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Plant Engineer.

Johannesburg
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Engineering Manufacturing
Reference: Plant Engineer / manager

Apply before Jan 26 2026 | 53 Days left

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Sotina Recruitment

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic, and resilient Plant Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive Plant Engineering professional to shape and support our Manufacturing environment in a challenging but rewarding corporate setting. The purpose of a plant engineer job role is to oversee the design, development, construction, and maintenance of industrial plants and equipment, ensuring their efficient and safe operation. This includes managing projects, implementing new technology, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with regulations and safety standards. Plant engineers work closely with other engineers, technicians, and managers to optimize plant performance and ensure the smooth functioning of operations.

Responsibilities

Manage, control, and support all the requirements for apprenticeships within the engineering department.

Design and oversee the installation and maintenance of plant equipment.

Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures.

Troubleshoot and repair equipment malfunctions.

Evaluate and improve plant processes for efficiency and safety.

Assessing the operational functionality and efficiency of plant systems and machinery.

Designing and implementing plans for the installation and maintenance of plant machinery.

Performing routine inspections of equipment and machinery to ensure proper function and compliance with safety standards.

Identifying and addressing equipment malfunctions and system performance issues.

Collaborating with the plant management team to devise strategies for improving plant performance and reducing operational costs.

Ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations relating to plant operations.

Implementing quality control programs and safety measures to prevent accidents and ensure worker safety.

Managing inventory of equipment, parts, and supplies needed for plant operations.

Supervising and training plant operations staff.

Continuous learning and staying updated with advancements in technology and changes in regulations is a crucial part of a Plant Engineer’s career.

Providing monthly reports.

Managing and oversight of the engineering department and workshop of more than 10 employees.

Ultimate responsibility of the functioning, safety, and control of all site equipment of more than 40 pieces or machinery, including solar.

All other projects and ad hoc requests as prescribed by senior management.

Required Skills

Plant Maintenance: 6 to 7 years
Engineering Manager: 6 to 7 years
Manufacturing Management: 6 to 7 years
Plant Manager: 6 to 7 years
Manufacturing Systems: 6 to 7 years
Plant Improvements: 6 to 7 years

Candidate Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and experience:

Proven work experience as a Plant Engineer.

Familiarity with industrial control systems and manufacturing processes.

Excellent knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation related to industry.

Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.

Excellent project management skills.

Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD or other computer-aided design software.

In-depth knowledge of South African labour legislation, OHSA and ASIB.

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence and guide at all levels.

Highly organised, with excellent time management and multitasking abilities.

Resilient and able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

High degree of professionalism.

Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems.

Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications and schematics.

Effective interpersonal and written communication skills.

Able to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task effectively.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Experience in managing, guiding, and leading teams to ensure smooth operation processes.

Proven expertise in designing and implementing project plans and strategies.

Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, as well as environmental laws and guidelines.

Physical ability to conduct site inspections and operate plant machinery as needed.

Plant Engineers generally need a BSc or bachelor’s degree in engineering, typically mechanical, electrical, industrial, or chemical engineering.

Must have a solid understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and practices, as well as practical experience in design, operation, and maintenance of equipment and machinery.

Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Plant Engineer (CPE) may be beneficial.

Hands-on experience in the manufacturing industry.

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About Sotina Recruitment

Sotina Recruitment Agency - Sotina Holding was established in 2010 and provides recruitment services to business partners. Our offices are based in Johannesburg Gauteng and Paarl Western Cape. We adapt best practices to facilitate sourcing, validating and evaluating profiles to deliver candidates of the required skills and calibre to our clients. Based on the requirement of the job profile, we search for candidates from our online database and we also advertise in local platforms like Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, we pride ourselves with high quality standards, professionalism, integrity, passion and excellent customer service. We recruit top calibre candidates throughout South Africa.

Our human resources management solutions range from permanent recruitment, short-term long-term contract placements.

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Team

We have a multi-talented team of highly experienced recruitment consultants, who specialize in different industries and sectors. Our team of consultants works in close coordination with clients to conceptualize their requirements and offer them best solutions. Further, we also have a dedicated team of customer care, who attend to all the queries of the clients and furnish them with complete information about the services.

Customer Satisfaction

While speed, dependability, reliability and efficiency are our priority, customer satisfaction is the ultimate goal. Our unique working methodology and untiring efforts enable us to shortlist appropriate candidates, who are at the helm of rendering the best of present generation services. We utilize our in-depth market knowledge and comprehensive research techniques to meet the unique requirements of every client