• A relevant Bachelor’s Degree (Mechanical and/or Electrical) or Post-Graduate tertiary qualification or a proven track record of at least 10 years in a maintenance management role
• A Government Certificate of Competency (Factories)
• Preferably a seasoned professional in his early 40’s and above
• Must have a proven track-record in similar roles and also managing diverse and technical resources.

• Implement and control a preventative maintenance system.
• Compile and manage the maintenance, people, and capital expenditure budgets.
• Utilize the Maintenance Management System to maximize the availability of production plant.
• Ensure equipment is maintained in accordance with supplier specifications and within the required timelines and cost parameters.
• Achieve the targeted equipment availability and performance.

Equipment / Facilities

• Ensure the provision of adequate mechanical and electrical spares, with clear specifications.
• Review concepts and designs for modifications, additions, and facilities.
• Stay updated on new developments in the field of mechanical and electrical engineering.

Quality

• Conform to the requirements of the quality control system.

APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)

• Understand and respond to customer needs, requirements, and expectations, delivering solutions accordingly.
• Utilize tools such as QFD to review the entire quality planning process and implement a quality planning programme.

Lean Manufacturing

• Apply lean manufacturing principles, with a deep understanding of structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.

Managing People

• Ensure the effective utilization of people within the budgeted levels.
• Commit to coaching, mentoring, and developing staff.
• Lead and develop the team effectively.

Communication

• Liaise with representatives from external organizations, companies, and government on matters related to the engineering department.

Safety

• Act as the Competent Person in terms of the General Machinery Regulation 2 of the OHS Act and Regulations of 1993.
• Liaise with management and staff on matters related to OHASA and other relevant legislation.
• Ensure safety standards and housekeeping practices are carried out in accordance with legal and company requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Ensure maximum uptime with minimal labor overhead, scrap, and overspend.
• Manage service contractors effectively.

Succession Planning

• Implement and maintain an ongoing succession plan for the engineering function to ensure the future sustainability of the department.

Auxillary Activities 

• Attend various meetings and provide input as required.
• Conduct investigations in the event of an injury or relevant incident.
• Perform all relevant administrative functions.

Budgets and Financial Monitoring and Control

• Be responsible for drafting and executing the annual maintenance budget.
• Ensure execution and cost control within the agreed expenditure limits.