My client is looking for an Engineer (Mechanical)- will form part of a Mechanical Services Team.
The post holder will oversee the management / maintenance of mechanical mobile plant & machinery, marine vessels and vehicles.
The role involves fleet & plant management duties including drafting of technical specifications and tendering.
The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the development of mechanical engineering solutions in relation to operational issues.
Key Activities: The post holder will report to a Senior Mechanical Engineer and will be responsible for: The maintenance and reviewing of mechanical plant & machinery, marine vessels and vehicles in civil engineering land and water-based operations.
Compliance with RSA/CVRT regulations and legislation for operating commercial vehicles.
Supervision of the mechanical foremen and fitters and contracted-in service providers.
The role will include supporting resolution of breakdown problems outside normal working hours.
Ensure the recording of planned and reactive fleet & plant maintenance with adherence to statutory and regulatory obligations.
Development of computerised fleet & plant management/maintenance systems and fleet data analysis.
The specification, tendering, appraisal and procurement of new mechanical plant & machinery, marine vessels and vehicles.
Application of the machinery directive and meeting statutory compliance obligations regarding fleet, plant and equipment.
Support the reduction of the organisations carbon footprint.
Upkeep of associated M&E systems on fixed installations.
Assist with the implementation of delegated responsibilities in the areas of Safety, Health and Welfare.
Management of Health & Safety for staff and fleet operations.
Adopting a proactive approach towards the reduction/elimination of accidents /dangerous occurrences in the workplace aided by completion of risk assessments and method statements.
Identifying training and development needs for mechanical fitter staff and undertaking career dedicated training as required.
The preparation of technical reports and presentation of data in response to audit, safety, financial or other cross sectional/divisional requirements.