Site Engineer Bellville Jobs in South Africa

A Site Engineer is needed in Bellville, through DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment, on a permanent senior basis. The role leads facilities, maintenance, utilities and site services functions, keeping equipment reliable, operations running and the workplace safe and compliant.

About the company and the work

DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment is a South African registered business dedicated to the recruitment of IT professionals, with experience in South Africa, Australia, Europe, South America and Asia. In this role, you will ensure equipment reliability and operational uptime, support automation, manage infrastructure, and deliver technical projects that enable efficient and scalable operations.

Role details

• Site Engineer, Permanent Senior EE position, Bellville.
• Salary undisclosed.
• Posted 26 October 2026, expires in 30 days.
• Job number 2646607, reference 878000025929713.
• Key duties include leading all equipment maintenance and reliability initiatives; implementing preventive and planned maintenance systems; managing machine breakdowns and root cause problem solving; supporting automation, PLC systems and production technology; overseeing site utilities such as electrical, HVAC, compressed air and water systems; managing facilities, infrastructure and contractor services; ensuring site compliance with safety, GMP and operational standards; overseeing site services including security, cleaning, waste and pest control; leading engineering and continuous improvement projects; supporting equipment installation, commissioning and optimisation; implementing and managing CMMS and maintenance systems; and developing maintenance KPIs and reporting systems.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong experience with automated equipment and systems.
• Experience with PLCs, sensors, drives and control systems.
• Experience implementing maintenance systems.
• Experience managing technical projects and contractors.
• FMCG, cosmetics or pharmaceutical experience advantageous.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting, mechanical and electrical fault finding, preventive and planned maintenance systems, facilities and utilities management, root cause analysis and continuous improvement, technical documentation and SOP development, and maintenance KPIs and reporting systems.
• Degree in Mechatronic Engineering or a related field.
• Exposure to automation and industrial systems.
• Strong project management capability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, a high level of accountability and ownership, and willingness to provide after-hours support when required.
• Desired skills listed in the advert: mechatronics, PLC programming, mechanical maintenance, electrical maintenance and site maintenance.

Where to find and apply safely

Apply through the original CareerJunction advert linked from this page. Use the Apply button, which opens the original DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment advert. Never pay a fee to apply for a job, and confirm the role and requirements on the original advert.

Practical tips

• Lead with your manufacturing or industrial maintenance experience, especially with automated equipment, PLCs and control systems.
• Give examples of preventive maintenance systems, breakdown response and root cause work you have led.
• Show your facilities, utilities and contractor management experience, with safety and compliance outcomes.
• Apply promptly; the advert expires in 30 days.

How the process works

After you apply through the original advert, DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment reviews applications and contacts suitable candidates. Keep a copy of your application and the job number 2646607 and reference 878000025929713.

Important information

This post is a summary for job seekers; the original CareerJunction advert is the authoritative source. Salary is undisclosed in the advert, so confirm pay and terms there before applying.

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