Work-Force
A Plant Engineer position is being filled in Rustenburg. Suitable candidates from across North West are invited to submit their applications for review.
Overview
This Plant Engineer role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Rustenburg. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the engineering jobs pipeline across North West.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the engineering jobs team in North West make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
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 Rustenburg teams, and the new Plant Engineer will feel that from the first week.
Career Growth
Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The engineering jobs space in Rustenburg 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 North West.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Rustenburg team member.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Rustenburg have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across North West.
Where You’ll Work
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 Rustenburg site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
On top of that, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in North West. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose breakdowns and implement corrective and preventative maintenance
- Ensure full compliance with the OHS Act and applicable SANS standards
- Lead root-cause analyses on production losses and quality defects
- Support commissioning of new plant, equipment and process changes
- Mentor apprentices, learners and junior engineers on site
- Drive continuous improvement using lean and Six Sigma tools
Who We’re Looking For
- Hands-on commissioning and maintenance experience
- Experience leading site teams or contractors is an advantage
- Awareness of B-BBEE and skills development obligations
- Experience with project management tools and methodologies
- Computer literacy in MS Office and relevant engineering software
- BEng, BTech or National Diploma in Engineering
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.