Mechanical Engineer

South Africa, South Africa

Job Description


Job description:The purpose of this position is to provide the essential technical knowledge, evaluate, select, and apply advanced engineering techniques to a broad set of engineering assignments.Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Detailed design of industrial machines, sub-components, sheet metal design, weldments & large-scale assemblies
  • Generate detailed drawings and BOM's
  • Prepare manufacturing and assembly instructions
  • Extensive experience with industrial machinery and structural design
  • Ensuring all inspection and preventative maintenance tasks are documented and scheduled on the group CMMS
  • Liaise with other departments about failures and potential solutions
  • Drive preventive and predictive maintenance
  • Drive continuous improvement
  • Undertake quality assurance on mechanical work executed
  • Compile reports on failures and tasks
Qualifying Criteria
  • BSc/B.Eng./B-Tech in Mechanical
  • At least 8 - 10 years' experience in the maintenance or production environment
  • Competency in computer aided engineering design and drawing
  • Hands-on working experience in a maintenance or manufacturing environment is essential
  • Experience in hydraulic system design and maintenance advantageous
  • Experience in electrical control systems advantageous
  • Proven project management experience
  • Proven leadership experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Must be fully Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
  • Must have Strong proven administrative skills
  • Experience working with an Computerized Maintenance Management System
  • Knowledgeable on the Occupational Health & Safety Act
  • Sound communication skills (understand, read and write English)
  • Must be prepared to work overtime when required
Qualifying Attributes:
  • Attention to detail and an analytical approach to troubleshooting
  • Ability to prioritize workload and perform effectively in a pressurized environment
  • Excellent team player - able to balance team and individual responsibilities
  • Ability to maintain professional working relations with diverse personalities
  • Hard-working and self-motivated
  • Time and priority management
  • Excellent communication skills on all levels
  • Logical and detail orientated
  • Excellent standards of execution
  • Critical thinking and conflict resolution potential
  • Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity
  • Excellent planning, organizational, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills on all levels
Type - PermanentReporting to - Engineering DirectorsJob type - Permanent positionBenefits include
  • Provident fund
  • Life cover
  • Funeral cover
  • Medical aid - hospital plan
  • 15 x paid leave days per annum
  • Long service leave after five years of employment
Standard hours07:30 - 17:00 Monday - Thursday07:30 - 16:00 FridaysMay be required to work overtime as per operational requirementsApplicants are invited to email a detailed CV and a motivational letter, outlining relevant experience, to Noleen Bester at Noleen.Bester@sametal.co.za or WhatsApp their CV to 081 297 1682 by no later than Wednesday 24 July 2024. We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.SkillsEngineering Mechanical Mechanical Design Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Maintenance Hydraulics Electrical Structural Engineering Structural PlanningIndustriesEngineering Manufacturing Architecture

SA Metal Group

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1331414
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    South Africa, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned