Mechanical Engineering Technologist (Projects) – Permanent

You'll keep the plant reliable and improve how it runs at the paper and packaging mill in Durban Central. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

The work is in Durban Central, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Mentor candidate engineers and artisans on technical problems
• Write scopes of work and compare contractor quotes
• Prepare the maintenance budget and report monthly on spend
• Sign off modifications and keep drawings and records current
• Check pressure vessels for compliance with the Pressure Equipment Regulations and SANS 347
• Manage shutdowns: planning, spares, contractors and safe restart

• Confident with 3D CAD software and engineering calculations
• Three or more years working as a qualified engineer, in industry or consulting
• Able to manage contractors and budgets
• Code 08 licence for site visits
• Working knowledge of the OHS Act and General Machinery Regulations
• Registered with ECSA as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate, depending on level

• Finite element analysis skills
• Experience with SAP PM for maintenance

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

• Put your ECSA category and number under your name. For senior roles it is often the first filter.
• If you hold a GCC, say which one and when you got it. It opens senior plant posts.