524 Maintenance Engineer jobs in South Africa

Maintenance Engineer

Location: Hillcrest, KZN, South Africa

Salary: R280,000 - R360,000 per annum (R23,000 - R30,000 per month, cost-to-company)

Join a pioneering energy technology company and contribute to sustainable energy solutions. This role offers the opportunity to apply engineering skills to optimize systems, improve reliability, and make a measurable impact for clients across various industries.

1. Conduct site inspections and develop preventive maintenance strategies.
2. Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform root cause analysis.
3. Utilize data analytics tools to monitor system performance and identify improvements.
4. Collaborate with operations, technical teams, service providers, and clients.
5. Document best practices and support project inspections and technical reviews.

1. A degree or BTech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
2. Hands-on maintenance experience and a solid foundation in engineering principles.
3. Basic knowledge of data analytics tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Fulcrum.
4. Proactive problem-solving skills, adaptability, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.
5. Enthusiasm to learn, grow, and contribute to a culture of innovation and sustainability.

1. Be part of a company leading the transition to energy efficiency and optimization.
2. Exposure to innovative engineering projects at the forefront of technology.
3. A collaborative, growth-oriented environment with ongoing learning opportunities.

This is your chance to join a company that is redefining energy use in businesses and to advance your career in an environment where technology, sustainability, and engineering excellence converge.

Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.

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Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: 0+ years

Vacancy: 1

Maintenance Engineer - Pietermaritzburg Job Description Our client based in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a suitably qualified Maintenance Engineer in the metal industry to join their growing team. Requirements : Minimum of a BSc or BEng Mechanical degree qualification A minimum of 10 years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a Maintenance Engineer role within a manufacturing or similar environment. A Government Compliance Certificate for Factories is a compulsory requirement. It must be obtained within 24 months after the appointment if not held. Considerable interest and a good understanding of a maintenance strategy and planning Proven maintenance leadership experience and the ability to manage and execute a detailed and complex maintenance plan. Proven track record in heavy and complex plant and equipment maintenance Industrial understanding, preferably in the metals industry. Responsibilities : Statutory responsibility (appointed in terms of section GMR2 (7) in terms of the OHS act). Execution of tasks required for Statutory compliance in terms of the OHS act. Managing the Planning and Deployment of manpower for the execution of essential maintenance and engineering tasks Implementation of maintenance strategies Adherence to Maintenance Engineering best practice standards Leading complex problem-solving initiatives Integration of the maintenance effort into process control management systems Implementing preventative, predictive and cost impacting maintenance systems in the areas of Manpower, Consumption, Spares and Outside Services Executing and managing specialised engineering projects and management of performance against objectives. Key attributes : Attention to detail, analytical thinking and the ability to operate in a dynamic and fast changing manufacturing environment. Excellent project management skills and the ability to deliver projects within budget, on time and within specification. A result driven, hands-on generalist with good practical engineering knowledge and experience to lead a front-line team of Technicians and Artisans Strong leadership and interpersonal skills and experience knowledge base Resilience and persuasiveness, the ability to function in a tough environment, handle stress and pressure and stand your ground when necessary. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the role either directly online or by sending their application through to Kindly note, our consultants receive more than 300 applications daily, it is not physically possible for us to regret everyone. If you do not hear back from a consultant within 5 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful this time around. We appreciate your understanding in this regard

• 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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Overview

Position: Maintenance Engineer. Contract opportunity exists for Maintenance Engineer at mine site in Southern Africa. The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for ensuring accurate verification of installed assets, equipment, and spares on site. The role requires reviewing installation quality and completeness against design documents, updating technical records, and developing operational and quality procedures. This position is critical to ensuring that engineering, maintenance, and operations teams have accurate data and systems in place to support safe and reliable plant operation.

• Asset & Equipment Verification
  • Confirm and update the asset register with correct and complete data.
  • Verify equipment nameplates, specifications, and technical details against design and supplier documentation.
  • Review and update the spares list to ensure alignment with installed equipment.
  • Assist with developing Bills of Materials
• Installation & Design Compliance
  • Inspect installations to confirm completeness and compliance with design drawings and technical specifications.
  • Identify and document deviations, punch-list items, or non-conformances for corrective action.
  • Collaborate with contractors and suppliers to resolve installation or design discrepancies.
• Documentation & Technical Records
  • Update and maintain P&IDs with as-built conditions.
  • Gather and organize technical documentation (manuals, datasheets, drawings) for all equipment.
  • Ensure proper control and archiving of engineering records.
• Quality & Operational Readiness
  • Assess and confirm installation quality standards are met.
  • Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for operation and maintenance of equipment.
  • Prepare Quality Control Plans (QCPs) and checklists to support ongoing quality assurance.
  • Stakeholder Management
    • Ensure ongoing communication with Engineering Manager, Process Manager, Production Managers, etc.
    • Have weekly head of section meetings, information sessions and training sessions where required or new/change in processes.
  • Ensure safety, legal and company policies are adhered to.
  • Implementation a culture of best practice maintenance.
• Minimum Requirements
  • Experience
    • 5 - 10 years experience in a plant, mining, construction, or heavy industrial environment.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of asset management systems, P&IDs, SOP/QCP development, and installation verification.
    • Experience with commissioning, project punch lists, and as-built documentation preferred.
    • Familiarity with maintenance management software (CMMS/ERP) advantageous.
  • Qualifications
    • Bachelors Degree or National Diploma in Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent technical qualification).
  • Additional Requirements
    • Knowledge of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) e.g. SAP, Pronto and/or Pragma On Key experience.
    • Knowledge of MS Projects and MS Excel.
• Competencies
  • Optimise business performance
  • Remain composed and resilient
  • Focus on achieving results
  • Solve problems
  • Attention to detail
  • Analytical thinking
  • Ability to function well when under pressure and meet tight timelines
  • Advanced knowledge of maintenance processes, reliability engineering, planning and scheduling, continuous improvement and workforce optimisation advantage
  • Have a mind-set and commitment to customer service
  • Can manage multiple priorities or projects simultaneously and progress to completion
  • Demonstrated ability to read P&IDs, Process Flow Diagrams and drawings.

• Mid-Senior level

• Contract

• Management and Manufacturing

• Oil, Gas, and Mining

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

Maintenance Engineer

Hillcrest, KZN, South Africa

R280,000 R360,000 per annum (R23,000 R30,000 per month, cost-to-company).

Step into the world of clean energy innovation and contribute to driving a more sustainable future. This opportunity with a pioneering energy technology company will allow you to apply your engineering skills to optimise systems, improve reliability, and make a measurable impact for clients across industries.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct site inspections and design preventive maintenance strategies.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and contribute to root cause analysis.
• Use data analytics to monitor system performance and identify improvements.
• Collaborate with operations, technical teams, service providers, and clients.
• Document best practices and support project inspections and technical reviews.

What we are looking for:

• A degree or BTech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Hands-on maintenance exposure and a strong foundation in engineering principles.
• Basic knowledge of data analytics tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Fulcrum.
• A proactive problem-solver with adaptability, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.
• Someone eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a culture of innovation and sustainability.

What you can expect:

• Be part of a company leading the transition to energy efficiency and optimisation.
• Exposure to innovative engineering projects at the cutting edge of technology.
• A collaborative, growth-focused environment with continuous learning opportunities.

This is your opportunity to join a company that is redefining how businesses use energy and to grow your career in an environment where technology, sustainability, and engineering excellence meet.

Apply today and take the next step in your engineering journey.

• Matric
• BTech Mechanical Engineer
• BEng Mechanical Engineer
• Degree / National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related studies
• Post-Graduate qualification in relevant field will be advantageous

• ERP system experience - JD Edwards will be advantageous
• 3 + Years experience in production environment
• Proven ability to lead technical / workshop team
• Electrical and hydraulic expertise
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

• To develop and implement annual planned maintenance schedule
• To collect and analyse service information to plan wear part and major maintenance
• To stay informed about industry trends and best practices in maintenance management
• To develop a work standard to measure technicians performance by.
• To develop a skills matrix for technicians at all levels.
• Ensure a basic equipment standard is in place.
• Ensure technicians understand the standards and relevance to the system.
• Develop basic material supply chain ensuring quality of materials and financial competitivity of suppliers.
• Develop minimum stock and re-order points considering planned maintenance needs.
• Ensure all relative drawings for parts per machine type are available for technicians and supply chain.
• Monitor actual hours vs. planned hours per job.
• Customer satisfaction feedback.

Position: Maintenance Engineer

Contract opportunity exists for Maintenance Engineer at mine site in Southern Africa. The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for ensuring accurate verification of installed assets, equipment, and spares on site. The role requires reviewing installation quality and completeness against design documents, updating technical records, and developing operational and quality procedures. This position is critical to ensuring that engineering, maintenance, and operations teams have accurate data and systems in place to support safe and reliable plant operation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Asset & Equipment Verification

• Confirm and update the asset register with correct and complete data.
• Verify equipment nameplates, specifications, and technical details against design and supplier documentation.
• Review and update the spares list to ensure alignment with installed equipment.
• Assist with developing Bills of Materials

Installation & Design Compliance

• Inspect installations to confirm completeness and compliance with design drawings and technical specifications.
• Identify and document deviations, punch-list items, or non-conformances for corrective action.
• Collaborate with contractors and suppliers to resolve installation or design discrepancies.

Documentation & Technical Records

• Update and maintain Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) with as-built conditions.
• Gather and organize technical documentation (manuals, datasheets, drawings) for all equipment.
• Ensure proper control and archiving of engineering records.

Quality & Operational Readiness

• Assess and confirm installation quality standards are met.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for operation and maintenance of equipment.

• Prepare Quality Control Plans (QCPs) and checklists to support ongoing quality assurance.

• Stakeholder Management

• • Ensure ongoing communication with Engineering Manager, Process Manager, Production Managers, etc.
• Have weekly head of section meetings, Information sessions and training sessions where required or new/change in processes.
• Ensure safety, legal and company policies are adhered to.
• Implementation a culture of best practice maintenance.
• Ensure safety, legal and company policies are adhered to.

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• 5 - 10 years experience in a plant, mining, construction, or heavy industrial environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of asset management systems, P&IDs, SOP/QCP development, and installation verification.
• Experience with commissioning, project punch lists, and as-built documentation preferred.
• Familiarity with maintenance management software (CMMS/ERP) advantageous.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree or National Diploma in Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent technical qualification).

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)- and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) e.g. SAP, Pronto and/or Pragma On Key experience,
• Knowledge of MS Projects and MS Excel.

Competencies:

• Optimise business performance
• Remain composed and resilient
• Focus on achieving results
• Solve problems
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking

• Ability to function well when under pressure and meet tight timelines

• Advanced knowledge of maintenance processes, reliability engineering, planning and scheduling, continuous improvement and workforce optimisation advantage

• Have a mind-set and commitment to customer service
• Can manage multiple priorities or projects simultaneously and progress to completion
• Demonstrated ability to read P&IDs, Process Flow Diagrams and drawings.

Facility Overview

Join a high-capacity wood chip processing plant operating two chipping lines and handling over 4000 tons of timber daily via road and rail. The site features extensive log yards, mobile and stationary handling equipment, integrated weighbridges, and a 3 km export conveyor system linking directly to the port. Automation is driven by advanced PLC and SCADA systems.

Job Summary

We're looking for a seasoned Maintenance Engineer with a Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) to ensure the mechanical and electrical integrity of our operations. You'll oversee maintenance across chipping lines, timber logistics, rail infrastructure, and port-linked systems—driving uptime, safety, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Maintenance
- Lead maintenance of chipping lines, conveyors, debarkers, and log yard equipment | Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs |Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions

Rail & Timber Logistics -
Maintain rail siding infrastructure and loading systems | Coordinate safe timber offloading from road and rail | Oversee maintenance of locomotives, trailers, and log machinery

Port Interface & Export Systems
- Manage export conveyors to port berth | Liaise with port teams during vessel loading | Provide technical oversight on port-side maintenance

Engineering & Compliance -
Fulfil GCC legal appointment duties under OHSA | Maintain CMMS records and statutory documentation | Manage contractors and ensure safety and quality standards

Planning & Reporting -
Develop maintenance budgets and manage spare parts | Prepare monthly performance reports and KPIs | Support capital projects and equipment upgrades

Automation & Control Systems -
Oversee PLC and SCADA system maintenance | Collaborate with automation specialists for system reliability

Expected Skill Set

Technical Competencies -
Expertise in mechanical and electrical systems | Proficiency in PLC and SCADA | Knowledge of rail siding and port-linked conveyor systems | Experience with mobile equipment and weighbridge systems

Operational & Collaborative Skills -
Willingness to shadow incumbent engineer for 2 years | Strong liaison skills with Mill Operations Manager | Proven leadership of maintenance teams and contractors | Clear communication with internal and external stakeholders

Strategic & Compliance Skills -
Full understanding of GCC legal responsibilities | Preventive maintenance planning expertise | CMMS proficiency | Familiarity with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 standards