Mechanical Engineering Technologist (Projects) – Permanent

Design it, build it, fix it: mechanical engineering work at the petrochemical plant in Springs. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

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

• Mentor candidate engineers and artisans on technical problems
• Run vibration, thermography and oil analysis programmes on critical equipment
• Check pressure vessels for compliance with the Pressure Equipment Regulations and SANS 347
• Write scopes of work and compare contractor quotes
• Prepare the maintenance budget and report monthly on spend

• BEng or BSc Eng in Mechanical Engineering, or a BTech or Advanced Diploma for technologist roles
• Able to manage contractors and budgets
• Three or more years working as a qualified engineer, in industry or consulting
• Code 08 licence for site visits
• Registered with ECSA as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng or Candidate, depending on level
• Working knowledge of the OHS Act and General Machinery Regulations

• Project management certificate
• Experience with SAP PM for maintenance

• Performance bonus tied to plant availability
• Study support for postgraduate courses
• ECSA registration fees and CPD paid
• Company laptop and CAD licences

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