Mechanical Engineer

Sappi • Other • Stanger / KwaDukuza, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa • $200 - $300 / year • 2d ago

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe environment.

We are on the lookout for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to manage maintenance, reliability, and engineering at Sappi Stanger.

As a Mechanical Engineer you will be responsible for:

Managing maintenance activities of the relevant mill section
Managing risks by planning and executing preventative and strategic maintenance programmes
Actively driving the use of plant reliability monitoring techniques to ensure proactive maintenance and reduce unplanned downtime
Leading and managing maintenance teams
Addressing safety, health, environmental, and quality issues, including incident investigations
Short-term planning as well as annual shut planning
Budget management and cost control
Legal compliance applicable to maintenance
Root cause failure analysis and close outs

Utilizing and monitoring the SAP maintenance management system.

What are we looking for?

BSc/BEng/BTech in Mechanical Engineering with 3 years experience as a Mechanical Engineer in a heavy industry/manufacturing environment

National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 5 years experience as a Mechanical Engineer in a heavy industry/manufacturing environment
Strong leadership experience
Excellent planning, organizing, and technical problem-solving skills
Ability to make smart decisions
Government Certificate of Competency (Factories) would be an advantage
Experience in the Pulp & Paper industry would be an advantage
Must be able to work efficiently in a high-pressure environment

What’s in it for you?

Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
Market-leading leave benefits

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

ABOUT SAPPI

Sappi is a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative, and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.

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