Mechanical Engineer / Site Engineering Manager
Hire Resolve
- R70,000 - R80,000 per month
- Permanent Senior position
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Durban (Durban CBD)
- Posted 19 Mar 2026 by Hire Resolve
- Expires in 34 days
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Job 2635599 - Ref 176512
About the position
A leading chemical manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer with strong experience in hazardous environments such as chemical or petrochemical plants to join their team in Durban. The role focuses on ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of mechanical systems within a high-risk production environment, with an alternative opportunity available for a more senior Site Engineering Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and optimize mechanical equipment and systems within a hazardous manufacturing environment
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards
- Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime
- Support production teams with technical expertise and troubleshooting
- Manage and improve asset reliability and performance
- Oversee contractors and maintenance activities on-site
- Contribute to continuous improvement and engineering projects
- For senior candidates: lead site engineering functions and manage engineering teams
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (from a recognized university)
- 3–5 years’ experience in chemical, petrochemical, or similar hazardous manufacturing environments
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, maintenance, and safety standards
- Experience working in high-risk industrial environments
- GCC is not required
- For Site Engineering Manager role: additional leadership and management experience required
- Must be willing to be based in or relocate to Durban
Benefits:
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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Desired Skills:
- Mechanical Engineer / Site Engineering Manager
- Mechanical Engineer / Site Engineering Manager
- Mechanical Engineer / Site Engineering Manager
Hire Resolve
About the agency
Hire Resolve is a specialist Recruitment & Staffing firm founded in 2004.
Hire Resolve is focused on finding career seekers a work environment that best suits them. Our goal is your workplace satisfaction.
We operate in the engineering, finance, IT, mining, supply chain, trade and technical industries.
The Hire Resolve team prides itself on its technical & industry knowledge. The consultants at Hire Resolve are very well-established in their community - they are industry-savvy & technically competent.
We offer a personalized experience for each individual, to guarantee that you find the best possible position for your career growth.
If you are looking for an exciting new career opportunity get in touch and connect with one of our skilled consultants today!
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