Engineering Clerk – Maintenance Support

Location: Secunda, Mpumalanga
Posted: 18 May 2026
Closing Date: 25 May 2026
Job Type: Permanent
Reference: 12245
Industry: Engineering | Maintenance | Administration

About the Role

This role is critical in supporting maintenance operations through administrative coordination, document control, and compliance processes, ensuring smooth and efficient day-to-day activities within the maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support to Maintenance Area Managers and Foremen
• Coordinate meetings:
  • Scheduling
  • Agenda preparation
  • Minute-taking
  • Action tracking
• Manage stationery, PPE requests, and inventory records
• Support MOC (Management of Change) and MOCA processes
• Maintain and control maintenance documentation (digital & physical)
• Track and manage overtime forms and approvals
• Assist with preparation for:
  • RBI (Risk-Based Inspection) reviews
  • Holistic assessments
  • 3rd-party audits
• Prepare reports, registers, and presentations
• Ensure compliance with audit and record-keeping standards
• Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and service providers
• Promote a strong safety and compliance culture
• Provide support to broader STO admin team when required

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Relevant qualification in administration, technical, or business (advantageous)

Experience

• 3 – 5 years’ administrative experience, preferably in:
  • Maintenance
  • Engineering
  • Petrochemical or industrial environments

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of MOC processes (advantageous)
• Experience supporting audits (RBI / Holistic / 3rd-party)
• Strong MS Office skills
• SAP or similar ERP system knowledge (advantageous)

Key Competencies

• Document Management
• Office Administration
• Planning & Organisation
• Communication Skills
• Multi-tasking Ability
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to manage complexity
• Accountability and results-driven mindset

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