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Mechanical Engineer (Plant Maintenance)

How2Apply Talent Network

Kariega, Eastern Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

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Job Description

Design it, build it, fix it: mechanical engineering work at the food and beverage factory in Kariega. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The work is in Kariega, Eastern Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

What your day looks like

Manage shutdowns: planning, spares, contractors and safe restart
Plan and track preventive maintenance in the CMMS with the artisans and planners
Mentor candidate engineers and artisans on technical problems
Sign off modifications and keep drawings and records current
Hold the GMR 2.1 appointment and keep machinery safety legal on site
Write scopes of work and compare contractor quotes

You'll need

BEng or BSc Eng in Mechanical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist roles
Confident with 3D CAD software and engineering calculations
Registered with ECSA as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate, depending on level
Working knowledge of the OHS Act and General Machinery Regulations
Three or more years working as a qualified engineer, in industry or consulting

Helpful, not essential

Finite element analysis skills
Government Certificate of Competency (Mechanical, Factories)
Project management certificate

What's in it for you

ECSA registration fees and CPD paid
Performance bonus tied to plant availability
Medical aid and retirement fund contributions
Study support for postgraduate courses

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Kariega really suit you before you apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified copy of your ID, a list of projects with your role on each plus degree certificate and academic record.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Tips to get shortlisted

Show results in numbers: downtime cut by a percentage, savings in rand, or a project delivered on budget.
If you hold a GCC, say which one and when you got it. It opens senior plant posts.