Mechanical Engineer

A vacancy has been confirmed for a Mechanical Engineer based in Douglas, Northern Cape. The successful candidate will join an established team within the engineering jobs function.

The Role

The Mechanical Engineer position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Northern Cape. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Douglas and across the engineering jobs space.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the engineering jobs team in Northern 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 Douglas much easier.

Equal Opportunity

Notably, 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.

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

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

Growing With Us

This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the engineering jobs team in Douglas have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

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

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

Key Outputs

• Lead root-cause analyses on production losses and quality defects
• Drive continuous improvement using lean and Six Sigma tools
• Conduct site inspections and progress meetings with contractors
• Maintain calibration, asset and plant maintenance records
• Conduct risk assessments and HAZOP studies on critical processes
• Manage technical procurement and evaluate supplier proposals

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience with project management tools and methodologies
• 3-5 years’ relevant engineering experience in industry
• Experience leading site teams or contractors is an advantage
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills
• Awareness of B-BBEE and skills development obligations
• Registered or working toward registration with a recognised engineering body

If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.