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Plant Engineer
Job in
Mpumalanga, 1050, South Africa
Listed on 2026-01-10
Listing for:
The Legends Agency
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-10
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Ready to roll up your sleeves and drive real change from the ground up? Were looking for a Plant Engineer who’s 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, inspect 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
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Qualifications
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- Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent
- GCC Factories (a must-have for this role)
- Commercial training or project exposure is a strong advantage
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- 15+ years as a Plant Engineer in a power plant or utilities environment
- Deep knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment optimization, and planned maintenance strategy
- 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
- 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
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