Plant Engineer Salary in South Africa

Plant Engineer positions in South Africa offer attractive compensation packages averaging R75 000 monthly. Salary expectations range from R31 875 to R732 500 monthly, depending on experience and qualifications. This engineering profession benefits from 5% industry growth and maintains high market demand for skilled professionals.

Plant Engineer Salary Breakdown

Responsible for the engineering and technical aspects of a manufacturing plant or industrial facility, focusing on maintenance, optimisation, and reliability of machinery and systems. This role ensures smooth operations and implements improvements to plant infrastructure.

Salary Component	Amount (Monthly)
Minimum Salary	R31 875
Average Salary	R75 000
Maximum Salary	R732 500
Category	Engineering
Growth Rate	5%
Market Demand	High

Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical).

Proven experience in plant engineering, maintenance, or operations within an industrial setting.

Strong knowledge of relevant engineering principles, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Understanding of safety regulations (e.g., OHS Act) and environmental compliance in South Africa.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills for diagnosing plant issues.

Ability to manage projects related to plant upgrades or new installations.

Good communication skills for coordinating with production teams and contractors.

Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) preferred.

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