Description:
VACANCY: ENGINEER (Manufacturing)
GAUTENG
Our esteemed client, a prominent leader in the manufacturing industry and part of a publicly listed group, is seeking a dynamic and resilient Engineer in the Manufacturing domain. This is a demanding role that requires an individual capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Experience & Qualification (BSc(Eng) or BENG
Engineering disciplines:
Chemical AND Mechanical preferred, but client will also consider the following fields of study: Electrical Electronic Mecatronics Metallurgy IndustrialJob Summary
The primary responsibility of the Engineer is to ensure that production processes deliver products of the highest quality in a cost-effective, safe, and reliable manner. Additionally, the Engineer is tasked with maintaining factory assets cost-effectively to guarantee continuous and reliable production. The ideal candidate must possess extensive experience in maintenance and exhibit a hands-on approach at all times. They will be responsible for leading and managing the process and maintenance functions of the factory, encompassing strategic direction, resource management, and process excellence.
Experience & Qualifications
A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification engineering or process experience within a manufacturing environment
Extensive experience in maintenance will be highly advantageous.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Asset Preservation Strategy
Assist the Factory Manager with the development and execution of the asset preservation strategy, asset management objectives, and operational plans. Review and make recommendations for the asset register to determine the remaining useful life and preservation strategy based on current asset condition. Evaluate the previous year budget and expenses to formulate the maintenance budget and asset preservation strategy for the following year. Review the plants performance from the previous year to identify shortfalls, recommend, and implement focused initiatives to improve performance. Define and implement maintenance standards for the department to ensure cost-effective and safe maintenance execution. Translate the asset preservation strategy and asset management objectives into plans, budgets, and KPIs for the maintenance function, ensuring the right skill sets are identified to execute these plans.Duties & Responsibilities
Management of Maintenance
Oversee the