Requirements:

• Certificate in a Technical, Engineering, or Electrical discipline (NQF 5).
• Trade Tested Artisan (preferably Electrician or Millwright).
• Certificate in Accounting and Leadership.
• Diploma in a Technical, Engineering, or Electrical discipline (NQF 6) or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (NQF 7) is advantageous.
• Up to 10 years' experience in electrical production or manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 5 years' supervisory or management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite and relevant production software).
• Sound knowledge of production processes, manufacturing systems, and maintenance practices.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily Charge Room production operations to achieve production targets.
• Develop and implement production systems and processes to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Monitor production output, man-hours, and operational performance.
• Investigate production variances and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across production processes.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to optimise equipment performance.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules with production planning teams.
• Ensure machine availability and minimise equipment downtime.
• Ensure required parts and resources are available for planned maintenance activities.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, procedures, and statutory regulations.
• Identify, monitor, and report operational risks.
• Maintain accurate operational documentation and production records.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Resolve operational issues while maintaining high service standards.
• Supervise and mentor Shift Supervisors and production teams.
• Conduct performance reviews and manage employee development.
• Support training initiatives and employee succession planning.
• Address employee relations matters in collaboration with HR.
• Assist with departmental budgeting and cost planning.
• Monitor expenditure and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Promote efficient utilisation of resources while minimising waste.
• Prepare operational and cost reports for management.