory, procurement of maintenance supplies, and maintenance budgets effectively.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to plant maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in plant maintenance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or senior engineering role.
• Proven expertise in diagnosing and resolving complex machinery failures.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance management systems (CMMS) and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience in an industrial manufacturing or heavy industry environment is essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary with annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance coverage.
• Generous pension fund contributions and long-term incentive plans.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and further education.
• A collaborative and safety-conscious work culture with significant career growth potential.