Production Engineer

Applications are warmly invited for a Production Engineer role based in Bellville. We welcome candidates from every background across Western Cape who are ready to grow with us.

The Role

The organisation is investing in its Bellville operation, and this Production Engineer position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the engineering jobs function and contribute to the wider Western Cape business.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the engineering jobs team in Western Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the engineering jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Bellville much easier.

Equally, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Bellville also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

Your Workplace

Notably, the environment combines office-based design and planning with site-based execution. Safety, quality and continuous improvement sit at the heart of how the team works.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Bellville site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Western Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Beyond that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Based in Bellville

Importantly, the role is based in Bellville, near the Cape Town International Airport hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Bellville and the broader Western Cape region.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Bellville, Western Cape.

Many candidates already living within reach of Bellville cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Bellville.

Day in the Life

Mornings often begin on site, walking through plant or project areas with the team and picking up where yesterday’s work ended. You move between technical reviews, contractor discussions and hands-on troubleshooting, balancing safety, cost and quality at every decision point. The afternoon might involve drawings, reports or a planning session for an upcoming shutdown. By the time you knock off, you have kept production running, advanced the project plan and helped the team go home safely.

No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Bellville.

Practically speaking, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Western Cape operations throw up the unexpected.

Equally, the Bellville office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.

Our Commitment to Transformation

Importantly, the organisation is committed to transformation and equal opportunity. Hiring is on merit, and applications are actively encouraged from women, youth, people with disabilities and other historically disadvantaged groups in line with the Employment Equity plan and B-BBEE objectives.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Western Cape.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Bellville.

Your Future Here

Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The engineering jobs space in Bellville offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in Western Cape.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Bellville team member.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Bellville have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Key Outputs

• Drive continuous improvement using lean and Six Sigma tools
• Diagnose breakdowns and implement corrective and preventative maintenance
• Liaise with regulatory bodies on permits, licences and inspections
• Conduct risk assessments and HAZOP studies on critical processes
• Maintain calibration, asset and plant maintenance records
• Plan, execute and close out engineering projects within scope, time and budget
• Mentor apprentices, learners and junior engineers on site
• Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act and applicable SANS standards

Candidate Profile

• 3-5 years’ relevant engineering experience in industry
• Awareness of B-BBEE and skills development obligations
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including technical reporting
• Sound knowledge of the OHS Act and applicable SANS standards
• Commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable engineering practice
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel between sites

Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.