Plant Maintenance Engineer

Role Purpose

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance (PM) schedules for the infrastructure fleet (earthmoving equipment, compaction, lifting equipment, generators/compressors, light vehicles and support plant), aligned to OEM recommendations and site utilisation.
• Lead breakdown maintenance and troubleshooting to minimise downtime and restore plant availability for critical roadworks/utilities/marine operations.
• Manage maintenance planning: job cards/work orders, manpower allocation, workshop loading, priority setting, and coordination with project/site teams for plant requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections and condition monitoring (engine, hydraulics, undercarriage, electrical systems, tyres, wear parts) and propose repair/overhaul plans.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements for maintenance activities (LOTO, lifting/rigging, confined space where applicable, safe workshop practices) and enforce housekeeping standards.
• Coordinate statutory inspections/certifications (where applicable) for lifting equipment, access equipment and pressure systems, ensuring records are maintained and equipment is fit-for-use.
• Control maintenance costs by monitoring spare parts usage, repairs, sublet work, and consumables; provide cost-saving initiatives without compromising safety or quality.
• Coordinate with Procurement/Stores for spare parts planning: critical spares lists, reorder levels, lead times, and emergency purchases to support uptime.
• Manage service contracts and external vendors (specialist repairs, calibration/testing, tyre suppliers, hydraulics, auto-electrical, AC services) and verify quality of work and close-out documentation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records (service history, breakdown logs, inspections, warranties, calibration/certification) and produce reliability and downtime reports.
• Support fleet mobilisation/demobilisation between infrastructure projects, ensuring readiness checks and controlled handover documentation.
• Train and guide mechanics/technicians on diagnostic methods, standard repair procedures, and OEM best practices; coach for productivity and quality.
• Participate in incident/near-miss investigations involving plant/equipment and ensure corrective actions are implemented and tracked.
• Contribute to PMV planning by advising on fleet capability, replacement/overhaul recommendations, and improvement of maintenance systems.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Relevant OEM training/certifications (advantage)
• 5–8+ years in plant/fleet maintenance within infrastructure/civil construction (roads/utilities/marine preferred)
• Proven track record improving equipment availability and controlling downtime