Mechanical Engineers

Overall Purpose of the Position:
Responsible for effective Maintenance of plant equipment/machinery and improving the overal plant performance in line with the management approved guidelines.
Key Performance Areas:

Develop and implement the overall mechanical works strategy for the mechanical maintenance
Identify gaps in the mechanical processes and implement strategies to close gaps, improve equipment reliability, sustainability and reduce maintenance costs
Ensure mechanical installations for the plant conform to approved standards to eliminate breakdowns
Implement and manage projets to improve equipment and safety performance, sustainability to reduce cost
Ensure that all mechanical equipment are installed and functional to support the production team
Scheduling and assigning work to meet maintenance completion dates, undertake effective planning and prioritisation of workload whenever necessary
Works closely with operations team in providing solutions to problems and advice on technical issues
Analyse all machine failures (breakdown, unplanned corrective maintenance) and implement corrective measures to prevent re- occurrence of failures and safety incidents
Establish and coordinate the maintenance and safety procedures, service schedule, and supply of materials required to maintain machines and equipment in the prescribed condition
Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) when required in line with the agreed format
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and to make recommendations to maintenance team
Supervise, guide and review activities of staff under your supervision in the structure on technical duties
Inspection of work performed by outside contractors to ensure it meets management expectations as per the scope of the work assigned
Ensure observance of safety rules, regulations and practices

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering- Plant Option
Minimum 8 years experience in similar position in a busy manufacturing company
Knowledge in RCA methodology
Posses good knowledge in identifying and managing spare parts
Good working knowledge of machines in process industry, hydraulics and pneumatics is desirable.
Computer proficiency especially in PM module in SAP – ERP.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings as well as use of Auto CAD.
Ability to work independently and exhibit right leadership.

The Group subscribes to market-related remuneration. The Remuneration for this position will be commensurate with the applicant’s level of experience and qualifications.