Requirements:

• Certificate in a Technical Discipline or Maintenance-related field (NQF 5).
• Trade Test (NQF 5).
• First Line Management Certificate (FLMP) (NQF 5).
• Diploma in a Technical Discipline or Maintenance-related field (NQF 6) (advantageous).
• Up to 5 years' experience in maintenance operations within a manufacturing environment.
• 1–2 years' supervisory experience.
• Experience working shifts.
• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite, SAP, ERP, and maintenance management systems).
• Sound knowledge of maintenance practices, procedures, and manufacturing processes.
• Good understanding of Health, Safety, Environmental, and manufacturing legislation.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily factory maintenance operations.
• Coordinate reactive, preventative, and predictive maintenance activities.
• Minimise plant and equipment downtime through effective maintenance planning.
• Coordinate first-line maintenance to optimise production efficiency.
• Raise and manage maintenance job cards and ensure required work permits are obtained.
• Participate in root cause analysis (5 Why, 8D, etc.) to prevent recurring equipment failures.
• Review and approve completed maintenance work.
• Ensure plant, equipment, and work areas remain safe and well maintained.
• Enforce housekeeping standards throughout the factory.
• Coordinate planned plant shutdowns and maintenance activities.
• Prepare maintenance reports and provide feedback to management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and statutory regulations.
• Promote and enforce Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.
• Identify operational risks and report concerns to management.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and records.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Resolve maintenance-related issues efficiently and professionally.
• Supervise and support maintenance team members.
• Conduct employee performance reviews and monitor performance objectives.
• Identify training and development needs in collaboration with HR.
• Manage employee relations matters fairly and consistently.
• Assist with maintenance budget preparation.
• Monitor maintenance expenditure and ensure costs remain within budget.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
• Promote the efficient use of maintenance resources.