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TRG 2417 (Cape Town) Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (GMR 2.1 Appointment) (Iron & Steel Making)

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17 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Newcastle, South Africa
Mechanic

Introduction

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Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (GMR 2.1 Appointment)

Area: Cape Town

Industry: Iron & Steel Making

Ref No.: TRG 2417

Salary: Neg from ± R80 000 per month + Relocation Assistance + Accommodation Support + Medical Aid + Provident Fund

Start Date: As soon as possible

Type: Permanent (GMR 2.1 Appointment)

 

An opportunity for an experienced steel manufacturing and processing MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE ENGINEER (GMR 2.1 APPOINTMENT) is required for permanent employment based in Cape Town to join a technical leadership team.

  • This role is ideally suited for candidates who have significant experience in primary or secondary steelmaking operations, such as those gained from ArcelorMittal, Scaw Metals, Highveld Steel, or other large heavy-industry processing plants.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the availability, integrity and reliability of all mechanical assets across the plant—including furnaces, rolling equipment, melt shop equipment, conveyors, hydraulic systems, and heavy mechanical machinery.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Mechanical Maintenance Leadership

  • Lead the full mechanical maintenance function for the steel plant.
  • Provide high-level technical support to the maintenance team.
  • Oversee day-to-day mechanical maintenance activities including breakdowns, preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, and plant modifications.

 

2. Asset Reliability & Plant Performance

  • Ensure plant mechanical systems operate safely, efficiently, and within optimal performance parameters.
  • Conduct root-cause analysis on recurring mechanical failures and implement long-term solutions.
  • Develop and improve maintenance strategies aligned with steelmaking operational demands.

 

3. Planning, Scheduling & Resource Management

  • Develop and implement mechanical maintenance schedules for all critical plant equipment.
  • Plan and execute shutdowns, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Coordinate the activities of artisans, technicians, contractors and service providers.
  • Ensure all work is completed on time, within budget and in compliance with safety regulations.

 

4. GMR 2.1 Statutory Responsibility

  • Act as the legally appointed GMR 2.1 Responsible Person for machinery.
  • Ensure compliance with the OHS Act, pressure vessel regulations, lifting equipment legislation, etc.
  • Ensure safety documentation, SOPs and inspection registers are maintained.

 

5. Inventory, Materials & Equipment Control

  • Manage mechanical long-lead spares, tools, consumables, equipment procurement and budget control.
  • Optimise cost without compromising equipment safety or reliability.

 

6. Engineering Projects & Continuous Improvement

  • Lead mechanical installation projects, upgrades and modifications.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant reliability and efficiency.
  • Recommend mechanical redesigns or upgrades where required to support capacity expansion.

 

7. Team Development & Supervision

  • Supervise and mentor maintenance teams, artisans and apprentices.
  • Promote a culture of safety, accountability and operational excellence.
  • Conduct competency evaluations and training plans for maintenance personnel.

 

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Strong understanding of steel plant mechanical systems
  • Excellent leadership and supervisory skills
  • Ability to work in high-pressure, continuous-production environments
  • Strong fault-finding, analysis and diagnostic capability
  • Hands-on, practical mechanical engineering ability
  • Sound knowledge of OHS Act, GMR compliance and safety standards
  • Excellent planning, organising, and communication skills
  • High integrity, discipline and commitment to safety

Desired Experience & Qualification

  • Minimum 5 years experience in the steel manufacturing sector (iron making, steelmaking, rolling mills, heavy industrial mechanical maintenance or similar).
  • Proven experience in a high-temperature, high-load and continuous-production environment.
    Exposure to heavy mechanical equipment such as:
    • furnaces
    • cranes & lifting equipment
    • rolling lines
    • gearboxes & compressors
    • hydraulics & pneumatics
    • large rotating machinery

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (BEng / BTech / National Diploma).
  • Must qualify for GMR 2.1 appointment.
  • GCC Factories (advantageous but not essential).

Relocation Requirement

  • Candidate must be ready and willing to relocate to Cape Town.
  • Relocation support is provided as part of the package.

Age Range (Guideline Only)

  • Preference: 40–45, but open to strong applicants outside this band.

Package & Remuneration

PACKAGE & BENEFITS

  • Competitive industry-related salary (neg. from ± R80 000 p/m).
  • Relocation assistance provided.
  • Accommodation support for the transition period.
  • Medical aid & provident fund included.
  • Long-term career development within a growing iron & steel operation.

Interested?