Plant Engineer

Reference: PE006748-AS-1

Our client in the automotive manufacturing industry is seeking an experienced Plant Engineer with strong technical expertise and excellent customer liaison skills to join their team in Kariega. Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure maximum plant and equipment availability.

• Plan and manage preventative and corrective maintenance.

• Lead engineering and continuous improvement projects.

• Support production to achieve quality, cost and delivery targets.

• Investigate equipment failures and implement corrective actions.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety and quality standards.

• Liaise with customers regarding engineering and technical matters.

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.

• Manage engineering contractors and service providers.

• Prepare engineering reports and monitor maintenance costs.

• Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams.

Competencies

• Strong customer focus.

• Leadership and team management.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Problem-solving and decision-making ability.

• Planning and organisational skills.

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or National Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering.

• Minimum 5 years' engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.

• Automotive industry experience is advantageous.

• Experience in plant maintenance, engineering projects and continuous improvement.

• Knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance.

• Sound understanding of IATF 16949, ISO standards and the OHS Act.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication and customer liaison skills.

• Computer literacy (MS Office and maintenance systems).