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Mechanical Engineer (GMR 2.1 Appointment)

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Tembisa, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

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Job Description

This petrochemical plant in Tembisa needs a mechanical engineer who is as comfortable on the plant floor as in the design office. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

The work is in Tembisa, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

What your day looks like

Check pressure vessels for compliance with the Pressure Equipment Regulations and SANS 347
Plan and track preventive maintenance in the CMMS with the artisans and planners
Write scopes of work and compare contractor quotes
Hold the GMR 2.1 appointment and keep machinery safety legal on site
Manage shutdowns: planning, spares, contractors and safe restart
Sign off modifications and keep drawings and records current
Design conveyors, chutes and structures in SolidWorks or Inventor

Must-haves

Registered with ECSA as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate, depending on level
Three or more years working as a qualified engineer, in industry or consulting
Code 08 licence for site visits
Able to manage contractors and budgets
Confident with 3D CAD software and engineering calculations
BEng or BSc Eng in Mechanical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist roles

Helpful, not essential

Experience with SAP PM for maintenance
Government Certificate of Competency (Mechanical, Factories)
Project management certificate

What's in it for you

Medical aid and retirement fund contributions
ECSA registration fees and CPD paid
Study support for postgraduate courses

How to apply

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Tembisa really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: a list of projects with your role on each, degree certificate and academic record plus certified copy of your ID.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 10 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Tembisa; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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How to stand out

Keep the CV to three pages. Link to a short portfolio of designs rather than attaching large files.
Show results in numbers: downtime cut by a percentage, savings in rand, or a project delivered on budget.