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A leading packaging manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Services Engineer with strong experience in utilities, maintenance and engineering services within a production environment to join their team in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing compressors and utility equipment, overseeing planned and unplanned maintenance, supporting engineering problem-solving, and contributing to continuous improvement and asset care initiatives across the business. The position is day shift only. Responsibilities: Service compressors and utility equipment. Review and implement planned and unplanned maintenance relating to water, air and electricity utilities. Ensure service level agreements are maintained to the required standards. Ensure contractors comply with relevant SHEQ requirements. Carry out preventative and planned maintenance effectively. Participate in the asset care strategy. Oversee utility costs against budget. Ensure engineering standards are correctly applied. Assist with engineering and operational problem-solving relating to utilities. Analyse utility-related breakdowns and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Promote a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures. Report unsafe conditions immediately. Ensure proper housekeeping standards are maintained. Requirements: Qualified technician; an engineering diploma or degree is beneficial but not essential. Mechanical engineering qualification or relevant technical qualification. 3–5 years of experience in a production environment. Strong mechanical aptitude and a general understanding of electrical engineering. Computer literate. Strong interpersonal and influencing skills. Ability to assess and prioritise work effectively. Highly self-motivated, energetic and composed, with the ability to motivate others. Proficient in English, both written and verbal. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Strong safety awareness. Valid driver's licence. Willingness to work standby and overtime when required. Benefits: Salary: negotiable. Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Apply for this role today, contact Abigail King at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: [URL Removed] or email us your CV: [Email Address Removed] .com We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise. Desired Skills: Services Engineer Services Engineer Services Engineer
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.