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Rustenburg: Mechanical Engineer GMR 2.1 posted by Hire Resolve

Job Description

About the Role

A leading animal feed and agricultural production company is seeking a highly skilled and responsible Mechanical Engineer to oversee engineering operations and asset management at one of their premier manufacturing facilities. In this crucial role, you will take full legal accountability for the operation and maintenance of machinery on-site, ensuring optimal plant performance, safety compliance, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Legal Compliance: Assume the full GMR 2.1 legal appointment, ensuring the safe operation and compliance of all mechanical installations, boilers, and pressure vessels under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
  • Maintenance Management: Oversee preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance strategies for all plant machinery, milling equipment, and automated processing lines to minimize downtime.
  • Asset Optimization: Analyze equipment performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement engineering solutions to improve plant efficiency, reliability, and throughput.
  • Project Engineering: Plan, budget, and execute capital expenditure (Capex) projects, from machinery upgrades to new structural installations, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope.
  • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the on-site technical and maintenance teams, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree (BEng / BSc / BTech) in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience: Proven experience holding a GMR 2.1 appointment within an Animal Feed, FMCG, or milling manufacturing environment.
  • Technical Skills: Strong background in fault-finding, root cause analysis, automated manufacturing systems, and steam/boiler systems.
  • Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and manage external contractors effectively.
  • Attributes: High levels of professional integrity, excellent problem-solving capabilities, and strong communication skills necessary for managing regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are required for this role.

Salary & Benefits

The employer is offering a highly competitive salary based on experience.

How to Apply

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About Other Engineering Jobs in North West

In the North West region of South Africa, engineering positions are highly sought after across various industries, with a strong demand for skilled professionals to drive innovation and growth. Typically, these roles involve applying technical expertise to design, develop, and maintain complex systems, infrastructure, and equipment. Generally, this field offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about problem-solving, creativity, and making a tangible impact.

Salary ranges for engineering positions in the North West can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and specific job requirements. Broadly speaking, senior engineers with extensive experience and working in large corporations tend to earn higher salaries, often within the range of R500 000 to R1 million per annum. However, please note that actual salaries may differ significantly due to various factors.

Common skills required for engineering positions include proficiency in design software, such as Autodesk or SolidWorks; strong problem-solving and analytical skills; excellent communication and collaboration abilities; a solid understanding of technical principles and regulations; experience with project management tools; and the ability to adapt to changing technologies and industry trends. Typically, engineers also possess a degree in engineering or a related field and may hold relevant certifications.

These roles are commonly found in various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and infrastructure development projects. Often, companies in these sectors require engineers with expertise in specific areas such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, or software engineering.

Career progression for engineers in the North West can vary depending on individual performance, experience, and company policies. Generally, entry-level positions often involve supporting senior engineers or working on smaller projects, while mid-career professionals may take on more significant roles, lead projects, or transition into management positions. Advanced engineers with significant experience may move into technical leadership roles, specialized consulting work, or academia.


This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.



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Rustenburg: Mechanical Engineer (GMR 2.1) posted by Hire Resolve

Job Description

About the Role

A leading animal feed and agricultural manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Rustenburg. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring engineering compliance, improving maintenance effectiveness, supporting operational excellence, and managing mechanical projects within a high-volume industrial processing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the appointed GMR 2.1 for the facility
  • Ensure compliance with OHSA regulations and engineering standards
  • Manage mechanical maintenance systems and asset management processes
  • Analyse maintenance trends and KPIs to improve reliability and cost control
  • Drive planned and preventative maintenance initiatives
  • Support and manage CAPEX and infrastructure projects
  • Coordinate contractors, technical evaluations, and project execution
  • Manage and maintain CAD drawings and engineering documentation
  • Ensure accurate document control and as-built drawing updates
  • Support risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions
  • Provide technical engineering support across multiple sites when required
  • Assist with maintenance reporting and operational engineering governance

Requirements

  • BTech Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience within an industrial, manufacturing, or processing environment
  • Strictly requires GMR 2.1 experience
  • Strong experience with maintenance systems and asset management
  • Experience with CMMS platforms (Pragma preferred)
  • Experience with CAPEX projects and project management
  • Strong understanding of CAD systems and engineering documentation
  • Knowledge of South African OHSA requirements relating to machinery and engineering
  • Strong analytical, technical, and stakeholder management skills
  • Willingness to travel between sites when required

Qualifications

None mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: negotiable.

How to Apply

Click the green “Go Apply” button below to apply directly online with the employer.

About Other Engineering Jobs in North West

In the North West region of South Africa, engineering positions are highly sought after across various industries, with a strong demand for skilled professionals to drive innovation and growth. Typically, these roles involve applying technical expertise to design, develop, and maintain complex systems, infrastructure, and equipment. Generally, this field offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about problem-solving, creativity, and making a tangible impact.

Salary ranges for engineering positions in the North West can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and specific job requirements. Broadly speaking, senior engineers with extensive experience and working in large corporations tend to earn higher salaries, often within the range of R500 000 to R1 million per annum. However, please note that actual salaries may differ significantly due to various factors.

Common skills required for engineering positions include proficiency in design software, such as Autodesk or SolidWorks; strong problem-solving and analytical skills; excellent communication and collaboration abilities; a solid understanding of technical principles and regulations; experience with project management tools; and the ability to adapt to changing technologies and industry trends. Typically, engineers also possess a degree in engineering or a related field and may hold relevant certifications.

These roles are commonly found in various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and infrastructure development projects. Often, companies in these sectors require engineers with expertise in specific areas such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, or software engineering.

Career progression for engineers in the North West can vary depending on individual performance, experience, and company policies. Generally, entry-level positions often involve supporting senior engineers or working on smaller projects, while mid-career professionals may take on more significant roles, lead projects, or transition into management positions. Advanced engineers with significant experience may move into technical leadership roles, specialized consulting work, or academia.


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