1.  JOB DETAILS:

Position Title:

Mechanical Engineer

Reports to:

Engineering Manager

Department:

Engineering

Location

Kathu - Northern Cape

2.BACKGROUND:

ENGIE is a major player in the energy transition, whose purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy. With 98,000 employees in 30 countries, the Group covers the entire energy value chain, from production to infrastructures and sales. ENGIE combines complementary activities: renewable electricity and green gas production, flexibility assets (notably batteries), gas and electricity transmission and distribution networks, local energy infrastructures and the supply of energy to individuals, local authorities, and businesses. Every year, ENGIE works to drive forward the energy transition and achieve its net-zero carbon goal by 2045. The Group has been present in Africa for over 50 years.

ENGIE provides expertise in four (4) Global Business Units:

• Renewables & Flex Power - Delivering greener and smarter electrons through renewable energy and flexible power solutions.
• Local Energy Infrastructures - Support customers in achieving significant decarbonisation goals.

ENGIE is a major player in the energy transition, whose purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy. With 98,000 employees in 30 countries, the Group covers the entire energy value chain, from production to infrastructures and sales. ENGIE combines complementary activities: renewable electricity and green gas production, flexibility assets (notably batteries), gas and electricity transmission and distribution networks, local energy infrastructures and the supply of energy to individuals, local authorities, and businesses. Every year, ENGIE works to drive forward the energy transition and achieve its net-zero carbon goal by 2045. The Group has been present in Africa for over 50 years.

ENGIE provides expertise in four (4) Global Business Units:

• Renewables & Flex Power - Delivering greener and smarter electrons through renewable energy and flexible power solutions.
• Local Energy Infrastructures - Support customers in achieving significant decarbonisation goals.
• Networks - Expanding and adapting power and gas infrastructure to accommodate the transition to green molecules.
• Supply & Energy Management - Leveraging ENGIE’s global energy assets to deliver secure, sustainable energy to customers.

About ENGIE in South Africa:

• 15 years + presence in South Africa
• First and largest Independent Power Producer (IPP) with more than 1,6 GW in operation
• Over 300 + professionals
• Developed, built and operate the first H2 plant in Africa at Mogalakwena mine
• Founding member of the Hydrogen valley initiative with Anglo American and the Department of Science and Technology
• Operational and Safety excellence across all sites
• Growth Market for ENGIE

In South Africa, ENGIE has a growing involvement and portfolio of operational assets:

• Avon & Dedisa Peaking Power (1005 MW OCGT)
• Xina Solar One (100 MW CSP)
• Kathu Solar Park (100 MW CSP)
• Aurora Wind (95 MW Onshore Wind)
• Golden Valley (117 MW Onshore Wind)
• Excelsior (32 MW Onshore Wind)
• Konkoonsies 2 (75 MW Solar PV)
• Aggeneys (40 MW Solar PV)
• MBP (75 MW Solar PV)
• Grootspruit (75 MW Solar PV) – in construction
• Graspan (75 MW Solar PV) – in construction
• OYA Hybrid (333 MW Solar/ Wind/ BESS) – in construction

For more information please visit: www.engie-africa.com

3. JOB PURPOSE

Kathu Operations is a 100 MW greenfield Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) project with parabolic trough technology and equipped with a molten salt storage system that allows 4.5 hours of thermal energy storage and thus limits the intermittent nature of solar energy

4. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• 1. PURPOSE

• Develop and implement the plant’s short- and long-term mechanical maintenance strategy and build a capable engineering, planning, and maintenance team;
• Ensure plant availability, reliability, efficiency, generation and cost targets are achieved safely and within environmental, legal, and contractual requirements;
• Ensure full compliance with Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental standards;
• Maintain high standards of management, leadership, and ethics.;
• Drive continuous improvement through lessons-learned processes;
• Support succession planning for key technical and engineering roles.

• 2. MAIN ACTIVITIES

• Enforce HSE and Quality procedures and ensure strict compliance during all mechanical maintenance and engineering activities;
• Execute daily mechanical maintenance and engineering tasks in Maximo based on notifications and priorities;
• Manage mechanical maintenance according to good utility practice, company procedures, and legal/contractual requirements;
• Implement mechanical maintenance strategies aligned with OEM and international standards, including lifecycle management of major systems;
• Lead facility QA/QC and Root Cause Analysis programs;
• Manage Preventive, Predictive, and Corrective Maintenance programs through the computerized maintenance system;
• Establish mechanical maintenance procedures and computerized processes to support effective management;
• Plan and schedule manpower, tools, and spare parts for mechanical maintenance activities;
• Review PM and PdM strategies annually to align with plant needs, including the Solar Field;
• Perform Life Cycle Cost analysis for maintenance budgeting and planning;
• Compile Quality Control documents for critical equipment and components;
• Manage tools, spares, and consumables efficiently while mitigating business risks;
• Assist in developing equipment master data and business processes;
• Ensure compliance with the O&M agreement and all related contractual obligations;
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications for effective installation and maintenance;
• Investigate and resolve critical mechanical issues promptly and provide clear instructions and guidance to technicians for safe and effective task execution;
• Keep and maintain timeous maintenance reports of work conducted as planned or ad hoc as required for maintenance improvements;

5. HEALTH & SAFETY

• The Job Holder will work in a controlled hazardous environment.

Work Levels and Conditions and Risks:

• Work Level 4: the tasks that he/she performs as part of their daily work activities represent a risk of  accidents of medium kind that can generate permanent consequences (burns, mutilations, irreversible wounds).

Exposure to Risks:

• Traffic/automobile accidents, ergonomic problems and accidents;
• Risks inherent to the job of the Mechanical Engineer while performing inspections, site visits, engineering, operations and maintenance activities, etc.

Recommended Personal Protective Equipment:

• The Job Holder is entitled to apply PPE such as hard hat/safety helmet, ear protection (plugs or ear muffs),safety glasses, safety shoes, dust mask, cotton coveralls, safety gloves, respiratory mask. Such PPE will aid in preventing hazards that are inherent to the job.

6. COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The Job Holder will work and communicate with :

• Internal: CEO, Head of Departments in Kathu Operations and workforces

External: Contractors, Services providers, Energy regulators, KSP and AMEA

7. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential Qualifications:

• B.Eng., B.Sc. or B. Tech Mechanical Engineering;
• Postgraduate qualification in management/Leadership;
• GCC Certificate (Factories or Mines) (Mechanical or Electrical) will be advantageous;
• Registration as Professional Engineer / Technologist with ECSA would be an advantage;
• Drivers Licence

Experience:

• At least 6-8 year experience in the maintenance of a large power plant, 3 of which should preferably be in the capacity of Mechanical Engineer;
• Extensive experience in a Power Plant, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Mineral Processing or Chemical Industry;
• Experience in Leading and managing people
• Deep knowledge of mechanical processes and understanding of mechanical engineering codes and safety standards.
• Use of computerized management system
• Engineering concepts, Standards and principles
• Interaction with purchasing, finance and accounting, maintenance, administration
• Hands-on experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment of steam or gas turbines.
• Ability to prioritize and do effective decision making;
• Maintains high ethics standards, learning agility and technical or system savvy
• To motivate and be a leader of team and individual team members;
• Respect to others as well as the cultural diversity have a positive or can do attitude and meet and /or exceed expectations
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal in English;
• Must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases, Word processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Maximo, other EPS such as (Oracle or SAP) or equivalent.

Skills:

• Highly proactive and self-motivated.
• Must have good interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to think clearly and respond calmly in emergency situations;
• Must have excellent organizational skills;
• Working knowledge of Environmental Regulations as they pertain to the operations and maintenance of an energy generating facility.
• Must have a high degree of skill in Business Computing Applications such as Databases, Word processors, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Maximo, other EPS such as (Oracle or SAP) or equivalent

Language:

• English Language: Good command of oral and written English is an advantage.

Remuneration: 

• The compensation will be market related 

Additional Information:

• Incomplete CV’s and/or applications will not be considered. Your CV should be accompanied by your supporting documents.
• Closing Date: 18 December 2025.  
• Please use this link to apply: Our vacancies | ENGIE  (click on: OFFRES D’EMPLOI)

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