Mechanical Engineeer

SUMMARY:
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to take responsibility for all maintenance functions at a large industrial operation in Lichtenburg, North West. The successful candidate will oversee maintenance operations and report directly to the Maintenance Manager.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Competencies

• Grade 12 / Matric
• BSc Mechanical Engineering Degree
• Valid Driver’s License

• At least 5 years’ management experience within a mining, process plant, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience in maintenance planning and cost centre control.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering fields, including mechanical, electrical, electronics, and structural systems.

• Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment and engineering principles related to heavy machinery.
• Solid understanding of plant processes and operational systems.
• Ability to conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and implement corrective actions.
• Strong diagnostic, analytical, and reporting capabilities.
• Proven track record in process, plant, and equipment optimization.

• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet set performance targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing programs that monitor equipment operational status and condition.
• Creating and maintaining trend data for component-level performance.
• Coordinating oil analysis programs and maintaining a database of lubricants.
• Implementing maintenance projects to enhance plant reliability across processing and mobile equipment.
• Overseeing lifting equipment, machinery, hazardous chemical and oil storage facilities, diesel installations, and dispensing areas.
• Ensuring structural integrity of installations, repairs, removals, and replacements.
• Managing on-site traffic systems and enforcing compliance with safety standards.