Senior Reliability Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; In loco; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Performance-based bonus

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training support

Conference attendance

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Reliability Engineer in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on enhancing plant equipment reliability using RCM, predictive maintenance, FMEA/FRACAS and RCA to drive maintenance excellence.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in reliability within industrial settings, with CMMS/EAM experience (SAP PM, Maximo) and certifications like CMRP/CRE preferred. On-site role with growth opportunities and professional development.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years in reliability engineering in an industrial environment.
• Experience implementing RCM, FMEA and RCA.
• Hands-on with predictive maintenance technologies.
• Strong data interpretation and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in CMMS/EAM systems (SAP PM, Maximo).
• Excellent communication and cross-functional influence.
• CMMS software certifications (CMRP, CRE) desirable.

Mansioni

• Develop reliability and maintenance strategies for critical plant equipment.
• Conduct FMEA and FRACAS processes.
• Use vibration analysis, thermography and oil analysis to monitor health.
• Perform RCA on failures and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate to optimize preventive maintenance schedules.
• Analyze equipment data to identify trends and improvements.
• Develop reliability metrics and KPIs.
• Contribute to design and selection of new equipment for maintainability and reliability.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Conoscenze

RCM

FMEA

RCA

Predictive maintenance

CMMS/EAM

Data analysis

Cross-functional

Industrial experience

Formazione

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Strumenti

SAP PM

Maximo

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the automotive manufacturing sector, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Reliability Engineer to join their esteemed team in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape . This critical role focuses on enhancing the operational efficiency and longevity of manufacturing equipment and processes. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), predictive maintenance techniques, and root cause analysis (RCA) to proactively identify and mitigate potential failures. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to operational excellence in a demanding industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive reliability and maintenance strategies for critical plant equipment.
• Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action System (FRACAS) processes.
• Utilize predictive maintenance technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, and oil analysis to monitor equipment health.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on equipment failures to identify systemic issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to optimize preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, predict failures, and recommend improvements.
• Develop and maintain reliability metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Contribute to the design and selection of new equipment, ensuring maintainability and reliability are considered.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians on reliability engineering principles and practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in reliability engineering, maintenance, or a related field within an industrial environment.
• Proven expertise in implementing RCM, FMEA, and RCA methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with various predictive maintenance techniques and technologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and technical information.
• Proficiency in CMMS/EAM systems (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo) and reliability software tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CMRP, CRE) are highly desirable.
• Must have legal right to work in South Africa .

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a performance-based bonus, comprehensive medical aid, and a provident fund. Opportunities for professional growth are abundant, with support for further training, certifications, and conference attendance. The position is based at our main facility in Port Elizabeth , offering a stable and engaging work environment. Generous annual leave and employee wellness initiatives are also provided.