Plant Diagnostics Analyst at Mondi Group

Your Mission:

• Conduct systematic diagnostics on plant, process, and equipment performance issues
• Identify root causes of recurring breakdowns, instability, quality losses, and inefficiencies
• Support fault-finding across electrical, instrumentation, control, and mechanical interfaces (in collaboration with relevant disciplines)
• Provide rapid technical support during abnormal plant conditions and major incidents
• Support optimisation initiatives across paper machines, finishing, utilities, and supporting systems
• Identify improvement opportunities related to availability, reliability, speed, yield, and energy efficiency
• Assist with commissioning, tuning, and stabilisation of modified or new equipment
• Drive continuous improvement actions aligned with MMS / IWS principles
• Support reliability improvement plans by analysing failure trends and performance data
• Contribute to RCAs, problem-solving sessions, and stability reviews
• Assist in developing corrective and preventive actions to eliminate repeat failures
• Support maintenance strategies and condition-based monitoring initiatives
• Analyse plant data, trends, and performance indicators to support decision-making
• Translate technical findings into clear, practical recommendations for operations and maintenance teams
• Prepare diagnostic reports, summaries, and improvement proposals for management review
• Work closely with production, maintenance, engineering, and safety teams to implement improvements
• Provide technical coaching and on-the-job support to artisans, operators, and junior staff
• Act as a technical bridge between operations and engineering during problem-solving and improvement projects
• Ensure all diagnostic and optimisation activities comply with Mondi safety standards and legal requirements
• Actively identify and mitigate safety risks associated with plant and equipment performance
• Promote a strong safety culture during troubleshooting and improvement work

Your profile:

• Trade tested Electrician or Millwright with proven technical expertise
• National Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Additional technical training in controls, instrumentation, or diagnostics would be advantageous
• Minimum of 5 – 8 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Proven experience in plant troubleshooting, optimization, and reliability support
• Exposure to paper machines, finishing, or heavy process industries would be advantageous
• Advanced fault-finding and diagnostic capability
• Strong understanding of plant systems and interdependencies
• Data interpretation and problem-solving skills
• Continuous improvement and optimisation mindset

Benefits:

• Health benefits
• Learning & Development