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Mechanical Engineering Technologist (Projects)

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Benoni, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 3 hours ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

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Job Description

Real machines, real budgets and real downtime targets at the food and beverage factory in Benoni. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

You'll report in Benoni. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

Analyse breakdowns with root cause methods and fix the cause, not the symptom
Check pressure vessels for compliance with the Pressure Equipment Regulations and SANS 347
Write scopes of work and compare contractor quotes
Mentor candidate engineers and artisans on technical problems
Manage shutdowns: planning, spares, contractors and safe restart
Run vibration, thermography and oil analysis programmes on critical equipment
Plan and track preventive maintenance in the CMMS with the artisans and planners

Must-haves

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

Extra points for

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

What's in it for you

Medical aid and retirement fund contributions
Company laptop and CAD licences
Performance bonus tied to plant availability

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: ECSA registration certificate, degree certificate and academic record plus certified copy of your ID.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 9 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Benoni; 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.

How to stand out

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