Maintenance Engineer Salary in South Africa

The average monthly salary for a Maintenance Engineer in South Africa is R57 500. This engineering profession offers competitive compensation with salaries ranging from R37 500 to R650 000 monthly. With a 5% growth rate and high market demand, this career path presents excellent opportunities for professionals seeking advancement in the engineering sector.

Maintenance Engineer Salary Breakdown

Designs, implements, and manages maintenance strategies to ensure the optimal performance, reliability, and lifespan of machinery, equipment, and facilities. This role often involves predictive maintenance, root cause analysis, and leading maintenance teams in industrial or commercial settings in South Africa.

Salary Component	Amount (Monthly)
Minimum Salary	R37 500
Average Salary	R57 500
Maximum Salary	R650 000
Category	Engineering
Growth Rate	5%
Market Demand	High

Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Proven experience in a maintenance role, ideally with exposure to various types of industrial equipment.

Strong knowledge of maintenance methodologies (e.g., RCM, TPM, CMMS) and asset management principles.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for diagnosing complex equipment failures.

Proficiency in maintenance planning software and data analysis.

Understanding of safety regulations and quality standards.

Good leadership and communication skills for coordinating with technicians and production staff.

Professional registration with ECSA (Engineering Council of South Africa) is highly advantageous.

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