Plant Engineer Job at Staff Solutions

• 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.

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).