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Reliability Engineer (Rotating Equipment)

How2Apply Talent Network

Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 3 hours ago

Full-time Engineering Code 08

R71 000 – R99 750/month

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Job Description

You'll keep the plant reliable and improve how it runs at the paper and packaging mill in Johannesburg CBD. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

You'll be based at a paper and packaging mill in Johannesburg CBD. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

What you'll actually do

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
Plan and track preventive maintenance in the CMMS with the artisans and planners
Sign off modifications and keep drawings and records current
Design conveyors, chutes and structures in SolidWorks or Inventor

What you need

Working knowledge of the OHS Act and General Machinery Regulations
Three or more years working as a qualified engineer, in industry or consulting
Code 08 licence for site visits
Confident with 3D CAD software and engineering calculations

Nice if you have

Finite element analysis skills
Experience with SAP PM for maintenance
Government Certificate of Competency (Mechanical, Factories)

What's in it for you

Study support for postgraduate courses
Performance bonus tied to plant availability
Medical aid and retirement fund contributions

How to apply for this job

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified copy of your ID plus a list of projects with your role on each.
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.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Johannesburg CBD.

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