Job Description

Hands-On Plant Engineer
Location: Mpumalanga| Power Plant | Full-Time
Ready to roll up your sleeves and drive real change from the ground up?
Were looking for a Plant Engineer whos not just a strategic thinker but a doer. Someone who thrives both in the control room and on the plant floor, inspecting, troubleshooting, and getting hands-on with equipment to optimize operations and maximize uptime.
If youre a powerhouse of engineering excellence with a passion for plant maintenance, process improvement, and safety-first operations, this is your opportunity to lead with impact.
What Youll Own & Drive:
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize all plant-critical equipment with a strong focus on process reliability and efficiency
Get hands-on physically inspec,t and support planned maintenance alongside the maintenance team
Drive a culture of preventative maintenance to reduce breakdowns and boost plant availability
Lead the implementation of engineering strategies, policies, and procedures to align with O&M goals
Conduct root cause analysis for major equipment failures and implement sustainable corrective actions
Ensure top-tier compliance with environmental, safety, and legal standards
Coach and collaborate with teams to execute engineering excellence at every level
What You Bring to the Plant Floor:
Qualifications:
Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent
GCC Factories (a must-have for this role)
Commercial training or project exposure is a strong advantage
Experience:
15+ years as a Plant Engineer in a power plant or utilities environment
Deep knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment optimization, and planned maintenance strategy
xefxb8x8f Skills That Set You Apart:
Master of SHERQ systems, OHS legislation, and General Machinery Regulations
Strong knowledge of plant operations, risk management, and engineering controls
Ability to lead from the front and not shy away from getting hands-on when needed
Meticulous, methodical, and analytical with strong problem-solving ability
Comfortable with data analysis, report writing, project management, and team leadership
Proficient in Microsoft Office, CMMS, and performance monitoring tools
You Are:
Proactive, solution-focused, and highly reliable
A natural leader with a coaching mindset
Laser-focused on safety, compliance, and operational excellence
Ready to respond in emergencies and lead by example under pressure