Site Engineer

SUMMARY:
Site Engineer Bellville

POSITION INFO:

SITE ENGINEER

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Site Engineer to lead our facilities, maintenance, utilities and site services functions.

In this role, you will ensure equipment reliability, operational uptime and a safe, compliant work environment, while driving maintenance systems and engineering improvement initiatives across the site.

You will play a critical role in supporting automation, managing infrastructure, and delivering technical projects that enable efficient and scalable operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Lead all equipment maintenance and reliability initiatives
• Implement preventive and planned maintenance systems
• Manage machine breakdowns and root cause problem solving
• Support automation, PLC systems and production technology
• Oversee site utilities (electrical, HVAC, compressed air, water systems)
• Manage facilities, infrastructure and contractor services
• Ensure site compliance with safety, GMP and operational standards
• Oversee site services (security, cleaning, waste, pest control)
• Lead engineering and continuous improvement projects
• Support equipment installation, commissioning and optimisation
• Implement and manage CMMS / maintenance systems
• Develop maintenance KPIs and reporting systems

ABOUT YOU

You are a hands-on engineer with strong technical expertise and a passion for operational excellence.

You are proactive, solutions-driven and comfortable working across mechanical, electrical and automation systems. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and take ownership of site performance and reliability.

You are detail-oriented, structured and able to lead projects while collaborating across teams and external partners.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong experience with automated equipment and systems
• Experience with PLCs, sensors, drives and control systems
• Experience implementing maintenance systems
• Experience managing technical projects and contractors
• FMCG / cosmetics / pharmaceutical experience advantageous

KNOWLEDGE

• PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Mechanical and electrical fault finding
• Preventive and planned maintenance systems
• Facilities and utilities management
• Root cause analysis and continuous improvement
• Technical documentation and SOP development
• Maintenance KPIs and reporting systems

WHAT OTHER DETAILS / EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS MAKE OUR EYES LIGHT UP, YOU ASK?

• Degree in Mechatronic Engineering or related field
• Exposure to automation and industrial systems
• Strong project management capability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• High level of accountability and ownership
• Willingness to provide after-hours support when required