Senior Technical Specialist (Engineering)

Role Overview

Provide advanced technical leadership, engineering oversight and regulatory-compliance assurance across engineering systems, with accountability as the legally appointed GMR 2.1 responsible person for machinery and plant safety.

Main Responsibilities

GMR 2.1 Legal Accountability

• Accept legal appointment as GMR 2.1 under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Ensure machinery, equipment and plant are safe, maintained and compliant.
• Oversee a comprehensive machinery-safety programme.
• Approve and monitor risk assessments.
• Ensure statutory inspections, load tests and certifications are completed and recorded.
• Liaise with labour inspectors and auditors.

Technical, Maintenance and Compliance Leadership

• Provide subject-matter expertise and lead troubleshooting of complex technical issues.
• Review designs, modifications and installations for compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement and develop preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Maintain asset registers and monitor equipment performance and lifecycle.
• Manage contractors and service providers.
• Lead hazard identification, risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Maintain statutory records, permits and certificates and conduct compliance audits.
• Provide mentorship and coordinate with operations, safety and facilities teams.

Qualifications and Criteria

• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronic or equivalent Engineering.
• Government Certificate of Competency for Factories is preferred.
• Five to ten years' relevant engineering experience.
• Experience in plant, machinery or facilities management.
• Eligible and competent for GMR 2.1 appointment with thorough knowledge of the OHS Act and General Machinery Regulations.
• Experience in a corporate or hospitality environment.