We are seeking a highly capable Mechanical Engineer in Spartan.QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in maintenance and projects in an FMCG manufacturing plant environment.• Training and practical experience in the principles of planned and predictive maintenance and at least three years management experience.• The very nature of this position demands the knowledge and understanding of engineering fundamentals of both the mechanical and electrical disciplines. A very broad-based and sound mechanical engineering background is essential. Since by design, converting equipment and consumables are sourced worldwide, the incumbent must be fullyconversant with imperial, metric, American and international measurement systems, standards, and materials of construction.• Experience with heavy and light, high and low speed, rotating and stationary equipment, auxiliary and associated equipment, in order to know their inherent faults and flaws.• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals of both the mechanical, electrical and Instrumentation disciplines.• Ability to read and develop mechanical, electrical and PID drawings.• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, such as Excel, Word, Projects, Visio, including AutoCAD required.• Sufficient level of expertise in order to develop drawings & specifications for equipment repairs.• Knowledge of all the legal requirements of the OHS Act and BCEA and other legal requirementsPERSONAL ATTRIBUTES• Self-starter, energetic and highly motivated individual with superior analytical capabilities and an intense desire to identify and solve problems.• A highly computer literate person (ERP/MRO/CMMS/MS Office) with excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.• The ability to identify, visualize, articulate, and deploy plant maintenance improvement solutions.• A person with high integrity and able to make decisions under pressure.• A person that is prepared to work outside normal working hours and do management standby duties. The successful candidate must be able to delegate effectively and empower subordinates by giving them real responsibility and authority to use their own initiative and discretion (within boundaries), and to be accountable for their own results.