Facilities Engineer Tzaneen
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Job Location:
Mopani District Municipality - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Westfalia Fruit Estates situated in Tzaneen has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced Facilities Engineer.
Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow source ripen pack process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce 365 days a year & across the globe.
With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world we are recognized as the leading #avo experts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK Europe North America Latin America & Southern Africa.
Purpose of the role:
Reporting to the Lead engineer the facilities engineer will be responsible to Initiate design analyze direct and coordinate projects to improve construction and maintenance of all facilities within Westfalia. This includes but is not limited to packhouses processing facilities as well as value adding facilities. Participate in the conceptual development of technical projects and oversee its organization scheduling and implementation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reading and interpretation of engineering plans and drawings for pack house related projects
- Designing and optimizing the processes involved in agricultural production and processing considering factors like efficiency optimized utilization safety and environmental impact
- Identifying and implementing innovative solutions to improve facilities efficiency and effectiveness
- Designing the layout of agricultural facilities including storage processing and packaging areas to ensure optimal workflow and productivity
- Preparing detailed engineering drawings and specifications for construction and installation
- Developing and managing project schedules budgets and resources
- Identifying assessing and mitigating project risks
- Managing the procurement of materials equipment and services
- Analyzing complex problems identifying root causes and developing effective solutions
- Negotiating and administering contracts with vendors and suppliers
Education:
- BSc-Eng/B-Eng Agricultural/Civil or Mechanical Engineer
- Candidate registration will be an added advantage
Experience:
- 2-3 years experience in project management packhouse management design and engineering manufacturing projects or industry
- General knowledge of the Health & Safety Act
Behavioral Competencies:
- Self-motivated hardworking and energetic
- Good communication both written and verbal
- Integrity passion for work excellence and success
- Service oriented individuals that can work under pressure and in a team environment
- Good analytical skills can motivate a team and be a strong leader
Remuneration:
- The Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package which comprises provident funds insured benefits medical aid and an option to structure an annual bonus
PLEASE NOTE:
- Closing date for applications will be 13 October 2025
- NB: Should you not receive correspondence by 15 November 2025 please regard your application as being unsuccessful
Key Skills
- Data Center Experience
- Facilities Maintenance
- Maximo
- Facilities Management
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- CMMS
- OSHA
- Maintenance
- Mechanical Engineering
- Microsoft Project
- QA/QC
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