Senior Technical Specialist

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Specialist to provide technical leadership, engineering oversight and regulatory compliance across engineering systems, machinery and plant operations.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that equipment, maintenance practices and engineering processes comply with statutory requirements, industry standards and occupational health and safety regulations. A key requirement of this position is the ability to accept legal appointment as GMR 2.1, with accountability for machinery and plant safety.
• Candidates with experience in corporate environments, hospitality, facilities management or similar engineering-intensive operations are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership and Compliance

• Provide technical expertise and leadership across engineering systems and infrastructure.
• Ensure machinery, equipment and plant are safe to operate, properly maintained and compliant with applicable legislation.
• Lead the implementation and monitoring of machinery safety programmes.
• Review engineering designs, modifications and installations to ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Oversee statutory inspections, load testing, certifications and associated documentation.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, inspectors and auditors where required.

Maintenance and Asset Management

• Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Maintain accurate asset registers and statutory maintenance records.
• Monitor equipment performance, reliability and lifecycle management.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Manage contractors and service providers to ensure quality, safety and compliance.

Health, Safety and Risk Management

• Lead hazard identification and risk assessments, including HIRA.
• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, General Machinery Regulations and applicable SANS standards.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor engineering risks and ensure appropriate mitigation measures are in place.

Governance and Stakeholder Management

• Conduct compliance audits and engineering inspections.
• Maintain statutory records, permits, certificates and compliance documentation.
• Report on engineering performance, safety and compliance to management.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to teams.
• Collaborate with operations, facilities, safety and other relevant stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 - 10 years' relevant engineering experience.
• Experience in plant, machinery, facilities management or a similar technical environment.
• Demonstrated experience in engineering safety, statutory compliance and risk management.
• Must be eligible and competent for legal appointment as GMR 2.1.
• Thorough understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and the General Machinery Regulations.
• Strong technical problem-solving, leadership and stakeholder management skills