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Site Engineer (SIte Engineer)

Overview

Reference
SIte Engineer

Salary
ZAR/month

Job Location
South Africa -City of Cape Town -Cape Town -Bellville

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
07 July 2026

Closing date
15 Jul 2026 21:59


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


Contact information

Wenz