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Applications are warmly invited for a Mechanical Engineer role based in Kimberley. We welcome candidates from every background across Northern Cape who are ready to grow with us.
About the Opportunity
The Mechanical Engineer vacancy forms part of how the Kimberley branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the engineering jobs side of the business moving forward.
Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.
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 Kimberley much easier.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Mechanical Engineer to step into the engineering jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
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 Kimberley teams, and the new Mechanical Engineer will feel that from the first week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position open to recent graduates?
Yes. Provided the minimum requirements listed above are met, graduates are warmly encouraged to put their names forward.
Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?
In addition, yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.
Are reference and background checks conducted?
Notably, yes. Reference, criminal and qualification checks are part of the standard pre-employment process.
What shift patterns apply to this role?
Shift patterns vary by site, but the role typically follows the standard operational hours of the relevant branch. The hiring team will walk you through the specifics during the interview.
Meet the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the engineering jobs side of the business inside out. The Kimberley group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
On top of that, the team mix in Kimberley reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Your Workplace
Crucially, 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 Kimberley site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Notably, 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.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Northern Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Why Join Us
Crucially, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in engineering jobs from your base in Kimberley. Many colleagues across Northern Cape have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Kimberley teams.
Notably, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Kimberley keep progressing.
Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Northern Cape.
Diversity and Inclusion
Inclusion is a core part of how the team operates. This is an equal-opportunity employer, and candidates from all communities — including women, youth and persons living with disabilities — are encouraged to apply for this role in Kimberley.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Kimberley.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Northern Cape.
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.
A Typical Day
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.
On top of that, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Northern Cape operations throw up the unexpected.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Kimberley.
Practically speaking, the Kimberley 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.
Growing With Us
Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The engineering jobs space in Kimberley 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 Northern Cape.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Kimberley team member.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
On top of that, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Kimberley have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.
Working in Kimberley
Importantly, the role is based in Kimberley, along the N14 trade route. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Kimberley and the broader Northern Cape region.
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 Kimberley.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Kimberley, Northern Cape.
Many candidates already living within reach of Kimberley cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Northern Cape economy.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose breakdowns and implement corrective and preventative maintenance
- Manage technical procurement and evaluate supplier proposals
- Drive continuous improvement using lean and Six Sigma tools
- Conduct site inspections and progress meetings with contractors
- Liaise with regulatory bodies on permits, licences and inspections
Minimum Requirements
- Working knowledge of CAD packages (AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar)
- Hands-on commissioning and maintenance experience
- Registered or working toward registration with a recognised engineering body
- BEng, BTech or National Diploma in Engineering
- Awareness of B-BBEE and skills development obligations
- Commitment to safe, ethical and sustainable engineering practice
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
In addition, if most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.