Senior Mechanical Engineer for Industrial Plant Operations
MASA Outsourcing · East Rand, Bedford View, Germiston, Isando, Gauteng
Overview
MASA Outsourcing is looking for a Senior Engineer to lead engineering projects and maintenance at an industrial operation on the East Rand. You will provide technical direction, improve equipment reliability and drive continuous improvement across plant and machinery. This permanent role suits a hands on mechanical engineer with 7 to 10 years of heavy industrial experience who enjoys both project oversight and practical problem solving.
About the role
An established industrial operation on the East Rand is looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to take the lead in engineering excellence. You will join a demanding manufacturing environment where reliable equipment and efficient maintenance directly support production.
What the role involves:
- Oversee engineering projects and daily maintenance activities across the plant
- Provide technical direction and leadership to engineering teams
- Drive improvements in equipment reliability, machinery performance and production efficiency
- Combine hands on mechanical engineering work with project oversight and mechanical design
- Resolve operational challenges and support continuous improvement in a fast paced setting
The position is based in the East Rand, Bedford View, Germiston or Isando area and is a permanent full time opportunity with MASA Outsourcing (Pty) Ltd.
Requirements
- BSc, BEng or BTech in Mechanical Engineering
- 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing, production or heavy industrial environment
- Strong exposure to mechanical engineering, industrial equipment and maintenance operations
- Experience in engineering project management and leading technical teams
- Proficiency in CAD/CAE software and mechanical engineering drawings
- Experience with hydraulic systems and related equipment
- Knowledge of electrical control systems
- Exposure to industrial machinery, mechanical assemblies and structural design
- Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
- A valid driver's licence
- Good computer literacy and knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements
Responsibilities
- Oversee engineering projects and maintenance activities across the plant
- Provide technical direction and guidance to engineering teams
- Drive improvements across plant, machinery and production operations
- Improve equipment reliability through effective maintenance and engineering solutions
- Manage mechanical design work and project oversight
- Resolve operational challenges and support continuous improvement
- Ensure maintenance activities comply with occupational health and safety requirements
- Use CMMS to manage and track maintenance operations
Job details
- Organisation
- MASA Outsourcing
- Location
- East Rand, Bedford View, Germiston, Isando, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Senior (7+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- Construction & Engineering
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
This is a senior role, so your application should go beyond listing your qualifications. Highlight specific plant or machinery you have maintained, projects you have led and how you improved equipment reliability or production uptime. Mention your experience with CMMS, hydraulic systems and electrical controls, as these are clearly important to the employer.
In interviews for industrial engineering roles, expect questions about safety, breakdown response and how you manage technical teams under pressure. Be ready to give real examples of problems you solved on the floor. Also make sure your driver's licence and engineering degree are up to date and easy to verify.
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