Mechanical Engineer

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:

• Qualifications:
  • Grade 12 / Matric.
  • BSc Mechanical Engineering Degree.
  • Valid driver’s license.
• Experience:
  • 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 multi-disciplinary engineering fields, including mechanical, electrical, electronics, and structural systems.
• Technical Skills:
  • 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.
• Personal Skills:
  • Strong leadership and people management abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and meet set performance targets.

• 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 the structural integrity of installations, repairs, removals, and replacements.
• Managing on-site traffic systems and enforcing compliance with safety standards.