Mechanical Engineer (Junior)

Dixie Recruitment • Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa • Posted June 18, 2026

Location Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal
Job Type Full Time
Category Engineers
Posted June 18, 2026

Join a fast moving, site-based environment where you’ll rotate through core functions and drive tangible improvements from day one. You’ll contribute to energy, quality, productivity, and sustainability outcomes on the factory floor supported by hands on mentorship and real project ownership (not job shadowing).


Key Functions:


1. Automation & Control



  • Automation projects and process control improvements

  • Data-driven monitoring and optimisation (OEE, downtime, scrap, energy)


2. Breakdown Reduction & Reliability



  • Root cause analysis (RCA) on recurring breakdowns

  • Preventative maintenance improvement and failure prevention

  • Practical troubleshooting of mechanical/process issues


3. Operational Performance & Process Improvement



  • Cycle-time reduction and pr...

Interested in this role?

Click the button below to start your application.

Apply Now