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SUMMARY:

Our client in the water treatment industry is seeking a

Reliability & Maintenance Engineer

Recruiter:

Bilnor Labour

Job Ref:

PTA000488/Mike

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

To be discussed at Interview

SUMMARY:

Our client in the water treatment industry is seeking a Reliability and Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Johannesburg, GT.

Reporting to the Group Operations Strategy Manager, this position is required to provide effective support to the Operations & Maintenance teams, providing the necessary technical expertise and implementing appropriate actions to ensure efficient maintenance activities and enhancing overall plant reliability.

**South African Citizens and those living in the area will be preferred**

POSITION INFO:

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

• Enhancing the overall reliability and availability of the Operation and Maintenance contracts
• Providing Maintenance and equipment expertise
• Analysing equipment failure data and conducting Root Cause Analyses with the assistance of the Maintenance Teams
• Developing and Implementing procedures and processes to increase reliability
• Understanding the cost of equipment maintenance and developing reliable budget and forecasting
• Taking part design reviews to increase reliability of new plant/equipment
• Taking part in HAZOP studies to improve on maintainability of plants/equipment
• Tracking plant maintenance KPI’s and utilising Maintenance Data from the CMMS to inform strategies and tactics
• Provide leadership to enhance Maintenance Activities, Strategies and Tactics
• Analyse data to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the Maintenance Departments
  
  

• Engineering degree (B.Eng Industrial/Mechanical)
• >3 years’ experience as a reliability engineer in an industrial/mining environment
• Experience in water treatment equipment will be an advantage
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis, RCM principles,
• Experience with CMMS systems, Maintenance Planning and data analysis
• Computer literacy
• The successful candidate must be a fast learner and able to work with little supervision
• Own transport
  
  

• Solution and improvement focused (initiative and motivation).
• Effective time management skills with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to multi- task. Working under pressure.
• Proactively work within a team with the ability to work unsupervised
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Advertising Services

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• Enhancing the overall reliability and availability of the Operation and Maintenance contracts
• Providing Maintenance and equipment expertise
• Analysing equipment failure data and conducting Root Cause Analyses with the assistance of the Maintenance Teams
• Developing and Implementing procedures and processes to increase reliability
• Understanding the cost of equipment maintenance and developing reliable budget and forecasting
• Taking part design reviews to increase reliability of new plant/equipment
• Taking part in HAZOP studies to improve on maintainability of plants/equipment
• Tracking plant maintenance KPIs and utilising Maintenance Data from the CMMS to inform strategies and tactics
• Provide leadership to enhance Maintenance Activities, Strategies and Tactics
• Analyse data to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the Maintenance Departments

• Engineering degree (B.Eng Industrial/Mechanical)
• >3 years experience as a reliability engineer in an industrial/mining environment
• Experience in water treatment equipment will be an advantage
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis, RCM principles,
• Experience with CMMS systems, Maintenance Planning and data analysis
• Computer literacy
• The successful candidate must be a fast learner and able to work with little supervision
• Own transport

• Solution and improvement focused (initiative and motivation).
• Effective time management skills with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to multi- task. Working under pressure.
• Proactively work within a team with the ability to work unsupervised

Purpose of this position :

To guarantee that medical equipment is serviced and maintained in accordance with business requirements.

Duties

• Conducting maintenance and calibration of medical equipment
• Performing system qualification
• Executing acceptance testing procedures
• Conducting failure mode analysis
• Performing fault analysis
• Assisting in managing service calls
• Providing technical support and advice
• Ensuring compliance with QMS standards and company policies
• Developing and preparing hardware design documentation
• Assisting with the procurement of necessary parts and materials
• Liaising with contractors
• Helping in the management of service calls

Educational Background & Experience

• BEng Mechatronic Engineering
• 2 years’ experience
• Bilingual

Reporting to the Group Operations Strategy Manager, this position is responsible for providing effective support to the Operations & Maintenance teams. The role involves applying technical expertise and implementing appropriate actions to ensure efficient maintenance activities and enhance overall plant reliability.

Enhance the overall reliability and availability of Operation and Maintenance contracts

Provide maintenance and equipment expertise

Analyse equipment failure data and conduct Root Cause Analyses with Maintenance Teams

Develop and implement procedures and processes to increase reliability

Understand the cost of equipment maintenance and develop reliable budgets and forecasts

Participate in design reviews to improve reliability of new plant/equipment

Participate in HAZOP studies to improve maintainability of plants/equipment

Track plant maintenance KPIs and use data from CMMS to inform strategies and tactics

Provide leadership to enhance maintenance activities, strategies, and tactics

Analyse data to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Maintenance Departments

Engineering degree (B.Eng Industrial or Mechanical)

More than 3 years experience as a reliability engineer in an industrial or mining environment

Experience with water treatment equipment is an advantage

Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis and RCM principles

Experience with CMMS systems, maintenance planning, and data analysis

Fast learner capable of working independently

Own transport

Solution and improvement focused with initiative and motivation

Effective time management with a sense of urgency

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to multi-task and perform under pressure

Collaborative team player with the ability to work unsupervised

Reporting to the Group Operations Strategy Manager, this position is responsible for providing effective support to the Operations & Maintenance teams. The role involves applying technical expertise and implementing appropriate actions to ensure efficient maintenance activities and enhance overall plant reliability.

Enhance the overall reliability and availability of Operation and Maintenance contracts

Provide maintenance and equipment expertise

Analyse equipment failure data and conduct Root Cause Analyses with Maintenance Teams

Develop and implement procedures and processes to increase reliability

Understand the cost of equipment maintenance and develop reliable budgets and forecasts

Participate in design reviews to improve reliability of new plant/equipment

Participate in HAZOP studies to improve maintainability of plants/equipment

Track plant maintenance KPIs and use data from CMMS to inform strategies and tactics

Provide leadership to enhance maintenance activities, strategies, and tactics

Analyse data to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Maintenance Departments

Engineering degree (B.Eng Industrial or Mechanical)

More than 3 years experience as a reliability engineer in an industrial or mining environment

Experience with water treatment equipment is an advantage

Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis and RCM principles

Experience with CMMS systems, maintenance planning, and data analysis

Fast learner capable of working independently

Own transport

Solution and improvement focused with initiative and motivation

Effective time management with a sense of urgency

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships

Ability to multi-task and perform under pressure

Collaborative team player with the ability to work unsupervised

Reliability & Maintenance Engineer (Water Treatment) required for a reputable water treatment company based in Paarl or JNB 

Requirements:

• Engineering degree (B.Eng Industrial/Mechanical)
• >3 years’ experience as a reliability engineer in an industrial/mining environment
• Experience in water treatment equipment will be an advantage
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis, RCM principles,
• Experience with CMMS systems, Maintenance Planning and data analysis
• Computer literacy
• The successful candidate must be a fast learner and able to work with little supervision
• Own transport

Responsibilities:

• Enhancing the overall reliability and availability of the Operation and Maintenance contracts
• Providing Maintenance and equipment expertise
• Analysing equipment failure data and conducting Root Cause Analyses with the assistance of the Maintenance Teams
• Developing and Implementing procedures and processes to increase reliability
• Understanding the cost of equipment maintenance and developing reliable budget and forecasting
• Taking part design reviews to increase reliability of new plant/equipment
• Taking part in HAZOP studies to improve on maintainability of plants/equipment
• Tracking plant maintenance KPI’s and utilising Maintenance Data from the CMMS to inform strategies and tactics
• Provide leadership to enhance Maintenance Activities, Strategies and Tactics
• Analyse data to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the Maintenance Departments

My Client, a nationally established group of companies, is looking to employ an energetic Maintenance Engineer with a relevant Degree to join their team!

The successful candidate will have relevant membership in Engineering and have at least three (3) years' experience in a similar role. Facilities Management experience will be beneficial.

The focus of the role is to oversee all maintenance aspects at various production facilities in the agricultural industry. Success is evident in the continuous enhancement of equipment effectiveness through the successful execution of the maintenance strategies.

• B.Eng. / B.Tech. (Mechanical / Electric / Industrial) qualification
• Relevant membership in Engineering; Facilities Management experience will be beneficial

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Asset management – Prior experience in a manufacturing industry / facility management will be beneficial
• Project Management – Proven track record of engineering, maintenance, assets life cycles projects
• Operation Performance - Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) optimisation
• Risk Management – Identify possible risks and implement mitigation strategies (PPM)
• Technical experience – Understand various maintenance methodologies and industry best standards
• Administration - Compiling SOP’s and reporting structures

• Technical skills and knowledge of equipment
• Good communication and people management skills
• Effective planning with time management skills
• Proactive teamwork and collaboration
• Familiar with quality improvement methods
• Problem solving through innovative solutions and generate new ideas
• Detail-oriented and data accuracy
• Computer literate

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer
£44,600 - £46,000
Westbury
5-day shift & 4-night shift pattern (Mon-Fri) & (Mon-Thu)

Benefits

• Cycle to Work Scheme




• Occupational Health Support




• Training & Career Development




• Free Eye Tests




• Long Service Awards




• Annual Summer & Christmas Parties




• Free Onsite Parking

Are you a multi-skilled engineer with at least 3 years of experience looking for a new challenge?

Do you thrive in a hands-on role where every day is different?

Would you like to join a small, highly effective team that values quality, innovation, and going the extra mile?

If so, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

We’re a market leader in the design and manufacture of our product, and we’re looking for a talented Maintenance Engineer to join our team. This is a role where your expertise will be recognised, and your contribution will make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Responding quickly to breakdowns and maintaining multiple machine types




• Carrying out both mechanical and electrical maintenance on plant and equipment




• Conducting effective preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and optimise output




• Identifying root causes of failure using strong problem-solving skills




• Ensuring all maintenance is completed to the highest safety and quality standards




• Supporting continuous improvement projects and plant upgrades




• Maintaining great housekeeping and engineering standards

Experience and Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Maintenance Engineer within manufacturing




• Skilled in both electrical and mechanical disciplines




• City & Guilds Level 2, ONC/HNC, Higher Level Apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification




• 17th or 18th Edition ()




• PLC experience plus knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics




• Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematic drawings ()




• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Get in touch with Adam Baldwin regarding this, or any maintenance role around Westbury and the Southwest.

• Geographic: 1 main (Seveso) depots and 3 regional depots
• Regulatory Framework: National and local regulatory requirements and municipal bi-laws. Fully licensed activities (Construction and operation of facilities)
• HSE: Internal Group HSE standards very high and generally more stringent than required by regulation and that of competitors

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• To effectively manage and minimise the risk associated with depot operations by ensuring:
• compliance with all HSE Policies, rules, guidelines and legal requirements within area of responsibility;
• promotion of safe working environment and positively contributing to the company HSE KPI's and risk reduction strategies;
• that HSE competency requirements are enforced within area of responsibility.
• To monitor, manage and assist with One Maestro, Maestro log and Integrity management within your area of responsibility.

KEY RESULTS

Maintenance

• Establish and continuously evaluate preventive maintenance system (on Sharepoint, CMMS and SAP) and feedback on non-compliances.
• Complete and issue a detailed monthly report on Maintenance Performance through KPI's
• Action depot maintenance as per legislative and group requirements (frequency)
• Investigate breakdowns with identifying root causes and correct actions
• To monitor and manage One Maestro, Maestro log and Integrity management within your area of responsibility.
• Manage maintenance equipment spares

Integrity Management

• Prepare and execute Safety Critical barrier inspections, loop tests and maintenance
• Report and record Safety Critical Barrier non-conformances on CMMS
• Ensure Safety Critical matrix is updated accordingly and is current
• Complete monthly Integrity KPI reporting
• Co-sign work permits for contractors
• Initiate MoC for any SCB infrastructure changes
• Participate in the Integrity Monitoring meetings
• Support site manager with action plan management of nonconformances, safety tours, audit result and depot surveys
• Support site manager with Downgraded modes or Major integrity threats preparations, reporting and actions

People Management:

• To provide training to new and existing staff members ensuring competence of staff or safety critical and environmental protection activities.

• A professional qualification/certification in Engineering (mechanical or electrical) or Equivalent
• A minimum of 4 - 5 years working experience in the Operations, in the downstream of Petrochemical or LPG industry
• Knowledge of the LPG equipment manufacturing industry, e.g.: cylinders, valves, tanks, pumps etc. year advantage.
• A good knowledge of all relevant legislation that impacts on LPG / petrochemical installations and equipment, e.g. OHS-Act; and all relevant SANS Regulations.

Other key requirements:

• A high level of verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and organising skills.
• Strong project evaluation and management skills.
• Computer Proficiency in MS Office Suite, SAP, etc.
• Results Orientated.
• Strategic and holistic thinking.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Driver's License
• Ability to travel between depots in different regions

The main areas of responsibility include the following:

• Ensuring compliance with the OHS-Act as imposed under section 16(2) of the OHS-Act, No 85 of 1993 at all Company depots
• Being a change agent and strategist for improving the performance of the Company by assisting in Continuous Improvement of Maintenance (preventive and corrective), Quality Assurance, Risk Management and Loss Reduction.
• Ensuring that Maintenance Management Systems (e.g. SAP Maintenance, Sharepoint and CMMS) are in place and to secure/ maintain appropriate external certifications,
• Providing advice and guidance on Technical and Operational Safety matters, to ensure that the Company complies with statutory requirements and Group Policy and takes a preventative approach to Maintenance and HSEQ in all parts of the company.
• Technical Integrity management on site

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