Key Responsibilities Provide engineering support to maintenance and production teams to maximise plant availability and reliability. Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance strategies. Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime. Lead and manage mechanical engineering projects, including equipment upgrades, installations, and plant modifications. Conduct root cause analysis on equipment failures and implement corrective actions. Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and statutory requirements. Manage contractors and service providers during maintenance shutdowns and project activities. Prepare technical specifications, scopes of work, and engineering reports. Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to optimise operational efficiency. Support capital expenditure projects from concept through commissioning. Minimum Requirements BEng/BSc Mechanical Engineering degree. Registered as an ECSA Candidate Engineer or Professional Engineer will be advantageous. Minimum 35 years' experience in a manufacturing, paper, pulp, packaging, FMCG, or heavy industrial environment. Experience with rotating equipment, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Strong knowledge of maintenance management principles and reliability engineering. Experience in project management and continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation. Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems. Key Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent project management and planning abilities. Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset. Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams. Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.