Work-Force
The organisation is recruiting a Plant Engineer for its Upington operation. The role forms part of a wider engineering jobs portfolio across Northern Cape.
Overview
Importantly, the Plant Engineer position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Northern Cape. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Upington and across the engineering jobs space.
Practically speaking, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Upington operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Upington teams, and the new Plant Engineer will feel that from the first week.
What We Offer
Equally, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this engineering jobs role in Upington; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Northern Cape.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
On top of that, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Your Future Here
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the engineering jobs team in Upington have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Upington have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Core Functions
- Mentor apprentices, learners and junior engineers on site
- Develop and maintain maintenance schedules for plant and equipment
- Diagnose breakdowns and implement corrective and preventative maintenance
- Prepare technical reports and project documentation for sign-off
- Liaise with regulatory bodies on permits, licences and inspections
- Plan, execute and close out engineering projects within scope, time and budget
- Maintain calibration, asset and plant maintenance records
- Prepare technical drawings, BOMs and specifications for production
Who We’re Looking For
- Working knowledge of CAD packages (AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar)
- Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel between sites
- Hands-on commissioning and maintenance experience
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable engineering practice
- Experience with project management tools and methodologies
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.