Boiler & Turbine Technician ERP

Description
Description

We're seeking an experienced
Boiler & Turbine Technician
to support the Boiler Engineer with maintenance, shutdowns, and projects, ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing boiler and turbine shutdowns, inspections, and modifications.
• Support the Maintenance Engineer in managing turbine general overhauls (GOs) and maintenance projects, including renewals and Capex.
• Conduct technical investigations, feasibility studies, and root cause analyses to enhance boiler and turbine reliability.
• Prepare and update technical specifications, mechanical drawings, and procedures, including piping documentation.
• Coordinate statutory inspections and ensure compliance with legal and documentation requirements (OHS Act, ASME, PER, EN).
• Supervise contractors and vendors during shutdowns and project execution, ensuring quality and safety standards.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules, tracking performance, reporting, and budgets.
• Provide standby support when required and act in the Boiler Engineer's role as delegated.

Minimum Requirements

• NQF6: National Diploma / NH Dip. Mechanical
• Welding Inspector Level 1 & 2 (advantageous)
• 3–5 years practical experience in boiler and turbine maintenance
• Experience in welding inspections and quality control
• Knowledge of scaffolding, non-destructive testing (NDT), refractory, insulation, and cladding
• Pulp and paper industry experience advantageous

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
• Market-leading leave benefits
• Employee wellbeing benefits

Are you ready to make an impact by improving reliability and driving operational excellence?

Apply now to join a dynamic team passionate about engineering success

Employee Referrals Welcome